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Title: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: JVysu2000 on May 14, 2015, 12:00:17 PM
Crews are taking down the old scoreboard to make room for a new video board at the Ice Castle


Check out @YSU_Robb's Tweet: https://twitter.com/YSU_Robb/status/598871008867688448?s=09
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysufan0505 on May 14, 2015, 01:07:39 PM
YES! Thank you lord. Time to upgrade from 1999.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: go guins on May 14, 2015, 02:58:31 PM
YES! Thank you lord. Time to upgrade from 1999.

Amen to that!  Many high schools have better that the one we are "losing". 
Anybody know who is paying?
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: penguinpower on May 14, 2015, 03:41:00 PM
Pepsi? ;D
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: Spiderlegs on May 14, 2015, 08:30:53 PM
We don't have money for faculty and staff salaries, but we have money to fix scoreboards and stadium lights. YSU has lost track of its priorities.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: guinpen on May 14, 2015, 09:32:35 PM
We don't have money for faculty and staff salaries, but we have money to fix scoreboards and stadium lights. YSU has lost track of its priorities.

Do we know where the money is coming from yet?
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ValleyTalk on May 14, 2015, 09:42:18 PM
We don't have money for faculty and staff salaries, but we have money to fix scoreboards and stadium lights. YSU has lost track of its priorities.

Do we know where the money is coming from yet?
Typical response you'd see from the uninformed to stir the pot... I'm referring to spider btw.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: Wick250 on May 14, 2015, 10:45:59 PM
The money for the construction of new athletic facilities (the Watts, the track, the soccer and softball fields) or for improvements in the existing structures (stadium and gym) never comes from the general fund.  It comes from private donations (ex. Watson and Tressel families or Farmers National Bank) or from the proceeds from the football money game.  As penguinpower suggested,  perhaps this is a benefit from the conversion to Pepsi.  That move made no sense without a big cash payout.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: Spiderlegs on May 14, 2015, 11:01:38 PM
I am told from within the university that the lights are being funded by the YSU Foundation.  I sure hope my source is wrong, but if my source is, I know that lots of other people have been told the same thing. Either way, the Foundation may have some serious damage control to do, either to correct a rumor that is now widely spread or to explain why it is funding this project given some of the other needs of the university.
 
A new scoreboard is a luxury. If the scoreboard turns out to be Pepsi money, I'd be fine with that. If it is coming from internal funds or the Foundation, no, I am not fine with that at all. I have mixed feelings about the money coming from donations--Tressel and company need to be raising money for the academic side right now, though engineering just got a $2.5 million gift so they obviously are, thus I won't make a big deal about someone wanting to fund stadium lights.
 
Be careful with the ad hominem remarks.


Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: go guins on May 15, 2015, 08:39:54 AM
Spiderlegs
Apparently the University has to clear everything with you?  It is my understanding that the Youngstown State University Foundation is an independent, autonomous, private, non-profit corporation.  If you are a contributor, and their contributions don't make sense to you, then my suggestion is to contribute so something that does meet your goals.   Otherwise, I would suggest their actions are appropriate.
It is VERY clear, as has been demonstrated over time at YSU and literally hundreds of universities across the country, that football is a key focus point, rallying point, and point of pride.  Investing money (Pepsi or whoever’s) in football facilities helps to improve the overall experience of the program.   That improved experience helps with growth and pride at the school and in the community and contributes to overall growth and development of the university.  Enrollment has been slipping.  What better way to raise the profile and interest in YSU than to return the football program to prominence?   
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: IAA Fan on May 15, 2015, 10:49:35 AM
We don't have money for faculty and staff salaries, but we have money to fix scoreboards and stadium lights. YSU has lost track of its priorities.

Whom ever you see advertising on the board in August, will be who is paying for it.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: go guins on May 15, 2015, 11:04:08 AM
We don't have money for faculty and staff salaries, but we have money to fix scoreboards and stadium lights. YSU has lost track of its priorities.

Whom ever you see advertising on the board in August, will be who is paying for it.

