High-Performance cellular 5G spans Hornets’ homecourt and new Novant Health Performance Center

November 12, 2026 | Charlotte, NC

Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) and Boldyn Networks (Boldyn) today announced a significant extension of their cellular wireless infrastructure partnership at Spectrum Center, which now also brings Boldyn’s high‑performance cellular 5G network to the team’s new state‑of‑the‑art Novant Health Performance Center.

The extension ensures that the Charlotte Hornets remain at the forefront of sports technology, providing a seamless cellular 5G corridor between the team’s arena and its future performance center currently under construction across from Spectrum Center. Boldyn originally launched the arena’s 5G Distributed Antenna System (DAS) upgrade in 2020.

“Connectivity is the invisible architecture that supports everything we do, from the way our fans share moments in the stands to the way our players and coaches utilize real-time data to gain a competitive edge,” said HSE Chief Information OfficerRonnie Bryant. “Extending this cellular 5G network into the Novant Health Performance Center creates a unified tech ecosystem. It ensures that our basketball operations and front office are supported by the same reliable cellular network that our fans experience on game nights at Spectrum Center.”

The Novant Health Performance Center, located directly across from Spectrum Center in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, will serve as the Hornets’ headquarters and basketball training facility. The Boldyn-designed network will provide wall-to-wall coverage across the facility’s 160,000+ square feet, including courts, training and weight rooms and administrative offices.

“We’ve worked closely with the Hornets to ensure employees and fans have had cellular 5G connectivity through the multi-million-dollar renovation at Spectrum Center, and now we extend that connectivity to their new headquarters”, saidJason Caliento, Chief Commercial Officer for Boldyn Networks US. “The Hornets are leading a future where data-driven performance and immersive fan engagement are the standard. By deploying a future-ready cellular 5G infrastructure across both the Spectrum Center and the new Novant Health Performance Center, we are providing the connectivity necessary to power the next generation of NBA innovation.”

This infrastructure investment is part of Spectrum Center’s broader transformation, dating back to the arena’s October 2025 re-opening after a two-phase renovation designed to enhance the guest experience through upgraded amenities and technology. The synergy between the two buildings will allow the Hornets to leverage advanced analytics and connected health technologies, further establishing Charlotte as a premier destination for professional sports and technology-driven venues. 

About Hornets Sports & Entertainment

Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) owns the Charlotte Hornets and the Greensboro Swarm (NBA G League) and operates Spectrum Center, the premier destination for sports and entertainment in the Carolinas. Charlotte’s first professional sports team, the Hornets joined the NBA in 1988 and are a member of the Eastern Conference’s Southeast Division. HSE is committed to positively impacting the Carolinas through community programming and the Charlotte Hornets Foundation, making frequent contributions and commitments to local organizations and outreach programs. Spectrum Center celebrated its 20th anniversary last season as it reopened following a two-phased renovation, fully transforming a world-class arena in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Through the years, Spectrum Center has hosted over 2,500 events and has welcomed more than 25 million guests. Directly across from Spectrum Center, the state-of-the-art Novant Health Performance Center is being built to enhance player development and foster a culture of high performance. For more information, please visit hornets.com, gsoswarm.com or spectrumcentercharlotte.com.