Exploring the Benefits of LED Lighting for Backyard Athletic Courts

Adding a backyard athletic court in Minnesota is an investment in your family’s health, fun, and entertainment. Unfortunately, Minnesota’s position on the globe means the sun disappears from the sky faster than you might want, particularly in spring and fall. 

But there is a way to get the most enjoyment out of your game court through the use of LED lighting. C&C Courts encourages homeowners to include LED lighting in the design of their backyard athletic court. 

LED lights are an ultimate game-changer for extending your fun, and LED offers a host of benefits that traditional lighting can’t compete with. Get ready to illuminate your play time with professional game court LED lighting solutions from C&C Courts! 

Benefits of LED Lighting for Athletic Courts

LED lighting is quickly becoming the standard for backyard game courts. It has many advantages, particularly for homes in Minnesota. Let's look at some of these benefits: 

Energy Efficiency for Extended Play

One of the primary benefits of LED lighting for outdoor use is its energy efficiency. Compared to traditional lighting options, LEDs convert a much higher percentage of electricity into light (up to 80%). This means you are getting more light for less electricity. 

With LED lighting around your backyard athletic court, your family can continue to play and exercise well past sunset. LED lights also last longer than traditional lighting options, and provide full lighting immediately, unlike older lighting that takes a while to “warm up.”

Adjustable Brightness

Many LED lighting systems come with dimmable features, which allow you to adjust the light intensity from 10% to 100%. This can work well for adjusting play levels, energy savings, and mood setting. LED lights also provide targeted illumination and glare control. 

There’s no need to worry about the light getting in your eyes when playing at night. LED lights also make your athletic court more inclusive to all players.  

LED Installation Tips and Placement Ideas

C&C Courts recommends professional installation for LED lighting around game courts. While some LED kits are DIY-friendly, a professional installation ensures that your lights will work the first time and reduces trips to the hardware store. 

Pole Height and Number of Poles

For backyard athletic courts, poles typically range from 17 to 20 feet above the ground. Taller poles generally provide even light distribution and reduce glare. 

The number of light poles you need will depend on the size of the court. Half-courts will work with one to two poles, while a full court may require two to four poles, placed evenly along the longer sides of the court. 

Placement Strategy for Glare Control and Light Distribution

Some tips for placing light poles around a game court include:

• The lights should be placed around the perimeter of the court, aiming inward to provide coverage and reduce dark spots.

• Avoiding direct glare from lights so that players are not looking directly into them.

• When possible, arrange lights so the light can come from multiple directions. 

Brighten Your Athletic Court with LED Lighting Solutions by C&C Court

Investing in high-quality LED lighting for your backyard game court will extend your playing hours, enhance safety, and improve gameplay visibility. LED lights are the brightest way to get the most out of your game court. 

With help from C&C Courts, our team can design and build your dream athletic court, from the foundation to the light poles. Our thirty years of experience helps us build the best athletic courts while providing the best cusvice. We know you’ll love playing your favorite sports at home whenever you wish.  

Give us a call today at 952-746-4545 or request a free quote online. You can message us for more information, as well!