How Florence Sportsplex Keeps Parents Connected with GameChanger and GoPro

Live Streaming Keeps Youth Sports Teams and Their Families Connected 

Recreational youth teams from across the country compete in Florence, Alabama, where streaming every game helps families stay part of the action.

On any given tournament weekend, hundreds of teams make their way to the Florence Sportsplex. Concessions are buzzing, fans fill the stands, and every field is alive with competition. This is go time for Jacob Adams who works behind the scenes to make sure every game reaches the families and fans who can’t be there in person.

For Jacob, a camera guru, streaming is about connection. With players traveling from across the country, not every parent can be in the stands, but through GameChanger, every family can still experience the excitement of game day in real time.

“We stream because parents want to be part of the moment, even if they can’t be there in person,” he says. “GameChanger lets them do that.”

Simplified Live Streaming with GoPro

Each field at the Florence Sportsplex features a net backstop, so GoPro cameras are mounted on 12-foot poles behind home plate. The GoPros’ compact form, high image quality, and durability make them ideal for streaming busy tournament schedules.

“I’ve had foul balls hit our GoPros and the cameras are fine,”  Jacob says. “I just have to adjust the pole and we keep going.”

A Reliable Live Streaming Partner for Large-Scale Events

The Florence Sportsplex hosts baseball, softball, football, and other youth sports, but streaming major baseball and softball tournaments, where players travel in from all over the world, has become a cornerstone of the experience. With GoPros delivering durable, high-quality video and GameChanger enabling the livestream, Jacob can broadcast dozens of games with confidence and ease.

“GoPro and GameChanger make it possible for us to stream at scale without needing a huge crew. It’s a professional experience that fits our operation,” he says. 

Looking Ahead at the Florence Sportsplex

Jacob and the team at the sportsplex are committed to keeping families close to the action while continuing to grow and welcome more teams to the ever-expanding Florence Sportsplex. Together with GoPro and GameChanger, they’re creating a connected experience that brings every pitch, play, and celebration to life. 

Learn more about live streaming games on GameChanger for free. Looking for an ultra-durable external camera? Check out the GoPro HERO13.