Case Studies
Case Studies
Our solutions infuse storylines with data to elevate sports narratives and redefine the fan experience.
National Hockey League
Due to the lightning-fast pace of hockey games, NHL broadcast and arena partners have historically struggled…
National Hot Rod Association
The NHRA World Drag Racing Series faced a challenge in delivering a broadcast experience that matched…
The R&A
SMT has been The Open Championship’s official scoring and data collection provider for the past 15…
ROOSTER Studio
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic presented unprecedented challenges for the sports broadcast industry. With stringent health…
SPORTS
With real-time, data-driven graphics and virtual visualizations, we give fans in-depth insights into the games they love.
Hockey
SMT’s hockey solutions integrate advanced technology like the PPT system for precise player and puck tracking, while tools like NHL HITS and SMT-EDGE offer deep insights into scoring, game data and player performance. Our in-venue and broadcast solutions enhance the fan experience with real-time stats, dynamic graphics and high-quality remote production capabilities.
Golf
SMT provides comprehensive golf solutions, including scoring systems that integrate real-time data capture and deliver statistics and graphics to various platforms. Our on-course and off-course displays, from automated scoreboards to fan zone screens, enhance the tournament experience with dynamic visual content and real-time information.
Football
For more than three decades, SMT has played a crucial role in advancing American football technology, bringing fans closer to the action with innovations like the Emmy-winning yellow first-down line and storytelling tools like our player tracking systems. Our solutions continue to evolve, with a data management platform and advanced telestration systems that transform fan engagement and reshape how leagues manage and operate resources.
Motorsports
SMT has been a trailblazer in motorsports technology since 1992, transforming raw data into captivating visualizations with solutions including car tracking, detailed telemetry, virtual effects and real-time graphics that bring high-speed action to life.
PFL
Since 2018, SMT has been the exclusive graphics provider for the PFL, evolving from basic scorebug technology to a sophisticated suite that includes fighter-tracking metrics, performance ratings, and real-time betting displays. With advanced tools like Fighter Tracker, SMT delivers unparalleled insights and dynamic graphics, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging viewer experience for every fight.
TECHNOLOGY
Discover how our technology empowers our partners to deliver exceptional coverage.
Virtual (VFAB)
SMT’s real-time virtual insertion platforms, ranging from in-game graphics to sponsor logos on various surfaces like fields, ice rinks, tennis courts, buildings and virtual studios, captivate viewers with compelling visuals, enhancing engagement.
Tracking & Telemetry
SMT leverages tracking technologies to narrate stories through data visualizations, utilizing the four primary forms of sports tracking: optical, GPS, IR, and UWB/RFID. Our latest innovation, HALO, stands as the sole system capable of harnessing multiple tracking systems concurrently to generate an optimized, robust and comprehensive tracking feed.
Scoring & Statistics
SMT has developed official timing, scoring, and administration systems for prominent leagues like the NHL, NASCAR, and the CrossFit Games. Our systems produce real-time, historical, and year-to-date stats and analytics, enabling comparisons for use in broadcasts, digital platforms, and on-site video displays.
Video Displays
Since 2000, SMT has been at the forefront of large-scale video display technology and content production for iconic events such as tennis grand slams and golf majors. From display builds to compelling content, our conceptual knowledge and production services set us apart.
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