PWS Powers Seamless RF Communications At U.S. Soccer Doubleheader

Professional Wireless Systems (PWS) has delivered a full wireless equipment package and on-site RF coordination for two U.S. Soccer Federation fixtures at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, CT.

The doubleheader featured the U.S. Deaf Men's National Team against Germany followed by the U.S. Women's National Team versus Portugal, attracting more than 26,000 spectators and receiving national live broadcast coverage.

Working alongside the U.S. Soccer Federation's event production team, PWS supplied a complete intercom and communications solution built around a standalone Riedel Bolero system to mitigate the venue’s limited infrastructure. PWS's on-site RF specialists provided hands-on field support, ensuring the production crew stayed connected throughout both matches.

"These events simply don’t happen without the PWSs team there," said Chris Vanderbeek, Director of Event Production for the U.S. Soccer Federation. "We were working in a venue that didn’t have the infrastructure we needed for our communications, and PWS made it all possible. The technology package they provided worked flawlessly, and their onsite support team was constantly ahead of any potential issue. It was a seamless experience that allowed us to focus on the show itself."

The PWS team delivered comprehensive intercom coverage across the stadium, including remote field positions and control areas, enabling clear, uninterrupted communication. The setup was critical for timing, cueing and coordination across multiple live elements supporting both matches.

"The best part is that nothing went wrong—and that's exactly what you want," added Vanderbeek. "PWS gave us confidence that every cue, every connection and every moment would happen exactly as planned."

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