Match media at Villa Park

[DeKuip]

I might get shot down in flames for this but, anyway, here goes:  I'd simply love to see the old-style wooden scoreboards come back.  The ones where a letter on the board would represent the scoreline from another match.  If we go on to redevelop the North Stand in a traditional "Villa way" then I think bringing these back would go a long way in adding to the uniqueness of the ground.  In fact it would totally make Villa Park stand out as place that champions the old ways of football.

I appreciate this is the twenty-first century, though, and the screens are a source of income and entertainment. 

With a little ingenuity maybe we could have both?  Maybe even get some graphic designers to knock up an old-fashioned scoreboard display that can be broadcast up on the big screens?  The genuine article would be preferable, though, for me(!)

I love the idea of a retro scoreboard - but hang on, doesn't that mean I'd have to pay £3 to find out which game's which?

[Phil from the upper holte]

Thanks for your thoughts so far.
- Removal of the large video screen was incorporated into one of the Club's most recent renovation projects conducted on the North Stand's R-Block this past off-season.  It was undertaken as part of ongoing efforts to improve certain aspects of Grounds.  At the present time, there are no immediate plans for its replacement; however, to help with the  communication of pre-match video and player-specific information during the match, we are experimenting with various video content formats that can convey this type of information from the new (video system) located above the Cornerflag.  We will endeavor to continually address the concerns expressed and hopefully develop a solution that meets with everyone’s approval.

I still don't understand the explanation? is it just me?

[Simba]

Well Mr. Match Media. This was your idea.

What d'yer think of it so far?

[The Left Side]

Another good piece of PR from the Villa, keep it up!

[olaftab]

Restore big screen at the Noth Stand. Show the match rather than stats and teams.
Screens outside show SSN or the  if there live  match on show that.

[TimTheVillain]

Restore big screen at the Noth Stand. Show the match rather than stats and teams.
Screens outside show SSN or the  if there live  match on show that.

The club seems adamant that the screen is NOT being put back until the North Stand re-development takes place.

[Olneythelonely]

One thing, can you please not play the Black Eyed Peas as a way of getting everyone up for the game? It's shit and embarrassing. What happened to the Arcade Fire song?

[pauliewalnuts]

And if you're going to play the Pidgeon Detectives, just once will do (if it has to be at all)

[The Situation]

1. Play Bob Marley before the game, I don't know how anyone could object to that...

2. I'm not really bothered about the North Stand screen myself seeing as I sit in the North Stand, but what I don't understand is why is it such a big deal/strain to put the screen back in place? Oviously it's quite a big deal for people in the Holte End and many have made there say about it.

3. Can we have a Jumbo Tron? Problem would be solved then...

[match.media@avfc]

Thanks for your comments and suggestions so far.

After the feedback received we will be making a few changes from the Blackpool game onwards, including:
- The announcement of results of local teams in lower divisions 
- More detailed half time information, including scorers
- Earlier team information whenever possible
- Live score updates from other games during the match
- Live game on concourses whenever possible
- More replays on screen. We will endeavor to show as many as possible, although we cannot show any contentious decisions.

There are a few suggestions that we unfortunately cannot implement:
- Shutters in Ramsay's bar cannot be left open due to the Licensing Act of 2003 that governs the drinking in view of the pitch
- Continuation of clock after 90 minutes

Removal of the large video screen was incorporated into one of the club's most recent renovation projects conducted on the North Stand's R-Block this past off-season.  It was undertaken as part of ongoing efforts to improve certain aspects of Grounds.  At the present time, there are no immediate plans for its replacement; however, to help with the communication of pre-match video and player-specific information during the match, we are experimenting with various video content formats that can convey this type of information from the new video system located above the Cornerflag.  We will endeavor to continually address the concerns expressed and hopefully develop a solution that meets with everyone’s approval.

We are aware of some distortions during message transmission in certain areas of the stadium. As the system was installed some years ago, repair of its existing components is not readily feasible. As mentioned previously, we have commissioned several sound engineers to develop an overall program to correct the system - and whilst we have received their recommendations, a comprehensive solution is rather involved due to several logistical aspects of a new/retrofit system installation. 
As such, a firm plan for any requisite work has not yet been programmed.  In the interim, we are exploring options to manually adjust the sound levels in certain sections - with the goal to address as soon as practicable

We are also looking into the possibility of implementing some of the other suggestions in the near future.

Thanks again for your feedback and suggestions

[villajk]

match.media@avfc,  Thank you for YOUR feedback.  Much appreciated.

[VillaZogmariner]

The updates of scores during the match is a good touch I think.

[Simba]

Well done "Match Media".

[The Situation]

Thank you for the feedback and help matchmedia, the improvements will be good I'm sure!

One question I'd like to ask... why is there no continuation of clock after 90 minutes? Wouldn't fans want to be aware of how much injury there is left to play? I've never understood why the clock doesn't keep going after 90 minutes.

[Bosco81]

Thank you for the feedback and help matchmedia, the improvements will be good I'm sure!

One question I'd like to ask... why is there no continuation of clock after 90 minutes? Wouldn't fans want to be aware of how much injury there is left to play? I've never understood why the clock doesn't keep going after 90 minutes.

I think it's because when they display 4 minutes, it might actually be 4 minutes and 30 seconds, and also you can still have added time in injury time so it's more of a guideline.