A New Standard For Streaming: SIDEARM Sports Partners With JW Player
8/19/2025 3:22:00 PM | The Playbook
Our new video player delivers higher-quality streams, improved analytics, and a modern viewing experience.
Notes: SIDEARM is rolling out Clips to partners starting the week of 8/18. Once you see Clips Management available in your CMS, you'll be able to begin uploading vertical video. From there, elements that use vertical video on your live site and app will be available starting in fall 2025.
1080 playback is available on a limited number of partner sites while we test new features. As our partnership with JW Player expands, 1080 playback will soon be available for all partners.
The way fans consume sports content is changing and so are we. We're proud to roll out our new video player integration with JW Player, this new player offers smoother streaming, in-depth analytics and a more modern viewing experience across all touchpoints.
With full 1080p playback, enhanced picture-in-picture support and mobile-optimized controls, the updated player meets fan's expectations while aligning with current industry standards.
In addition to native video player enhancements, we're elevating how partners approach their content strategies with ourr new vertical video feature, Clips. This experience is built for swipe-and-watch behavior and designed to boost fan engagement across all-access platforms. Formatted to feel native to mobile platforms like Instagram Stories or Reels and built for repeat viewing, Clips offers a modern way for fans to stay connected with the action.
Clips will empower partners to share content like never before with short-form, vertical videos available directly on team home pages. Clips will be the home of must-see moments such as highlights, buzzer-beaters and exclusive moments instantly.
Some more of what's new:
?? Smarter Playlists: Automatic or manual playlist options by sport or athlete.
?? Enhanced Analytics: Improved insights via the powerful JW Player engine.
?? Improved Navigation: Picture-in-picture mode that works in-app and outside it.
?? 1080p Streaming: A higher quality, smoother viewing experience across devices.
Why it matters
This isn't just a tech upgrade, it's a leap forward in how fans interact with content. With curated playlists, smoother navigation and mobile-native viewing, partners will see increased engagement, longer session times and more return visits.
Admins can still manage horizontal and YouTube video, without any new processes required. All of the new functionality is layered within our latest integration and requires no extra leg work.
1080 playback is available on a limited number of partner sites while we test new features. As our partnership with JW Player expands, 1080 playback will soon be available for all partners.
The way fans consume sports content is changing and so are we. We're proud to roll out our new video player integration with JW Player, this new player offers smoother streaming, in-depth analytics and a more modern viewing experience across all touchpoints.
With full 1080p playback, enhanced picture-in-picture support and mobile-optimized controls, the updated player meets fan's expectations while aligning with current industry standards.
In addition to native video player enhancements, we're elevating how partners approach their content strategies with ourr new vertical video feature, Clips. This experience is built for swipe-and-watch behavior and designed to boost fan engagement across all-access platforms. Formatted to feel native to mobile platforms like Instagram Stories or Reels and built for repeat viewing, Clips offers a modern way for fans to stay connected with the action.
Clips will empower partners to share content like never before with short-form, vertical videos available directly on team home pages. Clips will be the home of must-see moments such as highlights, buzzer-beaters and exclusive moments instantly.
Some more of what's new:
?? Smarter Playlists: Automatic or manual playlist options by sport or athlete.
?? Enhanced Analytics: Improved insights via the powerful JW Player engine.
?? Improved Navigation: Picture-in-picture mode that works in-app and outside it.
?? 1080p Streaming: A higher quality, smoother viewing experience across devices.
Why it matters
This isn't just a tech upgrade, it's a leap forward in how fans interact with content. With curated playlists, smoother navigation and mobile-native viewing, partners will see increased engagement, longer session times and more return visits.
Admins can still manage horizontal and YouTube video, without any new processes required. All of the new functionality is layered within our latest integration and requires no extra leg work.