UFC 3-530-01
22 August 2006
DISCUSSION:
The lighting for baseball and softball fields should illuminate the field uniformly and also
from multiple angles to eliminate dark spots and model the ball accurately. The poles
should not be located in zones where luminaire glare would be critical. IESNA RP-6-01
outlines these zones where players may follow the ball's path and look directly into a
luminaire. This glare impairs visibility, as the ball may be lost from sight. All floodlights
should have internal and external shielding to increase player visibility and decrease
light trespass. Lighting templates with pole and luminaire data are readily available
from sports lighting manufacturers.
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