The next time Seattle Seahawks fans take a trip to CenturyLink Field for a game they may notice an increase in the quality of the Wi-Fi when they connect their device. That is because Extreme Networks, Inc. has formed a strategic relationship with the Seahawks and Verizon in order to deliver top-class, in-stadium Wi-Fi connectivity to all fans.
The new connection will be provided by Extreme Networks and supported by Verizon, who will also be granting additional bandwidth to Verizon users by installing a distributed antenna system to help with the coverage.
The Extreme Wi-Fi system is designed to support high density requirements, such as high-speed internet connection, social media activity, and support of in-venue mobile application delivery for added services, which is precisely what CenturyLink Field is doing by adding new app features like live-streaming and the “Eye of the Hawk” live stadium feeds.
“The Seahawks are excited to work with Verizon and Extreme Networks to bring the best Wi-Fi solution to our fans at CenturyLink Field. By enhancing connectivity throughout the entire stadium, it allows us to offer new mobile app features such as live video streaming, and ‘Eye of the Hawk’. This allows fans to select live feeds from around the stadium along with coverage of live on-the-field action from multiple camera angles, replays, and game highlights,” said President of the Seattle Seahawks, Peter McLoughlin.
The Seahawks will join the Cincinnati Bengals, Tennessee Titans, and the Jacksonville Jaguars on the list of teams working with Extreme Networks in providing high density networks to fans.