The upcoming live broadcast from Rickwood Field in Birmingham promises to be a unique and exciting event for FOX Sports. The crew is eager to capture the atmosphere of the oldest baseball stadium in the country, despite any challenges they may face.
Prior to the show, we had the opportunity to speak with FOX Sports’ Director of Field Operations, Francisco “Paco” Contreras, and Coordinating Tech Manager, Tom Lynch. They shared insights into the process of setting up the compound at Rickwood Field, the tools they are using to capture the game, and what they are most anticipating in the upcoming show.
Setting up at Rickwood Field presented unique challenges for the FOX Sports crew, but they are eager to tell the exciting story of broadcasting from such a historic venue. Contreras and Lynch discussed the work that went into creating the production, from setting up the compound to selecting
