PlaySight

PlaySight: The SmartCourt Infrastructure

PlaySight is a leader in connected sports technology, best known for their SmartCourt permanent camera installations. Originally revolutionizing tennis with automated line calling and replays, they have expanded to basketball and other court sports, transforming standard gyms into intelligent broadcast facilities. Their system serves as a "Video Infrastructure as a Service," combining Automated Live Streaming, instant replay for coaching, and VAR capabilities into a single, wall-mounted solution.

Why Facility Owners Choose PlaySight

• Monetization of Facilities: Venues can sell live stream access or "highlight packages" to parents and tournament organizers, turning the cameras into a revenue stream.
• Pro-Level Instant Replay: The "check the tape" kiosk allows coaches and players to immediately review a play on a court-side screen seconds after it happens, drastically accelerating the learning curve.
• Automated Production: The cameras use AI (or fixed panoramic views) to follow the action without a cameraman, meaning the facility can broadcast every single game on every court with zero labor costs.
• VAR & Officiating: Their multi-angle views are certified for video review in various leagues, adding a layer of professional legitimacy to tournaments hosted at the facility.

Key Features

• Permanent "SmartCourt" Install
• Automated Live Streaming
• Instant Replay Kiosks
• Multi-Angle VAR Integration
• Tennis Line Calling (In/Out)
• Cloud Video Storage
• Highlight Creation Tools
• Scoreboard Integration

Pricing Model: Hardware Installation + SaaS License

PlaySight utilizes a B2B enterprise model involving significant infrastructure investment followed by recurring software fees.

• Key Cost Factors: Number of courts (e.g., 6 tennis courts vs. 1 gym) and number of cameras per court (SmartCourt Pro vs. Basic Live Stream).
• Inclusions: Installation of fixed cameras, on-court kiosk touchscreens, live streaming servers, and cloud video storage.
• Timeline & Payments: Multi-year agreements are standard due to installation costs.

Target Markets

• Clients: Tennis Academies, Prep Schools, NCAA Colleges.
• Locations: Global (USA & Europe focus).