Video Boards to Be Installed In Athletics-Recreation Center (http://www.valpoathletics.com/news/archives/2011-12/10889/video-boards-to-be-installed-in-athletics-recreation-center/)
The Athletics-Recreation Center will be getting an upgrade this summer, as a YESCO four-sided ceiling hung display sign, featuring video boards on all four sides, will be installed above center court in the arena, home of Valparaiso's men's and women's basketball and volleyball teams.
"We are excited about the opportunity to enhance our fans' experience at basketball and volleyball games by adding video boards in the ARC," said Valparaiso director of athletics Mark LaBarbera. "It also marks another step forward in our commitment to continued improvements to all of our athletic facilities."
The fixture will feature four 10MM full color video boards, with each board's active area measuring 13' wide by 7'7" tall (fans can right-click on the image to the right and select 'View Image' to see the board's full dimensions). In addition, the corners will contain four back-lit display panels for advertising, while there will also be an additional illuminated sign panel on the underside of the display with McDonald's messaging. Also as part of the project, modifications will be made to improve the sound system in the arena.
About YESCO: YESCO is a family-owned provider of a full spectrum of sign and lighting products and services. YESCO Electronics manufacturers versatile, color LED signs and is a leading supplier of digital billboards in North America. YESCO Outdoor Media has approximately 1,700 billboards strategically located on major thoroughfares across 10 western states. The company has been in business since 1920. For more information visit www.yesco.com (http://www.yesco.com).
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Pretty big news. Plus, I'm sure everyone's going to like the fact that the sound system will be worked on. Looking forward to seeing it all in action this September at the Volley Brawl!
Just saw this on the website as well, pretty sweet! I think that this is well worth a major announcement, as that just brings our athletics program closer to the others out there in amenities. Is this a video board where it displays where people's points/foul totals are as well?
Quote from: valpotx on July 19, 2011, 04:42:10 PM
Just saw this on the website as well, pretty sweet! I think that this is well worth a major announcement, as that just brings our athletics program closer to the others out there in amenities. Is this a video board where it displays where people's points/foul totals are as well?
Point/Foul totals will be displayed in some capacity on the board. We will have to figure out exactly how and when certain information will be displayed.
I had heard this was coming, and I am pleased by the details included. I'm also glad to learn the problems with the sound system will finally be addressed. Kudos!
As someone who has *itched and moaned for years about our awful sound system, I'm almost as excited about it as I am the new video screens - almost! In all seriousness, these are really good upgrades. Congratulations to the Athletic Department.
this is great! finally some news specifically about the arc. thank you athletic department!
HUZZAH!!! Great news!!! :)
Awesome news! :thumbsup:
i'm so excited!! just wish i was going to be able to take advantage of it. maybe now i have an excuse to get back for a game or two.
8) Great news. I'm excited for this improvement to the ARC!! Can't wait to see the new video board in person this coming season. :clap:
:deadhorse:
I hope the next ARC enhancement sometime within the next couple years is more chairback seating to provide a lower level "arena" feel. Also, more rest rooms and more and better concession areas would be a nice improvement. But this certainly is a great start to revitalizing the ARC.
:) A"big" MacDonald's logo. Is this another Schrage enhancement to the ARC? Dear ole Theta Chi!
This is a great new addition to the ARC. This will also spur some improvements on the video broadcast side I am guessing.
I think this was the "big" announcement that was said to be coming, and I think it really is a big announcement. Welcome to the 21st Century VU....this will certainly enhance the ARC experience.
It shouldn't be a big announcement since it is almost an embarrassment to not have them in the first place, but I am ecstatic that we are finally getting video boards. Anyone have a pricetag on this? Was there a major donor?
I believe they were purchased with money leftover from the floor.
Quote from: wh on July 19, 2011, 05:05:27 PM
As someone who has *itched and moaned for years about our awful sound system, I'm almost as excited about it as I am the new video screens - almost! In all seriousness, these are really good upgrades. Congratulations to the Athletic Department.
Yeah, what he said!
Quote from: okinawatyphoon on July 20, 2011, 09:08:57 PM
It shouldn't be a big announcement since it is almost an embarrassment to not have them in the first place, but I am ecstatic that we are finally getting video boards. Anyone have a pricetag on this? Was there a major donor?
I'm thinking the major donor was Mr. McDonald.
I have to say I am very please with this. I think it will be a great and long overdue addition to the ARC. Thanks to whoever spearheaded this project!
i don't see it as being a huge embarrassment to us not having them already, since our venue for playing basketball isn't too huge. however, when compared against the other horizon league facilities that we go and play in on the road, yeah, then i would agree. we are still really behind. i'm excited for this though! i'm not bothered by the fact that we don't have a state of the art 10k plus seat arena.
Removal of the old scoreboard (click on the photo for a larger image):
Thanks for this and other pics you have posted! :thumbsup:
Great update! Thanks valpopal!
If you blow it up a little you can see the score: Valpo 85 Visitors 79. Interesting, I think it foretells things to come...Hummm ;)
Looks like the new video boards just arrived and per ML's comment on twitter earlier today they should be installed this week.
@ValpoADMark LaBarbera
"Just watched the new video boards arrive. Installation will be done by end of week."
Quote from: vufan75 on August 22, 2011, 01:51:01 PM
Looks like the new video boards just arrived and per ML's comment on twitter earlier today they should be installed this week.
@ValpoADMark LaBarbera
"Just watched the new video boards arrive. Installation will be done by end of week."
Photos of the delivery and initial installation steps have been posted on the Crusader's Facebook page. Check them out here: Video Board Delivery (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.621191031439.2102337.40803816)
Quote from: vufan75 on August 22, 2011, 01:51:01 PM
Looks like the new video boards just arrived and per ML's comment on twitter earlier today they should be installed this week.
@ValpoADMark LaBarbera
"Just watched the new video boards arrive. Installation will be done by end of week."
Can't wait to see it in action!
Does anyone other than me feel like this is putting lipstick on a pig?
Maybe it's just the outsider's point of view, but the ARC's whole experience screams high school - it's not because it's old, as Hinkle Fieldhouse and the Cell don't give off that feel - but it resembles a high school gym more than any other in the conference. Now that Loyola is going over a wholesale renovation, Valpo's ARC looks seriously behind the times, despite being the fifth-newest arena of the 10.
I get the whole "collegiate ambiance," and VU does it as well as anybody, but that doesn't mean that comfortable chairback seating and legitimate concourses will cancel out the feel of the building.