1AA, just curious, but come fall there is this great new video board with a Pepsi logo all over it, are you going to "update" your tag line at the bottom of each posting?  Just asking!
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysufan0505 on May 15, 2015, 11:47:25 AM
Even the small scoreboard is getting updated!


https://mobile.twitter.com/YoungstownStFB/status/599229602356187136
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: IAA Fan on May 15, 2015, 02:01:17 PM
We don't have money for faculty and staff salaries, but we have money to fix scoreboards and stadium lights. YSU has lost track of its priorities.

Whom ever you see advertising on the board in August, will be who is paying for it.

1AA, just curious, but come fall there is this great new video board with a Pepsi logo all over it, are you going to "update" your tag line at the bottom of each posting?  Just asking!


No, I want my Coke back. If Pepsi decides to release a version using real cane sugar ...I may rethink my position. :)
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ValleyTalk on May 15, 2015, 05:55:13 PM
Here you go spider...

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Penguin fans will notice a big difference in the end zone when attending home games at Stambaugh Stadium this coming football season.

Workers were at Beede Field this week dismantling the existing 17 by 12.5 foot DiamondVision display installed in 2004.

It will be replaced by a new, larger videoboard that will cost between $350,000 and $400,000.

Assistant Director of Athletic Marketing & Promotions, Robb Schmidt says no public funds are being used for the new videoboard.

According to Schmidt, funding for the project is coming from Pepsi as part of its 10- year “pouring” rights contract with Youngstown State.

YSU has previously funded other scoreboard projects in the same way.

YSU has supplied 21 News with a rendering of what the new videoboard is expected look like when fans return for the first home game on September 12.

(http://i.imgur.com/YSwFXuxh.jpg)
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysufan0505 on May 15, 2015, 06:14:56 PM
So many advertisements jeez lol. At least the screen is bigger. Wonder how different the smaller scoreboard is gonna look?
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysuhoops24 on May 15, 2015, 06:48:06 PM
agree, curious about the smaller board. 
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: guinpen on May 15, 2015, 07:34:38 PM

No, I want my Coke back. If Pepsi decides to release a version using real cane sugar ...I may rethink my position. :)

OMG you may switch teams. Next thing you know a team from Cleveland will win something
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: IAA Fan on May 15, 2015, 10:04:51 PM
has to be cane sugar ...not beet sugar like it is now.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: Penguin Nation on May 17, 2015, 08:16:18 AM
http://www.vindy.com/news/2015/may/17/installation-under-way-for-ysus-pepsi-sc/
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: OleYSUfan on May 17, 2015, 02:03:58 PM
Thanks Pepsi for the new $350,000 -400,000 scoreboard!!! This is a welcomed video system to replace our small antiquated current system.

The fans will indeed enjoy the new venue for instant replays and etc. A wonderful addition to our stadium without causing any burden to our football budget. The new lighting system will also be a noticeable improvement.

Now we need more fans for our home games.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysuseasonticket on May 17, 2015, 04:29:14 PM
The speaker system needs an upgrade, it's horrible, it sounds like an echo chamber.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysufan0505 on May 17, 2015, 10:15:28 PM
The speaker system needs an upgrade, it's horrible, it sounds like an echo chamber.

It sounds like an echo because the stands are usually empty ;)
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ELPENGUIN on May 18, 2015, 07:16:00 AM
0505 the question is how many home games did you attend last season?  Are you a real YSU fan or just a bug who comes out of the woodwork when the team wins?
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: Penguin Nation on May 18, 2015, 08:44:09 AM
05, you are hereby assessed two demerits for violating the cheerleading only rule.😜
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysufan0505 on May 18, 2015, 10:08:08 AM
0505 the question is how many home games did you attend last season?  Are you a real YSU fan or just a bug who comes out of the woodwork when the team wins?

Every single home game when I'm not working thank you very much. Just stating the obvious.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysufan0505 on May 18, 2015, 10:14:10 AM
Nice article by Scalzo. Now they need the east side press box upgraded.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: go guins on May 18, 2015, 10:55:51 AM
Nice article by Scalzo. Now they need the east side press box upgraded.

