Elevating Performance at the University of South Dakota: A New Era of Precision and Presentation

Elevating Performance at the University of South Dakota: A New Era of Precision and Presentation

When the University of South Dakota (USD) unveiled its brand-new, $32 million natatorium, it wasn’t just adding another pool — it was creating a high-performance aquatic environment designed for precision, and the future of collegiate swimming and diving.

At the heart of this new facility is a 50-meter competition pool with two movable bulkheads that allow multiple course configurations, giving USD’s Swimming and Diving programs unparalleled flexibility for training and competition. But what truly makes this facility championship-ready is what you don’t see beneath the surface — the integrated Colorado Time Systems technology driving every start, split, and finish.

Powered by Gen7 Swim Timing: Accuracy That Defines the Race

From the moment swimmers take their marks to the final touch, the Gen7 Swim Timing System from Colorado Time Systems ensures every race is captured with absolute precision. The system’s modular design integrates seamlessly with the pool’s deck plates and bulkhead configuration, making it easy for USD to transition between long-course and short-course setups.

The Gen7 platform offers:

• High-speed serial data transfer for real-time accuracy

• Intuitive touchscreen interface for simplified meet management

• Diagnostic feedback to keep operations running smoothly even under pressure

For the Coyote athletes, that means their hard work is measured and displayed with the same level of accuracy trusted at world-class events — because every hundredth of a second matters.

Touchpads and Relay Judging Platforms: Precision at Every Lane

USD’s competition pool features Colorado Time Systems Touchpads — the platinum standard in swim timing. These touchpads are built to perform in demanding environments, ensuring every finish is detected and every time is captured accurately.

Complementing them are Relay Judging Platforms, which bring consistency and confidence to relay exchanges. These platforms automatically record takeoff and finish times, helping officials focus on the athletes rather than the clock. For a facility designed to host major collegiate and regional meets, this level of automation is essential to ensuring fairness and transparency.

Bringing Results to Life: LED Video Scoreboard with DisplayLink+

Above the pool deck, the excitement continues on USD’s full-color LED video swimming & diving scoreboard, driven by Colorado Time Systems’ DisplayLink+ software. This powerful integration connects directly with the Gen7 timing system to showcase live results, team scores, event graphics, and even video playback — all in real time.

For athletes, that means instant feedback. For fans, it means immersive engagement. And for the program, it means a world-class presentation.

Built for Champions, Designed for the Future

The University of South Dakota is setting a new standard for collegiate aquatic facilities. The integration of Gen7 Swim Timing and Diving Systems, Touchpads, Relay Judging Platforms, and LED Video Scoreboards ensures that every meet is accurate, efficient, and visually stunning.

This investment represents more than just hardware — it’s a commitment to athletes, fans, and the sport itself. With Colorado Time Systems technology, USD’s natatorium is ready for every race, every dive, and every record yet to be broken.

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