To me, the court looks great, the scoreboard will look great, but when you take in the entire arena's look, there will still be the negatives that come along with it - banners for everything under the sun (I recognize it houses volleyball too), temporary bleachers, concessions sold 15 feet from the (north?) basket - the arena could use a much more ambitious remodeling, or a replacement altogether.
Quote from: vu72 on August 15, 2011, 07:11:25 PM
If you blow it up a little you can see the score: Valpo 85 Visitors 79. Interesting, I think it foretells things to come...Hummm ;)
Are you going to be scheduling Visitors University?
Quote from: blackpantheruwm on August 23, 2011, 03:38:40 PM
Quote from: vu72 on August 15, 2011, 07:11:25 PM
If you blow it up a little you can see the score: Valpo 85 Visitors 79. Interesting, I think it foretells things to come...Hummm ;)
Are you going to be scheduling Visitors University?
Actually it's a very inside reference to a key win from last year. Funny that no one questioned the post!
Quote from: blackpantheruwm on August 23, 2011, 03:38:08 PM
Does anyone other than me feel like this is putting lipstick on a pig?
Maybe it's just the outsider's point of view, but the ARC's whole experience screams high school - it's not because it's old, as Hinkle Fieldhouse and the Cell don't give off that feel - but it resembles a high school gym more than any other in the conference. Now that Loyola is going over a wholesale renovation, Valpo's ARC looks seriously behind the times, despite being the fifth-newest arena of the 10.
I get the whole "collegiate ambiance," and VU does it as well as anybody, but that doesn't mean that comfortable chairback seating and legitimate concourses will cancel out the feel of the building.
To me, the court looks great, the scoreboard will look great, but when you take in the entire arena's look, there will still be the negatives that come along with it - banners for everything under the sun (I recognize it houses volleyball too), temporary bleachers, concessions sold 15 feet from the (north?) basket - the arena could use a much more ambitious remodeling, or a replacement altogether.
I believe that the shortcomings of the ARC can be taken care of internally and not with the building of a new arena, which is not justified by our attendance. The video boards and last years new floor are a good start. Maybe new chairbacks in the lower bowl may be on the drawing board, but you have to start somewhere and I think the administration is taking steps in the right direction so kudos for that
Quote from: blackpantheruwm on August 23, 2011, 03:38:08 PM
Does anyone other than me feel like this is putting lipstick on a pig?
Maybe it's just the outsider's point of view, but the ARC's whole experience screams high school - it's not because it's old, as Hinkle Fieldhouse and the Cell don't give off that feel - but it resembles a high school gym more than any other in the conference. Now that Loyola is going over a wholesale renovation, Valpo's ARC looks seriously behind the times, despite being the fifth-newest arena of the 10.
I get the whole "collegiate ambiance," and VU does it as well as anybody, but that doesn't mean that comfortable chairback seating and legitimate concourses will cancel out the feel of the building.
To me, the court looks great, the scoreboard will look great, but when you take in the entire arena's look, there will still be the negatives that come along with it - banners for everything under the sun (I recognize it houses volleyball too), temporary bleachers, concessions sold 15 feet from the (north?) basket - the arena could use a much more ambitious remodeling, or a replacement altogether.
Yes. This is absolutely lipstick on a pig, IMO. Loyola, who arguably had the second worst venue in the league after us, is remodeling their arena in its entirety. When it is completed, it will put our facility far far behind any other venue in the league. We will be a distant 10th for sure and it will be embarrassing. Instead of taking note of this fact, here some of us are, chest-thumping about new video boards that are replacing scoreboards that were installed during the Regan administration.
Don't get me wrong. I do think the AD should get credit for getting these boards. They should generally enhance the attendee experience. But at the end of the day the addition of these boards do not scream "hell yeah" with respect to overall program commitment by the University because these boards should have been replaced years ago in the first place. This is the reality. What I am most worried about is that a new venue will never get off the ground at VU because people can now point to these boards as being proof of some kind of commitment to the basketball program. Such a view is pretextual in my view. You want commitment? Take a look at what Loyola is doing.
Quote from: blackpantheruwm on August 23, 2011, 03:38:08 PM
Does anyone other than me feel like this is putting lipstick on a pig?
Maybe it's just the outsider's point of view, but the ARC's whole experience screams high school - it's not because it's old, as Hinkle Fieldhouse and the Cell don't give off that feel - but it resembles a high school gym more than any other in the conference. Now that Loyola is going over a wholesale renovation, Valpo's ARC looks seriously behind the times, despite being the fifth-newest arena of the 10.
I get the whole "collegiate ambiance," and VU does it as well as anybody, but that doesn't mean that comfortable chairback seating and legitimate concourses will cancel out the feel of the building.
To me, the court looks great, the scoreboard will look great, but when you take in the entire arena's look, there will still be the negatives that come along with it - banners for everything under the sun (I recognize it houses volleyball too), temporary bleachers, concessions sold 15 feet from the (north?) basket - the arena could use a much more ambitious remodeling, or a replacement altogether.
While I agree that much more remains to be done, I don't think it's fair to say the new scoreboard is like putting lipstick on a pig. Anyway you slice it, it's still a significant improvement and I think the Athletic Dept. deserves a lot of credit for pulling it off. It is going to take a major commitment from people at much higher levels than the AD to make the changes you are suggesting. As others have pointed out, that probably is not going to happen any time soon, given the current state of the
Obama economy.
The new video scoreboard has been installed and it looks terrific! I was going to take a photo, but I see the Valpo Crusader has already posted to facebook a number of pictures showing the new scoreboard and the installation process:
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.621663050509.2102478.40803816&type=1 (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.621663050509.2102478.40803816&type=1)
I'm told this cost 500k, and, as you might expect given the price tag, that it is truly top drawer.
Quote from: valpopal on August 26, 2011, 12:46:38 PM
The new video scoreboard has been installed and it looks terrific! I was going to take a photo, but I see the Valpo Crusader has already posted to facebook a number of pictures showing the new scoreboard and the installation process:
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.621663050509.2102478.40803816&type=1 (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.621663050509.2102478.40803816&type=1)
When I click on the link, it says content is currently unavailable. When I sign in I can't find it either. Help...
Quote from: wh on August 26, 2011, 03:06:34 PM
Quote from: valpopal on August 26, 2011, 12:46:38 PM
The new video scoreboard has been installed and it looks terrific! I was going to take a photo, but I see the Valpo Crusader has already posted to facebook a number of pictures showing the new scoreboard and the installation process:
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.621663050509.2102478.40803816&type=1 (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.621663050509.2102478.40803816&type=1)
When I click on the link, it says content is currently unavailable. When I sign in I can't find it either. Help...
Not sure why the link doesn't work, but here is a photo of the new scoreboard (click on the picture to make it bigger). Unfortunately, I haven't seen it lit yet.
