Broadcaster Guide

Everything you need to know about streaming high school sports on PSC Network. From setup to going live to getting paid.

Getting Started

1Register as a Broadcaster

Create an account on PSC Network and apply for broadcaster access. You will need to provide your name, email, and information about the school(s) you plan to broadcast for. Visit the registration page to get started.

2Get Approved

After submitting your application, our team will review it. Approval typically takes 1-2 business days. You will receive an email notification when your broadcaster account is activated. Make sure to check your spam folder.

3Set Up OBS Studio

Download and install OBS Studio (free, open-source). This is the software you will use to capture and stream your video to PSC Network. OBS is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Once approved, you will find your unique Stream Key in the Broadcaster Dashboard under Settings. Keep your stream key private -- anyone with it can stream to your channel.

Streaming Setup

RTMP Settings

In OBS, go to Settings > Stream and configure the following:

Service:Custom...
Server:rtmp://stream.pscnetwork.net/live
Stream Key:(found in your Dashboard)

OBS Configuration

Navigate to Settings > Output and set the following:

Output ModeAdvanced
Encoderx264 (or NVENC if available)
Rate ControlCBR
Bitrate4500-6000 kbps
Keyframe Interval2 seconds
ProfileHigh

Recommended Video Settings

Under Settings > Video, configure your resolution and frame rate:

1080p
Base Resolution: 1920x1080
Output Resolution: 1920x1080
Recommended for strong connections
720p
Base Resolution: 1920x1080
Output Resolution: 1280x720
Good balance of quality and reliability
Frame Rate: 30 FPS
Use 30 FPS for most sports. 60 FPS is possible but requires double the bitrate.

Going Live

Follow these steps each time you are ready to broadcast a game:

1

Log into your Dashboard

Go to /dashboard/ib and make sure your stream key and settings are configured.

2

Create or select the game event

Make sure the game is scheduled with the correct teams, sport, date, and time. Set PPV pricing if applicable.

3

Set up your equipment

Position your camera, connect your microphone, ensure you have power and a stable internet connection at the venue.

4

Open OBS and verify settings

Check that your RTMP URL and stream key are correct. Preview your video and audio sources to make sure everything looks and sounds good.

5

Start streaming in OBS

Click "Start Streaming" in OBS. Watch the status bar at the bottom for connection confirmation and make sure frames are not dropping.

6

Mark the event as Live

In your Dashboard, confirm the stream is active. Viewers will now be able to see your broadcast on the game page.

7

End the stream

When the game is over, click "Stop Streaming" in OBS. The recording will be automatically saved as a VOD for on-demand replay.

Earnings & Payouts

How Revenue Works

As a PSC Network broadcaster, you earn a share of the revenue generated from the games you stream. Revenue comes from two sources:

Subscription Revenue

A portion of subscriber fees is allocated to broadcasters based on viewership of their streams.

Pay-Per-View Revenue

You earn a share of each PPV purchase for games you broadcast. Schools set the PPV price and revenue is split between the school, broadcaster, and platform.

Stripe Connect Setup

All payouts are processed through Stripe Connect. Here is how to set it up:

Log into your Broadcaster Dashboard
Navigate to Settings or Payouts section
Click "Connect with Stripe" to begin onboarding
Provide your banking and identity information to Stripe
Once verified, payouts will be deposited automatically

Stripe may hold funds for up to 7 days for new accounts. After your account is established, payouts switch to a 2-day rolling schedule.

Broadcaster FAQ

Ready to Start Broadcasting?

Head to your dashboard to configure your stream settings and schedule your first game.