ASB GlassFloor made history on May 25, 2025, as the first international volleyball match was played on its full LED video sports floor at BMW Park, Munich.
To mark the 50th anniversary of the Bavarian Volleyball Association, the German men’s national team faced off against world No. 5 and reigning world champion Italy in front of nearly 7,000 spectators.
“The match against Italy was a true highlight — not only athletically, but also in terms of presentation,” said René Beck, CFO of the German Volleyball Association. “With the innovative glass floor technology, we were able to accompany the match with striking visual effects — from animated player introductions and waving flags during the national anthem to dynamic animations after each point.”
Beck continued: “For the players, it was an extraordinary experience to perform on such a stage, in a packed arena, against a world-class opponent like Italy. And our fans were visibly thrilled, they witnessed volleyball on an entirely new level.”
Beyond the visuals, the sports performance of the floor also impressed. “The surface feels slightly firmer than usual, and there’s a pleasant warmth coming from the floor,” Röhrs noted. “Events like this are essential for pushing our sport forward — and the floor is ideal for that. It was a great experience and hopefully not the last.”
Since the 2024/25 season, BMW Park — home of FC Bayern Basketball — has been equipped with the world’s first permanently installed high-tech video sports floor.
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