I do not see a photo with valpopal's post. Am I missing a link somewhere?
Never mind. The photo appeared after I logged in to send the above message. Chalk it up to a learning experience.
i think one of the best parts of this is that no longer will there be a ridiculous number of bulbs not working from the start of the season. that made me cringe every year when i would look up there during exhibition games in november.
ps - anybody know when hoops mania is this year?
According to a tweet from earlier today from Valpo AD Mark LaBarbera, the new video boards are nice. Can't wait to see them in action.
Mark tweeted "Standing in the ARC watching the new video boards. Amazing!"
Does anyone know, was the sound system upgraded as well?
Quote from: vufan75 on September 01, 2011, 05:22:40 PM
According to a tweet from earlier today from Valpo AD Mark LaBarbera, the new video boards are nice. Can't wait to see them in action.
Mark tweeted "Standing in the ARC watching the new video boards. Amazing!"
Does anyone know, was the sound system upgraded as well?
one can only hope so. but with the cost of the video boards (i think i read somewhere $500k), there may not have been much more for the sound system.
I thought one of the releases said the sound system would be upgraded at the same time?
You are correct, valpotx. Mark Labarbera tweeted about the sound system and said....
"Sound system upgrade tested today. Amazing! Between video & sound a whole new experience in ARC. Check it out @ volleyball this weekend."
Quote from: vufan75 on September 02, 2011, 01:31:25 PM
You are correct, valpotx. Mark Labarbera tweeted about the sound system and said....
"Sound system upgrade tested today. Amazing! Between video & sound a whole new experience in ARC. Check it out @ volleyball this weekend."
I was at the volley ball game this morning. Here are my reviews:
video board - Good looking videos. SCORE OF GAME NOT SHOWN. :crazy: McDonald's ad on bottom (which can only be read from one side) is unattractive. Return their money & paint it black.
Sound system - a waste of money. It is still difficult to hear the announcer. Certainly not AMAZING! When the ARC is full of cheering people, I think it will be more than difficult to hear any spoken words.
Quote from: valpospartan on September 02, 2011, 02:05:41 PM
Quote from: vufan75 on September 02, 2011, 01:31:25 PM
You are correct, valpotx. Mark Labarbera tweeted about the sound system and said....
"Sound system upgrade tested today. Amazing! Between video & sound a whole new experience in ARC. Check it out @ volleyball this weekend."
I was at the volley ball game this morning. Here are my reviews:
video board - Good looking videos. SCORE OF GAME NOT SHOWN. :crazy: McDonald's ad on bottom (which can only be read from one side) is unattractive. Return their money & paint it black.
Sound system - a waste of money. It is still difficult to hear the announcer. Certainly not AMAZING! When the ARC is full of cheering people, I think it will be more than difficult to hear any spoken words.
Maybe whoever is working the sound board needs to have a better ear for realizing that while the ARC is a big facility, you can't get a good idea of how it sounds if you're doing a sound check thru headphones?
Quote from: valpospartan on September 02, 2011, 02:05:41 PM
Quote from: vufan75 on September 02, 2011, 01:31:25 PM
You are correct, valpotx. Mark Labarbera tweeted about the sound system and said....
"Sound system upgrade tested today. Amazing! Between video & sound a whole new experience in ARC. Check it out @ volleyball this weekend."
I was at the volley ball game this morning. Here are my reviews:
video board - Good looking videos. SCORE OF GAME NOT SHOWN. :crazy: McDonald's ad on bottom (which can only be read from one side) is unattractive. Return their money & paint it black.
Sound system - a waste of money. It is still difficult to hear the announcer. Certainly not AMAZING! When the ARC is full of cheering people, I think it will be more than difficult to hear any spoken words.
The score will be a part of the new video board eventually, as will instant replay. Please understand that the video board and scoreboard installation was completed this morning at 2am and there are several elements that are not fully up and running. We'll get there as we become more experienced operating the system. As for the McDonald's sign, it won't be going anywhere soon and there is a reason it is placed where it is. It's not meant to be read by those in the chairbacks.
People in chairbacks are to sophistimucated to eat at a joint like McDonalds. They will probably have to look at an advertisement for Le Peep.
But seriously, I can't wait to take a look tomorrow at the new upgrades tomorrow!
Quote from: valpomarketingguy on September 02, 2011, 04:32:23 PM
Quote from: valpospartan on September 02, 2011, 02:05:41 PM
Quote from: vufan75 on September 02, 2011, 01:31:25 PM
You are correct, valpotx. Mark Labarbera tweeted about the sound system and said....
"Sound system upgrade tested today. Amazing! Between video & sound a whole new experience in ARC. Check it out @ volleyball this weekend."
I was at the volley ball game this morning. Here are my reviews:
video board - Good looking videos. SCORE OF GAME NOT SHOWN. :crazy: McDonald's ad on bottom (which can only be read from one side) is unattractive. Return their money & paint it black.
Sound system - a waste of money. It is still difficult to hear the announcer. Certainly not AMAZING! When the ARC is full of cheering people, I think it will be more than difficult to hear any spoken words.
The score will be a part of the new video board eventually, as will instant replay. Please understand that the video board and scoreboard installation was completed this morning at 2am and there are several elements that are not fully up and running. We'll get there as we become more experienced operating the system. As for the McDonald's sign, it won't be going anywhere soon and there is a reason it is placed where it is. It's not meant to be read by those in the chairbacks.
Thanks for the update, valpomarketingguy! I figured that those things would get eased in as everyone works with the new equipment. I will ask, though, what will occupy the area next to each scoreboard. It's just black right now.
I also concur on just about everything valpospartan said. I personally hate the sound system set-up right now. The bass is too loud for my taste and it's tough to understand the noise and hear my own thoughts.
UIC's video board includes player stats on the sides:
http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/ilch/sports/m-baskbl/auto_player/2524908.jpeg (http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/ilch/sports/m-baskbl/auto_player/2524908.jpeg)
the ones at loyola do too, i believe.
There were two nice surprises at the VB game, tonight (VU- 3, UIC-0) :thumbsup::
The video boards were full score boards , in addition to videos of team members & other graphics - very nice!!! :)
The sound system was loud and clear. ;D.
Good job all!
I watched Valpo knock off Evansville a week or two ago, in the tournament we hosted. I don't think they were showing pictures on the boards yet, but the audio system was going. I think it was clear. It was _definitely_ loud. Made me consider ear plugs - and plan on them for the kids.
All good to hear! I look forward to seeing the boards the next time I can catch a broadcast.
