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Official scorer
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a person who is responsible for recording and maintaining the official statistics of a game or event
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
official scorers
Who is an "official scorer"?
An official scorer is an individual responsible for recording and tracking the statistics and events during a sports game, especially in baseball. They document important information such as runs, hits, errors, and other key moments, ensuring accurate records are kept throughout the game. The official scorer makes decisions on plays, such as determining whether a hit or error occurred, and ensures that the game’s official score is correct. Their role is crucial for maintaining official game statistics, which are used for analysis, record-keeping, and reporting.
Examples
The official scorer noted down each goal and assist during the hockey match.
