This section explains how to record common in-game actions while scoring a live game in AGL. It walks through the exact steps scorekeepers take on the scoring screen to ensure plays are captured accurately and statistics update correctly. This information is intended for team admins, scorekeepers, and coaches who are responsible for live scoring during a game and need clear guidance on handling real-time game situations as they happen on the field.
In this Article:
Advancing a Runner
1: Drag the Base Runner
Click and hold the base runner icon for the player who stole the base.
2: Move to the Next Base
Drag the runner to the next base (e.g., from first to second).
3: Drop the Runner
Release the icon to place the runner in a safe position on the base.
4: Confirm the Advance
Select Advances on Stolen Base or the correct action to record in the scoring system.
Scoring a Double Play
1: Select the Pitch
Click the pitch that initiated the play.
Indicate that the ball is in play.
2: Choose the Hit Type
Select the style of hit that occurred.
3: Mark the Outs
Mark the batter as Out.
Select the Double Play option.
4: Assign Players
Drag the players involved in the double play into the designated area.
Click Done to confirm the play.
Scoring a Fielder's Choice
1: Select the Pitch
Click the pitch that initiated the play.
Indicate that the ball is in play.
2: Choose the Hit Type
Select the appropriate style of hit from the available options.
Choose Fielder’s Choice.
3: Assign Players
Drag and drop the players involved in the play.
Click Done to confirm player selection.
4: Record the Outcome
Select whether the runner was Out or Safe on the fielder’s choice.
Making a Substitution
1: Select the Current Player
Click on the player who is currently on the field or up to bat.
2: Initiate the Substitution
Click the Sub button.
3: Choose the Replacement Player
Select the player you want to substitute into the game.
4: Confirm Success
The selected player will immediately take over the role in the lineup, field, or base running position.
Repeating a Batter
1: Open the Scoring Screen
- During a live game, navigate to the scoring screen.
- Confirm the game is actively in progress.
2: Select the Repeat Batter Option
- At the bottom of the scoring screen, select the Repeat icon.
- A list of eligible players will appear.
3: Choose the Player to Bat Again
- Select the player who will repeat their at-bat.
- The selected player will immediately appear at home plate.
Skipping a Batter
1: Select the Current Batter
- During a live game, locate the player who is up to bat.
- Select the player at the plate to open batter options.
2: Skip the Batter
- Choose Skip Batter from the available options.
- You can also choose Skip Batter from the icon on the bottom of the screen.
- Select the player who will bat in their place.
3: Confirm the Change
- The newly selected player will immediately appear at home plate.
- Continue scoring the game as normal.
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