A Customer Story: Kermit ISD Brings Clear, Reliable Audio to Its New Sports Complexes with Small Stadium Sound Systems

by Anna Mach October 06, 2025

Background

Kermit ISD is a small independent school district in West Texas with a strong tradition of investing in its students and athletic programs. In 2023, the district passed a bond to build new sports complexes, including modern upgrades for its softball and baseball fields. A key part of the project was outfitting the press boxes with outdoor PA systems capable of withstanding the rugged West Texas climate year-round while delivering clear, dependable sound for games and practices.

Overseeing the initiative was Deonna Hardaway, the district’s Director of Technology. To ensure the project’s success, she set out to find an all-in-one small stadium sound system that included everything necessary for a smooth setup and long-term performance. Her requirements included weather-resistant speakers, an amplifier, a mixer, a Bluetooth receiver, and a wireless microphone.

Working with Pure Resonance Audio

Deonna began her search online, where she discovered Pure Resonance Audio. The company’s positive reviews and clear, detailed product descriptions immediately stood out. At the same time, she explored options from local technology vendors, carefully comparing solutions to ensure the district would receive the best fit for its new facilities.

Her search quickly led her to a small stadium sound system from Pure Resonance Audio that would work perfectly for both the softball and baseball fields, a package that checked every box on her list. It included S10 all-weather loudspeakers, S6 70V surface-mount speakers, a rackmount mic/line mixer, a DA2240 2-channel power amplifier, an MX8-PM push-to-talk microphone, and a BTR1 Bluetooth audio receiver. To complete the setup, Deonna added the WMS1-HH-A handheld wireless microphone system. Having a turnkey package with every element in place simplified the decision and eliminated the risk of overlooking an essential component.

Throughout the process, Deonna worked closely with Sales Engineer Andrew McPherson. His quick responses and attention to detail made a significant difference, particularly since navigating purchase approvals within a school district can often take time. Andrew provided a complete, itemized quote right away, allowing the district to move forward without unnecessary delays.

While Deonna had extensive experience working with AV systems, she had never installed one entirely from scratch. Despite her reservations about handling the installation herself, she chose a self-install to get the systems up and running as quickly as possible. The process proved straightforward, and the equipment came together seamlessly. From the start, the sound systems performed exactly as expected, delivering professional results without complication.

Reflection

Since their installation, the new softball and baseball field sound systems have become an integral part of Kermit ISD’s athletic programs. Coaches and volunteers operate it with ease, using the systems for everything from announcing players on game day to playing music during practices. Its intuitive design, dependable performance, and the crystal-clear sound from the stadium speakers have quickly made it a favorite across the district.

For Deonna, the project was seamless from start to finish. She rated the equipment a perfect 10 out of 10, citing fast shipping, straightforward installation, and outstanding audio quality as the standout benefits. With Pure Resonance Audio, Kermit ISD received a complete, reliable solution that continues to elevate the game-day atmosphere for students, staff, and the broader Kermit community.

If your facility is in need of a softball or baseball stadium sound system, explore the same solutions trusted by Kermit ISD or connect with a Pure Resonance Audio sales engineer to design a custom system tailored to your needs!

Photo Credit - Kermit ISD