Behind the iconic Wrigley Field scoreboard

Behind the iconic Wrigley Field scoreboard

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Interactive Video

Physical Ed, Architecture

11th Grade - University

Hard

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Daryl Wilson, a scoreboard operator at Wrigley Field since 1987, shares insights into the historic ballpark and the operations of its iconic scoreboard. He describes the challenges and chaos of updating scores during games, the unique view from the scoreboard, and the pride in maintaining a piece of baseball history. The scoreboard's authenticity and connection to the past make it special to fans, preserving the original feel of how baseball began.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Daryl Wilson?

A baseball player for the Chicago Cubs

A fan of the Chicago Cubs

A scoreboard operator at Wrigley Field

A groundskeeper at Wrigley Field

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the scoreboard at Wrigley Field?

It is operated by a single person

It is the largest scoreboard in the world

It has remained unchanged since 1938

It is digital and modern

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the challenges faced by scoreboard operators during a game?

Finding enough space to sit

Keeping track of multiple games simultaneously

Dealing with frequent power outages

Communicating with the players on the field

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the material of the scoreboard plates?

Wood

Plastic

Heavy steel

Lighter, thin metal

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do fans find the Wrigley Field scoreboard special?

It is the most technologically advanced

It offers a digital display

It maintains the old-time ballpark charm

It is the tallest scoreboard in the league