Using Announcer Scripts
The Announcer Script feature generates formatted score sheets that announcers can use to read scores aloud during awards ceremonies. Choose between a script format for reading or a grid format for quick reference.
Accessing Announcer Scripts
- Navigate to your organization
- Select the event from your event list
- Click the competition name
- Select Score Release from the competition menu
- Click Announcer Script in the left sidebar
Script Formats
For each division and round, you can generate two types of announcer sheets:
View as Script
The script format presents scores in a readable, narrative style designed for announcers to read aloud during awards ceremonies. This format typically includes:
- Group names in announcement order
- Placement information
- Total scores
- Formatted text suitable for reading
Best for: Live awards ceremonies where scores are announced verbally.
View as Grid
The grid format displays scores in a compact table layout for quick reference. This format shows:
- All groups in a tabular view
- Score breakdowns by category
- Easy visual comparison between groups
Best for: Quick reference during scoring review, tabulation staff, or situations where the full narrative isn't needed.
Generating Announcer Sheets
- Navigate to the Announcer Script page
- Locate the division you want to generate a script for
- If the division has multiple rounds, select the specific round
- Click either View as Script or View as Grid
- The script opens in a new browser tab for printing or display
Working with Multiple Rounds
If your competition has divisions with multiple rounds (such as Prelims and Finals):
- Each round appears as a separate row under the division name
- You can generate scripts for each round independently
- This allows you to announce preliminary results before finals scores are available
Printing Announcer Scripts
Once you've opened the script or grid view:
- Press Ctrl+P (Windows) or Cmd+P (Mac) to open the print dialog
- Review the print preview
- Select your printer or "Save as PDF"
- Click Print
Tip: Print a few copies of the script - one for the primary announcer and backups for tabulation staff.
Prerequisites
The Announcer Script feature requires:
- An activated event - Training events and events without payment do not support announcer scripts
- Groups assigned - At least one group must be added to the competition
If no groups are assigned, you'll see the message: "There are no groups assigned to this competition. You'll need to add some groups before you can release scores."
Bronze Level Events
Bronze level events (Solo & Ensemble) do not display the Announcer Script option in the left sidebar. This feature is available on Silver and Gold tier events.
Best Practices
- Print in advance - Generate and print scripts before the awards ceremony
- Verify scores first - Ensure all scores are locked and verified before generating the final script
- Use grid for backup - Print both script and grid versions so announcers have a quick reference
- Coordinate timing - Decide when to print the final script based on when the last scores are entered