Outdoor scoreboards are always seen at open air sporting venues. Its as Forrest Gump says, “They go together like peas and carrots.” Somewhere along the line, a chef will come along and test the idea of peas and carrots by adding in some zest and seasoning; in technology, its making better shiny toys to replace the previous generation of gadgets. Electronic LED display signs have been the biggest example of this in recent scoreboard development, giving teams the ability to display advertisements for money and promote the team to the home crowd. LED message boards can be seen everywhere from storefronts, movie theaters, to sporting venues. The versatility of the devices allows for greater information display and in an area where space is a luxury that cannot be wasted, the ability for any device to go the extra mile and save space while also performing the desired function is treasured and highly sought after.

Depending on the venue and level of play, certain outdoor scoreboards are more appropriate than others. LED message boards and electronic LED display boards that show video may not be the most appropriate tools for all but the most successful of high school athletic programs. Scoreboards such as electronic football scoreboard Model 3840 are the upper tier of what is to be expected at the high school level. Boards like these are rugged in design and capable of withstanding harsh weather conditions. The ability for remote control in outdoor scoreboards from Electro-Mech are standard features. These signs provide functionality without a lot of extra flair, and due to the size difference in stadiums and total attendance from fans, there isn’t a lot of use for the higher end technology that is normally attractive to potential advertisers and businesses. Signs and boards are generally used at this level of play for advertising by sponsors.

As we progress into the collegiate and professional level of play, the use of LED message boards becomes a greater interest. College football programs have potentially the greatest attraction for businesses and advertisers due to how many people can fit into a venue (with most far exceeding what professional stadiums can hold) and the target audience is generally those with money and young enough to be flexible in their ambitions and wants. Electronic LED display signs can greatly increase the effect of a message sent to these potential consumers and increase the chance of gathering business. They also are of great use to the high profile teams and sponsors of those teams to promote local community involvement as well as hype up a crowd leading into the game. During a game, the electronic LED displays can also influence the crowd, getting many to cheer with on cue with the theme of the moment, such as amping up the defense or causing confusion for an opposing offense trying to call plays or make the count.

LED scoreboards have become the standard for sports also with their longevity and reliability, and tied into everything they offer for businesses and financial marketing, they are definitely an investment worth making.