The video board was up and working at todays Vball game. I was really impressed. Lots of graphics, player videos, etc. Everything you'd expect from a "modern" scoreboard. It looks like the shot clock timers have been updated also that are directly above the backboard. The new scoreboard honestly made the ARC experience much better. Job well done! I took a picture of both scoreboards to share however it appears this fourm only allows file sizes from 1985.
To me there was no improvement on the sound system. I heard many in the chairback section say it was hard to hear. Plus you could her a humming sound when it was quite in the ARC. ML, you need to resolve this for once and for all!
Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PM
The video board was up and working at todays Vball game. I was really impressed. Lots of graphics, player videos, etc. Everything you'd expect from a "modern" scoreboard. It looks like the shot clock timers have been updated also that are directly above the backboard. The new scoreboard honestly made the ARC experience much better. Job well done! I took a picture of both scoreboards to share however it appears this fourm only allows file sizes from 1985.
To me there was no improvement on the sound system. I heard many in the chairback section say it was hard to hear. Plus you could her a humming sound when it was quite in the ARC. ML, you need to resolve this for once and for all!
Well, that's old people for ya :rotfl:
Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PM
To me there was no improvement on the sound system. I heard many in the chairback section say it was hard to hear. Plus you could her a humming sound when it was quite in the ARC. ML, you need to resolve this for once and for all!
How hard can this be? I sit only about 10 rows back at basketball games and sometimes have difficulty hearing the announcements, which is very frustrating. I know some folks in the upper section never hear any of it. I have attended a number of concerts at VU where the sound is excellent. How about asking for help from the sound check people who do the concerts?
Quote from: Crusader03 on October 01, 2011, 08:37:40 PM
Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PM
The video board was up and working at todays Vball game. I was really impressed. Lots of graphics, player videos, etc. Everything you'd expect from a "modern" scoreboard. It looks like the shot clock timers have been updated also that are directly above the backboard. The new scoreboard honestly made the ARC experience much better. Job well done! I took a picture of both scoreboards to share however it appears this fourm only allows file sizes from 1985.
To me there was no improvement on the sound system. I heard many in the chairback section say it was hard to hear. Plus you could her a humming sound when it was quite in the ARC. ML, you need to resolve this for once and for all!
Well, that's old people for ya :rotfl:
Hey, watch it - I'm old and I can hear the new PA system just fine.
Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PMI took a picture of both scoreboards to share however it appears this fourm only allows file sizes from 1985.
This and most forums prefer hotlinking pictures from other hosting sites. Attachments are for smaller pics.
If your pictures are too big to attach, upload them to a picture hosting site then link to the image like most people do using the (http://www.valpofanzone.com/forum/Themes/default/images/bbc/img.gif) button above.
I like http://tinypic.com/ (http://tinypic.com/)
Thanks for the tip!
here they are. Again this scoreboard was really impressive being it's in the ARC. Each player had their own video clip that would pop up during intros and also whenever they did something well. It will be really fun this year with basketball. It also has to be a advertising dream for incoming cash to the university. also, the huge mcdonalds logo at the bottom of the scoreboard is a small price considering how cool they are.
http://i54.tinypic.com/30cvd6v.jpg (http://i54.tinypic.com/30cvd6v.jpg)
http://i52.tinypic.com/5nkvnp.jpg (http://i52.tinypic.com/5nkvnp.jpg)
those are pretty slick
Thanks for posting the pictures! Very impressive.
Quote from: valpopal on October 01, 2011, 09:25:20 PM
Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PM
To me there was no improvement on the sound system. I heard many in the chairback section say it was hard to hear. Plus you could her a humming sound when it was quite in the ARC. ML, you need to resolve this for once and for all!
How hard can this be? I sit only about 10 rows back at basketball games and sometimes have difficulty hearing the announcements, which is very frustrating. I know some folks in the upper section never hear any of it. I have attended a number of concerts at VU where the sound is excellent. How about asking for help from the sound check people who do the concerts?
It's difficult to get the sound check people from the concerts when those people work for the acts that come in for concerts at the ARC. Yes, I know, seems a tad strange, but many of the sound guys for bands or individual acts travel with that particular group. Otherwise, there is a stiff union fee to pay for an honest sound guy. Why the current one is having so many issues, I don't know, other than they keep trying to do true sound checks thru a set of headphones?
Quote from: valporun on October 02, 2011, 09:01:09 PM
Quote from: valpopal on October 01, 2011, 09:25:20 PM
Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PM
To me there was no improvement on the sound system. I heard many in the chairback section say it was hard to hear. Plus you could her a humming sound when it was quite in the ARC. ML, you need to resolve this for once and for all!
How hard can this be? I sit only about 10 rows back at basketball games and sometimes have difficulty hearing the announcements, which is very frustrating. I know some folks in the upper section never hear any of it. I have attended a number of concerts at VU where the sound is excellent. How about asking for help from the sound check people who do the concerts?
It's difficult to get the sound check people from the concerts when those people work for the acts that come in for concerts at the ARC. Yes, I know, seems a tad strange, but many of the sound guys for bands or individual acts travel with that particular group. Otherwise, there is a stiff union fee to pay for an honest sound guy. Why the current one is having so many issues, I don't know, other than they keep trying to do true sound checks thru a set of headphones?
it's also hard to do a full sound check to accommodate for a full facility when the building is empty. and on top of that, the facilities in the vuca, as well as the chapel are permanently set up. so they only require a minimal check before use. the solution to that, i would think, would be pretty straightforward - have people that know what they're listening for stationed throughout the building and get their input to make realtime adjustments. but if they're replaced the speakers throughout the arc, and that hasn't done anything then there may be wiring issues to be looked at.
Quote from: vuweathernerd on October 02, 2011, 09:25:14 PM
Quote from: valporun on October 02, 2011, 09:01:09 PM
Quote from: valpopal on October 01, 2011, 09:25:20 PM
Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PM
To me there was no improvement on the sound system. I heard many in the chairback section say it was hard to hear. Plus you could her a humming sound when it was quite in the ARC. ML, you need to resolve this for once and for all!
How hard can this be? I sit only about 10 rows back at basketball games and sometimes have difficulty hearing the announcements, which is very frustrating. I know some folks in the upper section never hear any of it. I have attended a number of concerts at VU where the sound is excellent. How about asking for help from the sound check people who do the concerts?
