Vikings v Stagg - ID# 373
Homewood-Flossmoor
Live Event Coverage Sports
Entry Description
Live coverage of high school basketball.
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Recent Teacher Comments
- 4/29 9:23 am - Good cutaways to free throw shooter, coach.
- 4/29 9:23 am - Good use of sideline interview during downtime. She had useful information.
- 4/29 9:22 am - Scorebug is good. Easy to read. Doesn't take away from the broadcast.
- 4/29 9:22 am - Don't lose the ball on the primary coverage wide camera.
Judge 1
Positives: It was clear the announcers did prep leading into this broadcast. PxP and Color did a great job using names rather than numbers, and sideline mentioned they spoke to coaches pre-game which is a pro-level approach to sideline hits. Good dynamic cutting from the director. Good use of close ups of coaches and players following each play.
Improvements: For your primary game camera, try to incorporate more dynamic movement. While keeping up with the ball is important, the camera was very static once it reached the other side of the court. Slow zooming in and out and camera movements based on the ball and player placement can add a more immersive viewing experience (see example: https://youtu.be/a2LWPMA-YoM?si=Dw4svb196bs_obr7 ) Overall good sequence on this clip. To push this broadcast further, think about what else you could add. Whether it's a replay of the foul or made basket, or a graphic lower 3rd for your sideline or players, additional elements can add a ton to your show. Good work!
Judge 2
Positives: - Really like that the sideline reporter had spoken with both coaches prior to the game, that shows a good dedication to research ahead of time. Your report was quick but hit on both teams; when time allows maybe consider expanding just slightly. What would constitute "excitement" for HF, etc. - Overall good job by the director to cut between cameras at appropriate times without taking away from or causing the viewer to miss any of the action.
Improvements: - While the low cameras did a good job of tracking who made the basket for a hero shot, at times those shots were a little too close/tight. Loosen them up a bit and allow us to see a little more of the player.
Judge 3
Positives: Great camera work and shot selection! I think the announcer felt very knowledgeable and added some great emotion to the broadcast.
Improvements: The mic peaked / popped a few times. Try to test the mic levels before recording.
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