That "facility" they use for TV broadcasts is a joke.  There are dozens of D-5 high school programs that put that to shame!  They are doing a LOT of good stuff for this season, and I don't want to get greedy, but when telecast viewership goes up and they can sell the broadcast rights, perhaps that initial money could go to Eastside press box upgrades? 
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysufan0505 on May 18, 2015, 11:33:44 AM
Nice article by Scalzo. Now they need the east side press box upgraded.

That "facility" they use for TV broadcasts is a joke.  There are dozens of D-5 high school programs that put that to shame!  They are doing a LOT of good stuff for this season, and I don't want to get greedy, but when telecast viewership goes up and they can sell the broadcast rights, perhaps that initial money could go to Eastside press box upgrades?

Possibly. How about some cameras on the east side? I mean it really is a high school setup like you said. Watching some of camera angles on the TV broadcast make me think I'm watching Chaney vs East.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysuguins4 on May 18, 2015, 12:12:21 PM
Sure hope they use it to show some replays.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: go guins on May 18, 2015, 12:21:14 PM
Nice article by Scalzo. Now they need the east side press box upgraded.

That "facility" they use for TV broadcasts is a joke.  There are dozens of D-5 high school programs that put that to shame!  They are doing a LOT of good stuff for this season, and I don't want to get greedy, but when telecast viewership goes up and they can sell the broadcast rights, perhaps that initial money could go to Eastside press box upgrades?

Possibly. How about some cameras on the east side? I mean it really is a high school setup like you said. Watching some of camera angles on the TV broadcast make me think I'm watching Chaney vs East.

I think you mean "how about some cameras on the West side", don't you?  The sun glare from the Eastside stands makes day game replay's almost unwatchable.  Do they broadcast from the East only to get the West stands and YSU bench in the background?  If so, that decision should be re-evaluated.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: penguinpower on May 18, 2015, 12:44:35 PM
Nice article by Scalzo. Now they need the east side press box upgraded.

That "facility" they use for TV broadcasts is a joke.  There are dozens of D-5 high school programs that put that to shame!  They are doing a LOT of good stuff for this season, and I don't want to get greedy, but when telecast viewership goes up and they can sell the broadcast rights, perhaps that initial money could go to Eastside press box upgrades?

Possibly. How about some cameras on the east side? I mean it really is a high school setup like you said. Watching some of camera angles on the TV broadcast make me think I'm watching Chaney vs East.


How  about some HD Cameras?  The feed is horrible.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: go guins on May 18, 2015, 02:00:33 PM
"The feed is horrible."

Hey PenguinPower, my memory must be going in my old age, as I remember is as much worse that that!!
They do their local news in HD, so the can do HD.  I bet the glare shooting West into the sun is most of their problem.  If somebody has any info. I'd love to be enlighted.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: IAA Fan on May 18, 2015, 03:58:54 PM
There is not a whole lot that you can do about the glare, other than sell many more tickets so we can expand. From what I can see each week, is actually the stadium lights, MUCH more than the sun. Our cameras are either on the ground level or up top. The ground offers some great shots, but if you tilt up, you get the lights over top of the visitors side.

Larger broadcasters use cameras that move up and down ...they also can truck left and right to up and down the field; or they have the monies for more than 1 over-the-middle. I think our broadcasts are pretty darn good. Then again, I have seen just about every team in our conference and others. Once you get over to the NY/NJ area, they definitely have better equipment, but it is clear they lack the skills to use it. Take a look at a CAA game sometime ...you will be very happy with our overall coverage. Our guys are seasoned ...mot of the larger market I-AA teams get the area's "bottom-feeders" in terms of direction and announcing.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ValleyTalk on May 18, 2015, 05:25:30 PM
The games are in HD a locally. I've recorded enough to know they are 100% in high definition. Why the non-ESPN3 streams aren't, I do not know.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysuseasonticket on May 18, 2015, 06:57:10 PM
Nice article by Scalzo. Now they need the east side press box upgraded.

I read awhile back that the east side press box upgrade was part of the new stadium light package for better broadcasting.

