When the spring baseball season began on May 13, there was something noticeably different hovering over the center field wall at the Kiwanis Miracle League at Principal Park. Teaming up with Musco Lighting, Insane Impact was able to provide a major upgrade with one of its unique, state-of-the-art massive #LED scoreboards. Combined with a new video system and upgraded streaming capabilities, the KML is now one of the premier special needs ballparks in the country. Opened in 2008, the Kiwanis Miracle League invites children and adults of all abilities to enjoy the sport of baseball.
The three entities held a dedication ceremony in the middle of the day, pausing to recognize Al Knudsen, whom the scoreboard was dedicated to. Knudsen had served on the board for KML and as the public address announcer for over 15 years. Although he passed in January of 2022, it was his vision of an amazing visual for the participants that led to the renovations.
Noted Upgrades:
- 9’ x 12’ Digital Scoreboard.
- 10 MM Pixel Pitch
- 12 LED Cabinets
- 10000 NITS of Brightness
- IP67 Rated Resistance Against Dust and Water
“Baseball is a sport that brings families and communities together,” said Insane Impact President Kyle Ortmann. “Des Moines is our home and it’s important for us to utilize our industry leading technology to provide an impactful visual for special needs youth players. The new upgrades for the participants taking the field will create a major league atmosphere.”
This season’s upgrades complement recent investments in the field’s bleachers and rubberized turf playing surface. The completely flat playing surface helps to prevent injuries, eliminates any barriers to wheelchair-bound or visually impaired players, and smooths entry into wheelchair-accessible dugouts.
“Musco is proud to partner with Kiwanis Miracle League in our shared commitment to advance equitable access to sports and recreation,” said Musco President Jeff Rogers. “These new field upgrades will create lasting memories for countless families here in Iowa.”
About Insane Impact
Insane Impact is the nationwide leader of LED Screen Trailers and Video Walls. Their “think like the customer” mentality enables them to create new and innovative products that transform experiences. Their mission is to deliver first class service with state-of-the-art products that create lasting impressions.
Insane Impact LED displays have elevated some of the most prestigious live experiences, from globally recognized sporting events to music festivals to experiential installations for the world’s leading brands. Insane Impact provides industry leading service with one of the most comprehensive warranties in the market.
About Musco Lighting
Since 1976, Musco Lighting has specialized in the design and manufacture of sports and transportation/infrastructure lighting solutions. Musco’s Total Light Control—TLC for LED™ technology is the solution of choice for new and retrofit installations at hometown fields, professional stadiums, international superspeedways, Olympic Games, and the biggest ports, airports, and railyards in the world. Musco’s facility solutions also include Show-Light+® entertainment package, the Mini-Pitch System™ modular sports solution, MuscoVision® automated sports broadcasting, and the Communication-Structure System™ monopole for wireless Internet. All of Musco’s solutions are backed by long-term parts and labor warranties.
About Des Moines Kiwanis Miracle League at Principal Park
The Kiwanis Miracle League, which opened in 2008, is managed and operated by the Kiwanis Clubs of Greater Des Moines. Through its volunteer board of directors to buddies, coaches, concessions and merchandise helpers, all participate in providing a fun baseball experience in a safe and secure environment for kids and adults with special needs.
Located just west of Principal Park at 529 SW 5th St, Des Moines, IA, the Kiwanis Miracle League was the first such facility in the State of Iowa. Over 200 players between the ages of 5 and 63 play on 16 teams in the Spring and Fall seasons where “Every child deserves a chance to play baseball.”
