Pac-12 Enterprises is ushering in a new era of live sports broadcasting through a strategic partnership with Lumen Technologies. Leveraging Lumen’s cutting-edge Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) technology, Pac-12 Enterprises is transforming how Pac-12 football and other live sporting events are produced and delivered to fans. This innovative broadcasting model launched with Washington State’s home opener against Idaho on August 30, airing on The CW.
Lumen’s NaaS technology provides unparalleled flexibility, allowing Pac-12 Enterprises to scale bandwidth instantly — dialing up capacity in minutes to meet real-time production demands. This results in high-quality, seamless broadcasts with lower production costs and fewer on-site personnel. The technology supports hundreds of broadcasts annually and enables Pac-12 Enterprises to expand its remote production capabilities efficiently as the conference grows and welcomes new schools.
“Our partnership with Lumen is driving a seismic shift in sports broadcasting,” said Dave Ward, Chief Technology and Product Officer at Lumen. “Live sports demand flawless execution — near zero delay, rock-solid reliability, and instant bandwidth scalability. Lumen’s platform powers real-time environments that keep pace with the intensity and speed of the fan experience.”
Pac-12 Enterprises further enhances its broadcasts with a suite of Lumen network connectivity services, including Vyvx Broadcast Solutions for video acquisition and distribution, and Diversity Internet Access (DIA) and Wavelength services for redundancy and reliability in their ultra-modern production facility based in San Ramon, California. This facility is among the nation’s most advanced, supporting ultra-low latency workflows and real-time content delivery.
As fan demand grows for multi-angle content, ultra-low latency streaming, and AI integration for live captioning and content creation, Lumen’s technology plays a pivotal role in enabling these next-generation experiences. Pac-12 Enterprises supports all conference member schools and services broadcasting needs beyond the Pac-12, including external media partners and the Bay Area Panthers of the Indoor Football League.
Michael Molinari, SVP of Business Development and Studio Operations for Pac-12 Enterprises, praised the collaboration: “Lumen has been a true partner, helping us pioneer creative solutions and push beyond conventional norms to stay at the forefront of sports broadcasting technology. Our ability to dial bandwidth up and down instantly, with ultra-low latency, has been a game-changer.”
