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05-Apr:
Virtual Spectator(TM) Announces VS ScoreVision(TM)
Global sports innovator, Virtual Spectator(TM) today announced the launch
of its newest innovation to bring the excitement and experience of the
Virtual Spectator(TM) Bermuda Masters to squash fans worldwide.
Virtual Spectator(TM)’s latest development, VS ScoreVision(TM), uses award
winning interactive technology that combines real-time scores,
player statistics, an updated tournament draw and video updates
with unparalleled expert commentary provided by none other than the “Voice
of Squash”, Mr. Robert Edwards.
This collaboration highlights the blending of the expanding role
technology plays in sports and the expertise only true veterans can
provide, ultimately giving squash fans the best of both worlds.
Squash statistic enthusiasts will have plenty of information to analyze
and digest, whilst more entertainment focused viewers can take in video
updates and archives on the events and high powered match-ups of the
tournament.
 "VS
ScoreVision(TM) is truly a model of the future in squash news. As
information becomes more diverse and on demand, the way we present our
sport must follow that course.
"VS takes experts in our game, with personal background knowledge and
a true passion for squash and combines the future of sport technology,
Virtual Spectator(TM), to give the fans an unparalleled experience.
Robert Edwards |
Virtual Spectator(TM)
(VS) is a leading interactive visualization and sports information group
known for its 3D interactive animations of America’s Cup sailing, World
Rally Motor Sports, golf, rugby, cricket, horse racing, and in Bermuda,
the world’s premier match racing event, The King Edward VII Gold Cup.
Currently, Virtual Spectator(TM) is providing the world of sailing with a
close up view of the Volvo Ocean Race in a completely 3D environment.
The group has a history of world-class technology innovation with a focus
on visualization products designed to simplify complex data and ease
understanding of nuances in sports, as well as business data.
 "New
technology, such as VS ScoreVision(TM), is exactly what this sport
needs to grow and reach new and diverse audiences on a global scale.
"We are thrilled to not only have the sports technology Virtual
Spectator(TM) provides, but to have them as our title sponsor two
years in a row as well."
Ross Triffitt
Tournament Director |
The Virtual Spectator(TM)
Bermuda Masters is the most high-tech prestigious squash tournament
produced thanks to the combined effort of the Bermuda Squash Racquets
Association, Virtual Spectator(TM) and the Investors Guaranty Group(TM).
This year’s venue experience includes innovative referee-controlled score
tracking systems, high definition slow motion replay, and wireless PSP
viewing systems to watch on-court play over a WiFi connection, among other
enhancements.
 "The
Virtual Spectator(TM) Bermuda Masters has been an enormous success
because of the investments of many including Virtual Spectator(TM),
dedicated volunteers, staff, players and referees.
"My hope is that our success is seen through VS ScoreVision(TM) by
squash fans throughout the world, especially as Bermuda prepares for
the World Open in 2007."
Kim Carter
Tournament Chairman |
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Video
Updates,
live scoring and more
 "Virtual Spectator(TM) was delighted
to serve as title sponsor for the Bermuda Masters 2005.
"When we were approached to serve in the same capacity this year, we
were not only honored to enhance this world-class event, but also
challenged to make a significant technological investment to further
the sport."
Douglas King
CEO & Chairman of Virtual Spectator(TM)
 "VS
ScoreVision(TM) is a combined effort of a variety of teams diverse
geographically and in media expertise such as interactive, HD film and
audio, marketing and computer animation.
"Virtual Spectator(TM)’s project model is fashioned to match varied
media needs to international projects such as the Virtual Spectator(TM)
Bermuda Masters."
Curtis Worthy
Project Executive |
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