Global Academy and Sony’s Hawk-Eye Innovation have announced a partnership.
Aiming to provide media students with access to industry-standard sports replay technology, the initiative will provide Global Academy’s new Level 3 Sports Media pathway with hands-on experience of the HawkREPLAY and HawkNEST solutions.The pathway is designed for 16-18 year olds with aspirations to work in the sports media and broadcast sectors, addressing skills gaps across the industry.
Located at the academy’s West London media training facility, the collaboration will form the only provision in the country, providing its students with a unique opportunity to learn using the same equipment relied upon by global sporting events and federations.
A spokesperson for Global Academy said, “We are incredibly excited to launch this groundbreaking partnership with Hawk-Eye. Providing our students with onsite access to this industry-leading replay equipment is a game-changer. It perfectly aligns with our commitment to delivering practical, career-focused education. It will be integral to our new Level 3 Sports Media course, empowering the next generation of sports media professionals. This is a significant investment in our students’ futures and in the future of the UK sports media industry.”
K. Douglas Price, head of commercial and operations, broadcast solutions at Hawk-Eye added, “We are proud to partner with Global Academy to support the development of new talent in the sports media industry. By providing students access to our best-in-class replay technology, we aim to equip them with the practical skills and experience needed to thrive in this fast-paced sector. This unique initiative in the UK demonstrates our commitment to fostering innovation and expertise for the new generation of professionals entering the broadcast industry.”