It's difficult to get the sound check people from the concerts when those people work for the acts that come in for concerts at the ARC. Yes, I know, seems a tad strange, but many of the sound guys for bands or individual acts travel with that particular group. Otherwise, there is a stiff union fee to pay for an honest sound guy. Why the current one is having so many issues, I don't know, other than they keep trying to do true sound checks thru a set of headphones?
it's also hard to do a full sound check to accommodate for a full facility when the building is empty. and on top of that, the facilities in the vuca, as well as the chapel are permanently set up. so they only require a minimal check before use. the solution to that, i would think, would be pretty straightforward - have people that know what they're listening for stationed throughout the building and get their input to make realtime adjustments. but if they're replaced the speakers throughout the arc, and that hasn't done anything then there may be wiring issues to be looked at.
I was not speaking about hiring outside people (although it might be worth the cost). I was speaking about Valpo events with university folks, like the jazz band concerts in the union ballrooms or the symphony orchestra concerts in the chapel. We have people on campus who can do sound checks and at least offer suggestions.
When I was much younger, I worked as an assistant to sound people for rock groups that toured venues like the ARC, and our sound checks were always done with an empty facility. When the place was full, everyone heard the sound just fine.
I have also attended concerts at the ARC in which the sound was clear and balanced. It is really not that difficult if the equipment is sufficient.
I love that the stats are part of the video interface, you can do any combination of stats on the screen.
Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PM
The video board was up and working at todays Vball game. I was really impressed. Lots of graphics, player videos, etc. Everything you'd expect from a "modern" scoreboard.
I was there for about the middle 60% of the Butler game. Some of the video looked pretty slick (mostly I saw the same five second clip over and over). I'll look forward to seeing the intros sometime.
What I didn't see, but I think was mentioned earlier on this thread, were replays.
Did I just miss them? I was hoping there might be some e.g. during intermissions between sets.
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Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PM
To me there was no improvement on the sound system. I heard many in the chairback section say it was hard to hear. Plus you could her a humming sound when it was quite in the ARC. ML, you need to resolve this for once and for all!
How hard can this be? I sit only about 10 rows back at basketball games and sometimes have difficulty hearing the announcements, which is very frustrating. I know some folks in the upper section never hear any of it. I have attended a number of concerts at VU where the sound is excellent. How about asking for help from the sound check people who do the concerts?
It's difficult to get the sound check people from the concerts when those people work for the acts that come in for concerts at the ARC. Yes, I know, seems a tad strange, but many of the sound guys for bands or individual acts travel with that particular group. Otherwise, there is a stiff union fee to pay for an honest sound guy. Why the current one is having so many issues, I don't know, other than they keep trying to do true sound checks thru a set of headphones?
it's also hard to do a full sound check to accommodate for a full facility when the building is empty. and on top of that, the facilities in the vuca, as well as the chapel are permanently set up. so they only require a minimal check before use. the solution to that, i would think, would be pretty straightforward - have people that know what they're listening for stationed throughout the building and get their input to make realtime adjustments. but if they're replaced the speakers throughout the arc, and that hasn't done anything then there may be wiring issues to be looked at.
I was not speaking about hiring outside people (although it might be worth the cost). I was speaking about Valpo events with university folks, like the jazz band concerts in the union ballrooms or the symphony orchestra concerts in the chapel. We have people on campus who can do sound checks and at least offer suggestions.
When I was much younger, I worked as an assistant to sound people for rock groups that toured venues like the ARC, and our sound checks were always done with an empty facility. When the place was full, everyone heard the sound just fine.
I have also attended concerts at the ARC in which the sound was clear and balanced. It is really not that difficult if the equipment is sufficient.
If the ARC were a movie theater, it would have been out of business 10 years ago, based on recurring sound system problems alone. How many of us would invite a group of friends over to watch a football game on a large screen TV, knowing it has a garbled sound system? And if we did, who would have the audacity to keep inviting the same people over and over without ever having the sound fixed? Anyone remember last year when visiting fans sitting in the higher mezzanine seats complained that they couldn't see the scoreboard because some of our banners were obstructing the view? When's the last time someone tried to remove the stains and blotches that are all over the track, or try to restore the color. Someone may mop it from time to time, I don't know. What I do know is that it makes the ARC look tired and unkempt. Or, how about the times when the outside walks and entry areas freeze over during the game, and you walk outside and no one has salted. These are just a few examples of how attention to detail at the ARC falls woefully short too many times.
Quote from: agibson on October 03, 2011, 12:57:47 PM
Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PM
The video board was up and working at todays Vball game. I was really impressed. Lots of graphics, player videos, etc. Everything you'd expect from a "modern" scoreboard.
I was there for about the middle 60% of the Butler game. Some of the video looked pretty slick (mostly I saw the same five second clip over and over). I'll look forward to seeing the intros sometime.
What I didn't see, but I think was mentioned earlier on this thread, were replays.
Did I just miss them? I was hoping there might be some e.g. during intermissions between sets.
No, you didn't miss them; there weren't any replays during the Butler game. They tried them in the previous game but they're still working out the kinks. I've heard that they've been practicing with the intramural teams that play in the ARC.
Quote from: agibson on October 03, 2011, 12:57:47 PM
Quote from: chairback on October 01, 2011, 07:36:38 PM
The video board was up and working at todays Vball game. I was really impressed. Lots of graphics, player videos, etc. Everything you'd expect from a "modern" scoreboard.
I was there for about the middle 60% of the Butler game. Some of the video looked pretty slick (mostly I saw the same five second clip over and over). I'll look forward to seeing the intros sometime.
What I didn't see, but I think was mentioned earlier on this thread, were replays.
Did I just miss them? I was hoping there might be some e.g. during intermissions between sets.
The replays were Friday night. They weren't instant replays, but rather a montage between games. Most likely testing the waters is my take.
Now that we have the new video boards, I am wondering if there has been a video intro created by marketing for the opening of each game, perhaps something like the Bulls video, though on an obviously more modest scale:
Chicago Bulls Player Intro Animation 2006-Present (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFZRrieLKMo#)
I can see it now! The skyline of downtown Valparaiso followed by a hundred Crusaders on horseback riding through the streets and crashing through the wall at the ARC! Can't wait! ;)
Yes, there definitely is one. They showed it off during the Valpo Basketball/Student Dodgeball tournament last weekend, and it was excellent. There's no fancy animations of a Crusader destroying the opponent's bus like in that Bull's video, but I think you'll all be impressed. :thumbsup:
Quote from: vu72 on October 28, 2011, 11:20:40 AM
I can see it now! The skyline of downtown Valparaiso followed by a hundred Crusaders on horseback riding through the streets and crashing through the wall at the ARC! Can't wait! ;)
lol - especially "the skyline of downtown Valparaiso." I'm trying to picture our 4-story (or is it 3?) Courthouse and our 5-story (or is it 4) 5th Third Bank Building providing the perfect backdrop for Crusader dominance about to be unleashed on our enemy...
