SPORTS LIGHTING
Sports Lighting Design & Compliance Surveys
At Molloy Consulting Engineers, we provide professional sports lighting design for clubs and schools across Ireland. Whether you’re developing a new facility or upgrading existing floodlighting, we deliver tailored lighting systems that meet the technical requirements of your sport while maximising performance, safety, and energy efficiency.
We design for:
- GAA pitches (football, hurling, camogie)
- Soccer fields (senior and junior levels)
- Rugby pitches
- Tennis and padel courts
- Hockey pitches (sand-based, water-based, or hybrid surfaces)
Designed for Performance, Practicality & Efficiency
Every sport has unique lighting demands. We customise each layout to provide the right light levels, uniformity, and minimised glare—whether you’re hosting training, competitive matches, or televised events. We use advanced photometric modelling to position and specify fittings for even coverage and optimum visibility.
We also consider:
- Local planning conditions and light spill management
- Pole placement and structural mounting
- Energy-efficient LED options and smart controls
- Generator sizing and load balancing for schools and clubs without grid upgrades
- Optimised electrical designs to avoid unnecessary standing charges and minimise electricity bills
Our goal is to ensure you get the best value for money—without overpaying for excess capacity or being caught out by long-term running costs.
Compliant with All Major Governing Body Standards
We design to the latest specifications from:
- GAA Floodlighting Guidelines – Club and County Level
- FAI Lighting Requirements – League and UEFA standards
- IRFU/World Rugby standards
- ITF and World Padel Tour court lighting specs
- Hockey Ireland and FIH guidance
Lighting Surveys & Certification
Already have lights in place? We offer full site lighting surveys and performance assessments. Our reports confirm:
- Achieved lux levels and uniformity
- Compliance with relevant sporting body guidelines
- Glare and light spill performance
- Fixture condition and energy use
Our survey results are suitable for funding applications, governing body reviews, or planning upgrade works.
Whether you’re designing a new sports facility or trying to reduce running costs at your existing pitch, we can guide you every step of the way—from compliance and cost control to efficient power supply and lighting design.
