Ice Hockey LED Lighting

Lighting an ice hockey rink

The visibility of moving objects is dependent upon the angular size, speed, and luminance of their background and the luminance of the surroundings. A high standard of lighting is required as the small, black, and fast-moving puck has to be made to contrast against the ice rink so that the spectators and players can see it. This is especially true where there is a large distance between the ice and the spectators, such as in arenas or halls.
As ice acts as a good diffuse reflector there should be no strong patterns of light that could distract from the game. Good lighting uniformity is important for seeing the puck.
Source: Society of Light and Lighting UK