The top of the Chapel, union, Christ college the Library and dorms...
i'd love to see it get posted online, since i'll not be able to make any games.
Quote from: vuweathernerd on October 28, 2011, 05:59:31 PM
i'd love to see it get posted online, since i'll not be able to make any games.
Only 975 miles from Minot to Valpo - expressway driving all the way. There must be another reason... ;)
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Quote from: vuweathernerd on October 28, 2011, 05:59:31 PM
i'd love to see it get posted online, since i'll not be able to make any games.
Only 975 miles from Minot to Valpo - expressway driving all the way. There must be another reason... ;)
We also don't leave our houses between Thanksgiving and Easter.
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Quote from: vuweathernerd on October 28, 2011, 05:59:31 PM
i'd love to see it get posted online, since i'll not be able to make any games.
Only 975 miles from Minot to Valpo - expressway driving all the way. There must be another reason... ;)
We also don't leave our houses between Thanksgiving and Easter.
hahahahaha except for work, yes.
How is this for an exclusive "sneak peak?" Happy Basketball season!
2011 Valpo Men's Basketball (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cnHnaLrru0#ws)
Very good, valpomarketingguy: thanks! I look forward to seeing this on the big video boards before the game this evening.
That is really good! Thanks for giving us the sneak peak!!
I was hesitant to post because the experience is so much better watching on the big boards with the music cranked up. You'll see what I mean tonight!
that's awesome! thanks valpomarketingguy for posting it! i really appreciate it, as i'm sure many others do who live too far away to make it regularly.
Very cool. Sure wish the game was on the net or at least radio.
Still, I think twenty crusaders on horseback needs to be part of the show!!! ;)
I really appreciate your postings valpomarketingguy...can't wait to see the new board when we attend our first game this season in a few weeks
Great video! I bet it's great on the big screens.
Quote from: valpomarketingguy on October 29, 2011, 09:56:17 AM
How is this for an exclusive "sneak peak?" Happy Basketball season!
Terrific video! Really well done.
I now see what the request for "Valpo words" was all about!
I liked the indoors-outdoors contrast, and the outdoors color scheme. I definitely like the weight room, and running sprints scenes.
Classy stuff.
(Now, if we could only work on not scheduling opposite soccer games ;) )
Quote from: swiftmutiny on October 28, 2011, 11:27:59 AM
Yes, there definitely is one. They showed it off during the Valpo Basketball/Student Dodgeball tournament last weekend, and it was excellent. There's no fancy animations of a Crusader destroying the opponent's bus like in that Bull's video, but I think you'll all be impressed. :thumbsup:
There is one for the Volleyball games!
Well, the new video boards are cool...but where's the video? Disappointed that the only video I saw were some AWFUL radio station and bank commercials. Anyone have any insight into the lack of video tonight?
Once they got it rolling during starting lineups I really liked it. All the stats in game were cool, my son loved the noise meter (he was blowing his vuvuzela when that came on), the one special effect I didn't care for was the offensive foul...someone is going to have a seizure watching that one!
Excellent addition to the ARC though!
QuoteWell, the new video boards are cool...but where's the video? Disappointed that the only video I saw were some AWFUL radio station and bank commercials. Anyone have any insight into the lack of video tonight?
My guess would be that since there was no video broadcast of tonight's game and the only recording was for team use, that there was no in game video feed to be used on the video boards.
I really like the intro. It was a great idea and a great use of the new video boards. I don't really get why streetball scenes were chosen. I would rather see actually valpo highlights or players in uniform. Just my two cents.
Also, there seemed to be about a 2 possession delay before the individual player stats were updated during the game. Is that how it will always be? Or is it fixable?
Same old sound system. I do enjoy listening to Charlie Brown's parents announcing the game.
The new video board is awesome! The sound system is much improved! Wonderful enhancements - congratulations again to the Athletic Dept.
Quote from: cmack on October 30, 2011, 12:09:50 AM
I really like the intro. It was a great idea and a great use of the new video boards. I don't really get why streetball scenes were chosen. I would rather see actually valpo highlights or players in uniform. Just my two cents.
Also, there seemed to be about a 2 possession delay before the individual player stats were updated during the game. Is that how it will always be? Or is it fixable?
Same old sound system. I do enjoy listening to Charlie Brown's parents announcing the game.
Try watching the video another time or two and pay attention to the words on the screen, especially at the beginning and end. Let me know if the reason for the outdoor court shots is more apparent then.
awesome time at the game last night. scoreboard looks great! loved the fun games and stats updates. Also was happy not to have to keep track of fouls in my head.
Only criticism was the ads that sometimes flashed on right after a score so you had to wait 5 seconds to see the updated score.
The video board is very nice, but is in need of some minor tweaks:
1. Intro is too long - if it isn't changed during the season, it'll become quite boring.
2. too much time delay in updating players on the floor & their stats.
3. Will there ever be replays?
What is the blank area on the left side of the wall scoreboards?
Quote from: valpospartan on October 30, 2011, 04:42:19 PMWhat is the blank area on the left side of the wall scoreboards?
I would assume that those spots would be for future advertising.
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Quote from: cmack on October 30, 2011, 12:09:50 AM
I really like the intro. It was a great idea and a great use of the new video boards. I don't really get why streetball scenes were chosen. I would rather see actually valpo highlights or players in uniform. Just my two cents.
Also, there seemed to be about a 2 possession delay before the individual player stats were updated during the game. Is that how it will always be? Or is it fixable?
Same old sound system. I do enjoy listening to Charlie Brown's parents announcing the game.
Watched it again and still not sure why the street ball scenes are being used....care to fill us in? Also, agree with cmack that the intro is cool but too long...it would be great for it to be about 45 seconds long with more VU game highlights. Still, it is better than no intro.
Had the same question about the delays as well.
Try watching the video another time or two and pay attention to the words on the screen, especially at the beginning and end. Let me know if the reason for the outdoor court shots is more apparent then.
Quote from: swiftmutiny on October 30, 2011, 04:59:52 PM
Quote from: valpospartan on October 30, 2011, 04:42:19 PMWhat is the blank area on the left side of the wall scoreboards?
I would assume that those spots would be for future advertising.
Good point - that sure is an area that hasn't been exploited, yet (have you noticed the ad on the basket standards?)
From my standpoint I think the video intro is amazing and a perfect length. I come from a background of going to Marquette basketball games where they have nearly a three-minute intro before games. Loyola does the same. I think maybe some people soured last night because the video board's power was inexplicably shut off and it took some time to get going. Once the kinks are worked out (exhibition games are for everyone), the intro will be seamless and will fit perfectly.
