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LED luminaires as sports lighting: the benefits

Tuesday, 22 July 2025

LED lighting offers numerous advantages and can be used everywhere today, including on sports fields. Discover why LED lighting is an ideal alternative to the large, conventional energy consumers currently installed around your sports field.

Good sports locations require different light

That goes without saying. Those who exercise outdoors enjoy the sunshine for extended periods, but also experience the disadvantages of the shadows that come with it. This isn't an issue at all when exercising indoors. For lighting that ensures safe and pleasant exercise, it's best to consider the following factors:

  • Indoor sports

In a sports hall, even light distribution is crucial, ensuring every corner of the room is equally visible. Furthermore, athletes perform best in a cool environment, as this provides the most comfortable environment for exercise and prevents overheating. Therefore, choose a light source that generates little to no heat and has a cool color temperature.

  • Outdoor sports

For outdoor lighting, it's important to consider not only the effects of the sun but also different weather conditions. In short, your lighting should perform just as well on a foggy day as it does in the dark. For example, consider where shadows fall on the sports field, so you can place an additional light source there.

  • TV recordings for sports events

Remember? In 2018, the football match between Feyenoord and VVV was stopped just a minute into the match. The floodlights suddenly went out, and technicians couldn't get them working again. Is filming regularly taking place in your sports arena? Consider this when choosing your lighting and opt for an extremely reliable solution that can be switched on and off quickly and that doesn't create annoying effects on the image. Want to add a touch of spectacle? Then look for lighting that allows you to create stunning light shows when, for example, a goal is scored.

The Benefits of LED Lighting for Sports

LED lighting is no longer just that tiny light flickering on your television. Today, it’s used everywhere—including on sports fields. And for good reason: compared to traditional lighting, LED luminaires offer a range of clear advantages. Curious to find out what they are?

LED lighting is energy efficient
Lighting is often one of the biggest expenses for sports clubs, so a more economical alternative is always welcome. With LED lighting, you can reduce energy consumption by 60%, sometimes even up to 80%, depending on the wattage, the type of lighting you had before, and how often your fields are used. Less energy also means lower CO₂ emissions—another win.

LED lighting is long-lasting
LED luminaires have a lifespan of up to 20 years. They require less maintenance and wear out more slowly. Compare that to conventional fixtures that may need to be cleaned or replaced up to three times a year, and it’s easy to see why LED is the smarter and more sustainable choice.

LED lighting delivers high-quality performance
With LEDs, you benefit from even light distribution and a high lux value. LED technology also offers more flexibility in colour temperature than traditional sports lighting. Its bright, white light is ideal for sports environments—and research shows that athletes actually perform better under it. Exactly what you want during training and matches.

LED lighting is instantly ready
LED fixtures reach full brightness immediately. No warm-up or cool-down time required, so you can switch them on and off as needed without delay.

LED lighting is easy to adjust
Most LED systems come with dimming options, allowing you to tailor the lighting to the situation. A training session, for example, requires less light than a competitive match. Often, the lighting can be controlled via an app, making it easy to monitor energy use. You can even turn individual fixtures on or off, saving energy when you only need part of the field lit.

That’s exactly why we developed LumosaTouch: the smart app that puts you in control of your LED lighting and helps you save energy with ease.

Lumosatouch LED lighting sports | park overview dashboard

The Extra Benefits of LED Lighting for Outdoor Sports

LED lighting is suitable for every type of sports field—and installation is often surprisingly simple. In many cases, existing light poles can be reused by simply replacing the fixtures. If a fixture breaks down, there’s no need to replace the entire unit. Individual components can be swapped out easily.

Surrounding homes and nature will thank you too. LED luminaires produce minimal stray light. Each head of a LED installation can be individually adjusted to reduce light pollution. And if nearby homes or natural areas are still affected by the lighting, you can easily clip on a few lightguides to redirect the light precisely where it’s needed.

Lumosa brings all these advantages together in one reliable and stylish design.
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Lumosa product | LED lighting | luminaire CS860 Pro

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