I guess it's not really a press box but a camera and broadcasting booth. The way I took it, they were going to replace the two small ones with one big one.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: IAA Fan on May 18, 2015, 08:53:24 PM
I still fondly remember the JMU play-off game. The two ESPN announcers, calling the game, were in that little booth, while the other ESPN guys were over getting served "a plethora of great food and drinks by the lovely ladies of YSU". They went on about our facilities and how well we treated them. I think the one said he was afraid to turn on the space heater for fear it would burn down the booth...lol.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ValleyTalk on May 30, 2015, 11:18:59 PM
Boardman is also putting in a videoboard 35 feet wide:
http://www.vindy.com/news/2015/may/29/groundbreaking-boardmans-new-stadium-1-saturday/?nw
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: mvfc penguin on June 16, 2015, 04:34:21 PM
Remember when I first stated that these upgrades were coming and EVERYBODY said I was crazy...???
Well looks like some people have the inside scoop and others don't
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysuguins4 on June 17, 2015, 11:57:40 AM
Remember when I first stated that these upgrades were coming and EVERYBODY said I was crazy...???
Well looks like some people have the inside scoop and others don't

What's the inside scoop on when YSU is joining the MAC?
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ELPENGUIN on June 17, 2015, 09:27:53 PM
Valley Talk: What is the inside scoop when YSU joins 1A.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ValleyTalk on June 17, 2015, 09:35:46 PM
Valley Talk: What is the inside scoop when YSU joins 1A.
Let's see how the power five conferences change the landscape up above us, as it will ripple down in due time.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysufan0505 on August 28, 2015, 05:41:43 PM
Videoboard is all finished and looks really good, along with the new lighting. Impressive.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: IAA Fan on August 29, 2015, 12:15:39 AM
I was at practice today and have pictures of the board. It is all screen. Will get one up shortly.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: IAA Fan on September 02, 2015, 12:56:44 PM


(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/6Kl6xXbeFWurLoqV0intydwtLrGCofJcLWLzMDLvAyWy=w852-h640-no)


Here it is. Sorry to take so long.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: The YO Show on September 02, 2015, 01:25:25 PM
Hope its not that grainy in real life lol.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: ysubigred on September 02, 2015, 01:43:23 PM
Ummm... I have not been to the Ice Castle for about 2 years but,,, That looks just like the old one.  :-\
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: go guins on September 02, 2015, 02:07:46 PM
Ads look familiar, but doesn't look anything like the old one.  Hope we don't play many 4:00 games because in the direct sunlight it will be just about 100% useless.  Videos will be better, scoreboard worse. Oh well, I can keep track of who's ahead in my head, and that's what really matters! 
Beat PITT!!
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: IAA Fan on September 02, 2015, 02:30:55 PM
They were testing while I was there. Everything looked good. Yes, it is an all video board. the game clock and time are at the bottom, while the play clock is off the side. That photo was taken Saturday prior to the scrimmage ...so probably around 1p.

They were hooking it up to the audio while I was there ...not going to start any rumors, but everything looked and sounded good.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: YSUFB93 on September 02, 2015, 03:31:34 PM
considering how cheap it was that actually looks nice, dont see what everyone is b****ing about
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: JP21 on September 02, 2015, 03:36:02 PM
Yah, that is light years ahead of what we had.  You can't tell from looking at a picture of how clear the board will actually be. 
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: mvfc penguin on September 02, 2015, 06:10:52 PM
The reason the board looks grainy is because the kicking net was up and that causes a grainy effect to appear.
As for the sunlight hitting the board making it tough to see... That's going to happen no matter what kind of video board we put up there just because of the positioning, that is something that sports teams always have trouble with.
In case anybody forgot, they also updated the South Endzone scoreboard... With the new videoboard, they are also able to put the score right on the screen (that's what new technology does for you, it simplifies everything). You can put rosters up there while showing the game, while also having the traditional box score. It's very simple and the new video board looks great!
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: The YO Show on September 02, 2015, 06:20:58 PM
I was mostly kidding with my comment. I am very excited for the new board.
Title: Re: New Video board for Stambaugh
Post by: go guins on September 03, 2015, 09:24:19 AM
Looks better, but not great.  Not big enough!!  Plus it points toward the setting sun.  I'm concerned that for most fans it will be really hard to see in the late afternoon, which would all of 4:00 games and the first half of 7:00 games.  We'll get to see it in about 9 days!  Beat PITT!