As for the stats not updating immediately, you have to understand that there is a bit of lag time from the time the play happens to the time to stat view gets refreshed and sends data to scoreboard. Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe that is how it works.
Looks amazing, but my favorite part is new shot clocks and right lights around backboard for buzzer-beaters. Already were useful last night.
i think the names of these should be changed to ad boards. Seriously. Do there need to be so many ads? Do they need to replace the score/stats during play? Seems like a huge increase in intrusive advertising from last year.
Quote from: letsgovu on November 04, 2011, 04:35:00 PM
i think the names of these should be changed to ad boards. Seriously. Do there need to be so many ads? Do they need to replace the score/stats during play? Seems like a huge increase in intrusive advertising from last year.
I'm sure the advertising dollars are helping offset the cost of the video board, might even provide some extra travel dollars for the basketball and volleyball teams to use, if needed. Right now, the people working the board might still be testing the capabilities and how to load up some replay video, and things, so I don't mind a lack of video replay in exhibition season.
I can be as critical as anyone if I see something that seems unacceptable or 2nd rate (see my 947 sound system posts), but I will repeat what I said after the first game - I absolutely LOVE the new video boards. In fact, I was more impressed last night than after game 1. With no snafu's in getting the opening started, I thought it was great. I like the theme - the connection to tradition, great moments from the past, the playground and workout scenes showing preparation, dedication to purpose, etc. I also like the stats being displayed at different times. Fairly early in the first half, I remember thinking that we must already have a boatload of TO's. Next thing I know there it was for the world to see - 8 TO's in the first 7+ minutes. I think it really adds value to the game experience.
Quote from: letsgovu on November 04, 2011, 04:35:00 PM
Seriously. Do there need to be so many ads?
Yeah, I'm not thrilled about this either. It's a natural enough progression, I suppose. NCAA athletic events are pretty ad-full places. But, there is something particularly offensive about it moving, and popping up right where you're looking, etc.
I should note that I'm not a season ticket holder, and I think I read that the system is designed so that those lucky folks in the chairbacks don't see as many ads? I could be wrong.
Also volume of announcer was way up last night possibly to compensate for lack of sound in chairbacks? Not sure.
I agree that the scoreboard operation was improved last night as I'm sure will continue happening. Overall it is a much improved experience. I agree that ads are here to stay and appreciate the funds they bring in (have succumbed to the darn square donuts a time or two on the way home from a game) but I don't think they should detract from the experience.
The square donuts shouldn't tempt you this year -- I've seen no evidence of Family Express advertising this year!
Quote from: humbleopinion on November 04, 2011, 09:34:02 PM
The square donuts shouldn't tempt you this year -- I've seen no evidence of Family Express advertising this year!
Shocking! Is Homer no longer doing ads for them?
I could hear the PA loud and clear, even from section AA.
Score board operation was... a little slow. But, they did get some replays up rather quickly. The video quality for the replays wasn't fantastic (especially compared to the rather nice video clips of the players introducing the clips), but they were fun to see.
Ryan Broekhoff.... flush!
Quote from: agibson on November 20, 2011, 07:15:39 PMThe video quality for the replays wasn't fantastic (especially compared to the rather nice video clips of the players introducing the clips)
I agree. It would be nice if there was some sound for the replays. Even just music would be better than silence.
Question for valpomarketingguy: Is is possible to update the player info, on the video boards, a little faster? A new player comes in and it takes a couple of plays before his name appears. Same thing when a player scores, rebounds or fouls. More realtime updates would be more credible.
Quote from: letsgovu on November 04, 2011, 06:31:28 PM
I should note that I'm not a season ticket holder, and I think I read that the system is designed so that those lucky folks in the chairbacks don't see as many ads? I could be wrong.
Also volume of announcer was way up last night possibly to compensate for lack of sound in chairbacks? Not sure.
I agree that the scoreboard operation was improved last night as I'm sure will continue happening. Overall it is a much improved experience. I agree that ads are here to stay and appreciate the funds they bring in (have succumbed to the darn square donuts a time or two on the way home from a game) but I don't think they should detract from the experience.
overall no. but i have to say, it annoys me when the announcer yells "centier bank three!"
Quote from: DMvalpo18 on November 20, 2011, 11:32:35 PMoverall no. but i have to say, it annoys me when the announcer yells "centier bank three!"
ha! This was on my nerves the first game. After that I guess I kinda grew numb to it...or there just weren't that many 3 pointers, and I think that one game that there was a fill in announcer guy it wasn't said.
I can imagine that at Sundays game, it was quite frequent. Sadly I had to watch that one at home.
All that "centier bank three" stuff means money in the pocket of the athletics department. I am very impressed with the marketing effort overall, particularly with ticket sales efforts. Not being able to be at the ARC, I presume we have a lot more signage from sponsors etc.
Most of this comes with an improved team and more people at games and more listeners on the radio. As things continue to improve I would expect perhaps an added radio station or two and overall improved attendance.
Quote from: vu72 on November 21, 2011, 08:57:16 AM
All that "centier bank three" stuff means money in the pocket of the athletics department.
Lest anyone forgets, the Athletic Dept. will have another $52,000 annual bill to pay, thanks to the newly mandated $2000 annual player "stipend" for men's and women's basketball players. Another day, another entitlement - where is it going to end?
We were at both the Akron and Duquesne games which was our first experience with the new scoreboard and all of the smaller boards...fantastic addition to the ARC...yes as we sit in the chairbacks we see the ads also...my only negaqtive comment is what was mentioned here earlier namely the delay of the info being posted on the big board...it's something that I think should be corrected as another bucket or whatever can happen before the original score/update/etc is displayed...very confusing...if I remember correctly the "end" boards are posted before the big board updates for example on posting the fouls for the player. Overall the new board is terrific!! Congrats to the A.D. and Marketing gang! Now lets get more concession stands and restrooms.
Well, it's not necessarily the case with mid-majors, but just think of how much money larger schools make off of athletes. Yes, we get paid a certain cost of attendance, but the money involved at some of these schools is just ridiculous. This is also the case with basketball and football coach salaries. They can be making millions of dollars to manage/recruit these kids, and dismiss the athlete for a bad season if they wanted.
Considering the video game argument alone that former athletes have made, they have not given permission for their schools to market their appearance in such a manner. This is at least what I remember from any paperwork I signed, is that we did not give our consent to such things.
On topic, the more advertisements the better! With more money comes more amenities, so I can stand any annoying announcements to get these sort of things.
Quote from: valpospartan on November 20, 2011, 10:51:41 PM
Question for valpomarketingguy: Is is possible to update the player info, on the video boards, a little faster? A new player comes in and it takes a couple of plays before his name appears. Same thing when a player scores, rebounds or fouls. More realtime updates would be more credible.
