Last month, Auburn once again partnered with Daktronics to provide an enhanced experience while watching the softball team dominate at Jane B. Moore Field.
A new scoreboard has been installed that will change the way students keep up with the game, including a spilt-screen feature to provide quick stats on each player, sponsor information and other graphics.
"We are thrilled to enhance our softball experience for our student-athletes and fans," said Jeff Steele, associate athletic director of Facility and Operations.
The new addition stands 23 feet high and 29 feet wide with a 15 HD pixel layout for a clear, concise game play images. According to Glen Marts, Daktronics sales representative, the new screen is fully video is replacing the digit scoring display of the former scoreboard installed in 2008.
"This upgrade, including the new audio system, will certainly enhance the game-day experience for players and fans alike," Marts said.
In addition to the new video upgrades, a surround-sound audio system was installed to enhance sound production and clear speech that reaches all areas of the stadium.
Head softball coach Clint Myers said he is excited to welcome the new board to Moore Field.
"It is phenomenal," Myers said. "The size, the color, it is something that Auburn has never had, in fact, most women's sports can never have. We are fortunate and gifted to have such a board."
Myers said he has many plans for the board, including more fan interaction by using a handheld camera that travels between innings.
"You never know ... you could be on the video-tron," Myers said.
Although the board has a strong brightness setting and multiple features, Myers said he does not think it will distract his players.
"We've had night practices and that was one of the things we were real concerned with," Myers said. "If we have a crazy board operator, it could (be distracting), but, right now, the catchers throwing to the outfield haven't had any problems at all."
Outside of softball games, Myers plans on putting the massive video board to use, including movie nights over the summer.
"We'll supply the movie and the popcorn, all you have to do is bring your kids and a blanket and, you know, lay on the grass and watch a movie." Myers said.
Myers said he believes this new scoreboard will bring positive attention to Auburn and set an example of how advanced college team facilities should be.
"We want people across the country to say, 'Hey, listen, I wanna do it like Auburn,'" Myers said.
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