# 5G-Connected Sports Venues Verizon Expanded Its 5G Coverage to Three New Sports Stadiums By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-10-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5g-coverage1 References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/10/18/verizon-5g-in-basketball-and-hockey-arenas/) & [verizon](https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-5g-ultra-wideband-live-arenas) [Verizon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-site-5g) has added 5G coverage to three different popular stadiums. The stadiums host both basketball and hockey games and the list includes the San Francisco Chase Center, the [Denver Pepsi Center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dionilife), and the [Phoenix Talking Stick Resort Arena](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-one-beverages). Verizon has also indicated that it will bring 5G coverage to Madison Square Garden in the near future, as well as 10 other stadiums before the end of the 2019-2020 season. Verizon has to implement the technology one building at a time, due to limitations associated with current 5G technology. The organization continues to expand its 5G technology, with a focus on sports venues. Improving coverage to 5G in stadiums enhances connection speeds, allowing more people to share their game experience. Image Credit: Verizon ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Enhanced 5G Connectivity:** The implementation of 5G technology in sports venues enables faster and more reliable connection speeds for fans. - **Expanding 5G Coverage:** Verizon's efforts to bring 5G coverage to various sports stadiums across the country opens up opportunities for improved connectivity in other public spaces. - **Tech-enabled Fan Experience:** The integration of 5G in sports venues paves the way for new technologies and innovations that enhance the overall fan experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Telecommunications:** The expansion of 5G coverage in sports stadiums presents opportunities for telecommunications companies to offer enhanced connectivity solutions for large public venues. - **Sports and Entertainment:** The integration of 5G technology in sports venues creates new possibilities for sports and entertainment companies to develop innovative fan engagement experiences. - **Smart Cities:** The implementation of 5G in sports stadiums aligns with the goal of creating smart cities, as it demonstrates the potential for advanced connectivity in densely populated areas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [SME-Targeted 5G Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-site-5g.md) - [Network-Enabled Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5g-enabled-cars.md) - [Esports Infrastructure Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playerx.md) - [5G-Enabled Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-edge-5g.md) - [Crypto-Branded Sports Stadiums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cryptocom-arena.md) - [Game-Changing Sports Fan Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telstra-touch-and-track.md) - [Virtual Basketball Playoff Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-arena.md) - [Vehicle-Connected Mobile Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5g-hybrid-mobile-private-network.md) - [Sports Event Virtual-Reality Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtadium.md)