Unfortunately, it is my understanding that this is the only option we have right now. I know it is a bit frustrating to have to wait for it to update, but it is far better than what we had 12 months ago! I will continue to try and improve the fan experience using the board, so please continue to send suggestions and comments my way.
Is the video before introductions going to be shown every game? My dad has been to two games (Akron and Duquesne) and made a comment that he'd wouldn't mind seeing it go away or cut down. I like it ok, really think it will be great when the house is really packed, but wouldn't mind seeing it shortened a bit as well.
I'm just being picky, love the upgrades :thumbsup:
Quote from: sectionee on November 21, 2011, 03:46:03 PM
Is the video before introductions going to be shown every game? My dad has been to two games (Akron and Duquesne) and made a comment that he'd wouldn't mind seeing it go away or cut down. I like it ok, really think it will be great when the house is really packed, but wouldn't mind seeing it shortened a bit as well.
I'm just being picky, love the upgrades :thumbsup:
Did the stampeding Bulls start taking a shortcut on their simulated trip to the United Center after people had seen it a thousand times? Of course not. It does seem a little lengthy when there is a sparse crowd like yesterday, but I think it's great with a larger crowd and better atmosphere. In any event, we certainly don't want to change it before condescending, bandwagon Butler fans get an opportunity to criticize it on Feb. 24th - that is if there are any left by then. ;)
Lol fair enough!
is there any chance of getting a digital display on the front of the scorer's table, like so many other schools have? i was watching the 24 hour basketball marathon on espn last week, and i think it was college of charleston that had one, and that honestly kind of surprised me. i know they're a program on the up and up, but to this point that's almost always been a perk not really seen outside of the bcs conference programs.
Quote from: vuweathernerd on November 21, 2011, 07:00:28 PM
is there any chance of getting a digital display on the front of the scorer's table, like so many other schools have? i was watching the 24 hour basketball marathon on espn last week, and i think it was college of charleston that had one, and that honestly kind of surprised me. i know they're a program on the up and up, but to this point that's almost always been a perk not really seen outside of the bcs conference programs.
I'm pretty sure CofC just built a brand new arena, which is probably why they have such fancy signs.
Quote from: wh on November 21, 2011, 10:38:52 AM
Quote from: vu72 on November 21, 2011, 08:57:16 AM
All that "centier bank three" stuff means money in the pocket of the athletics department.
Lest anyone forgets, the Athletic Dept. will have another $52,000 annual bill to pay, thanks to the newly mandated $2000 annual player "stipend" for men's and women's basketball players. Another day, another entitlement - where is it going to end?
Honestly, $52,000 is not that much when you think of some of the other expenses the mens basketball team incures. Think what a flight to Tucson costs for a whole team of players, coaches and traveling party. Bus trips to Milwaukee, Green Bay, Youngstown, Dayton, Cleveland (in a snow storm), Detroit and Indianapolis are not real cheap for a whole team.
I have to say again. I am still just not into the guys playing basketball outside during the pregame video. I do like the idea of the video and all that. And I have read the words to see if I got the connection, but honestly I still don't get it. If you want to talk about tradition and building a program, how bout some true classic clips.....Redmon, Gipson, Barton, Viskovic, Grafs. The practice jerseys just don't really show the experience I have had over the last 15 years of closely following the program.
That being said I am still a fan of the video and I am even fine with the length of it.
Is it possible to create another video or two to change it up? I too agree that it could use more history.
Quote from: okinawatyphoon on November 21, 2011, 09:58:09 PM
Is it possible to create another video or two to change it up? I too agree that it could use more history.
I also agree it could use more historical footage of previous Valpo men's basketball teams. More from the Sweet Sixteen team and shots of the different Mid-Con championships and NCAA appearances, although I realize that many of the NCAA games were not happy experiences, they do count as historical moments for the men's basketball team.
Quote from: valpofan56 on November 21, 2011, 07:55:21 PM
Quote from: vuweathernerd on November 21, 2011, 07:00:28 PM
is there any chance of getting a digital display on the front of the scorer's table, like so many other schools have? i was watching the 24 hour basketball marathon on espn last week, and i think it was college of charleston that had one, and that honestly kind of surprised me. i know they're a program on the up and up, but to this point that's almost always been a perk not really seen outside of the bcs conference programs.
I'm pretty sure CofC just built a brand new arena, which is probably why they have such fancy signs.
it opened in 2008, according to wikipedia. so that would make some sense. but i'd be curious to see pictures from that season to see if it was in fact installed originally or has been a recent upgrade. either way, it appears to be a very nice building, with a seating capacity about the same as the arc.
I would imagine that any changes to the video would not be enacted until next year due to various factors. Good pointers though for next year I am sure!
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Quote from: okinawatyphoon on November 21, 2011, 09:58:09 PM
Is it possible to create another video or two to change it up? I too agree that it could use more history.
I also agree it could use more historical footage of previous Valpo men's basketball teams. More from the Sweet Sixteen team and shots of the different Mid-Con championships and NCAA appearances, although I realize that many of the NCAA games were not happy experiences, they do count as historical moments for the men's basketball team.
Speaking of historical footage, where online can I find more from the 1988 Notre Dame-Valpo game? I saw a few seconds of it in the intro and cannot find any more video from it online. Someone used to have the final 10 minutes of the broadcast on youtube, but it got taken down a while ago due to copyright claims...
Agree with everyone here....the video is okay, but could be so much better. Still waiting for someone to connect the words to the street ball for us....just don't see the connection.
Quote from: KL31NY on November 22, 2011, 12:47:05 PM
Is it possible to create another video or two to change it up? I too agree that it could use more history.
I've got the whole game on DVD. PM if you want to try to make a copy.
Quote from: KL31NY on November 22, 2011, 12:47:05 PM
Quote from: bbtds on November 22, 2011, 06:08:57 AM
Quote from: okinawatyphoon on November 21, 2011, 09:58:09 PM
Is it possible to create another video or two to change it up? I too agree that it could use more history.
I also agree it could use more historical footage of previous Valpo men's basketball teams. More from the Sweet Sixteen team and shots of the different Mid-Con championships and NCAA appearances, although I realize that many of the NCAA games were not happy experiences, they do count as historical moments for the men's basketball team.
Speaking of historical footage, where online can I find more from the 1988 Notre Dame-Valpo game? I saw a few seconds of it in the intro and cannot find any more video from it online. Someone used to have the final 10 minutes of the broadcast on youtube, but it got taken down a while ago due to copyright claims...
I have the game on VHS.