Hampshire vs Wheeling (Hardwood Classic 2025) - ID# 222
Wheeling High School
Live Event Coverage Sports
Entry Description
This clip showcases the hardwood classic game between Wheeling and Hampshire. In this clip we showcase the variety of cameras being operated, our new instant replay feature, and new graphics software.
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Recent Teacher Comments
- 4/29 9:17 am - You need a "hero" shot after the basket-and-foul.
- 4/29 9:16 am - A couple mistakes here, but good job overall. Director and tech director did well cutting cameras.
- 4/29 9:16 am - Use a different angle for replay, other than your primary coverage camera.
- 4/29 9:16 am - Unsure of what is going on during the replay
Judge 1
Positives: Loved the use of replay consistently after each play. The director timed these during dead balls very well. Good energy from the announcers! They kept the audience engaged during this close game!
Improvements: I would have liked to see more of the manned handheld used more often. If possible, try to cut to this camera after dead balls to show reaction shots and closeups. Make sure when the game is going on and the players are near the basket to stay on your game cam. The handhelds are great for replay looks and reaction shots following a made basket.
Judge 2
Positives: - Good job by the announcers being engaged and thoughtful as they broke down both the action as well as things they were looking to see in this matchup.
Improvements: - As a director, remember that when the action is live, Camera 1 (or game camera) is your best friend. It's best to avoid cutting off of it because the jump down to the baseline camera - and then back - can make it difficult for the viewer to follow what is happening. Save those other angles for replay and dead ball situations.
Judge 3
Positives: Great camera work. Very steady, feels professional. The sound mixing is great. There is a perfect blend of announcers with some gym noises and crowd sprinkled in. Great directing as well. The camera shots and cuts have a very natural and professional flow.
Improvements: Announcers I would add a little more emotion when announcing. It shouldn't be just giving the facts of the game and explaining the plays... Announcing is telling a story with emotion. Sports broadcasting is entertainment, don't be scared to be an entertaining broadcaster. But the skill and talent is there though, in my opinion! The mic popped a few times. Always test the mic with whispers, regular talking, and yelling. Then listen back. That way you cover all possibilities when broadcasting. I wanted a few more close up shots. Close ups are great for convey some emotion for the audience.
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