# ScoreBird — Complete Product Reference > ScoreBird is an automated live scoring platform that connects to existing scoreboards and distributes real-time game data to broadcasts, websites, social media, and video boards. Built for schools and athletic departments. A product of Nevco Sports LLC. --- ## What is ScoreBird? ScoreBird automates live scoring for schools, athletic departments, and sports organizations. The system uses a hardware device called NeST (Network Scoring Transmitter) that plugs into an existing scoreboard controller. NeST reads live game data — score, clock, period, team names, and sport-specific statistics — and transmits it to the ScoreBird cloud platform. From there, the data is distributed simultaneously to broadcast overlays, website widgets, social media, scheduling platforms, and video boards. ScoreBird eliminates manual score entry. Instead of a staff member typing scores into a streaming overlay or website during a game, NeST reads the data directly from the scoreboard controller. This means scores update in real-time with zero delay and zero human error. ## Who uses ScoreBird? ScoreBird is designed for: - **High school athletic departments** — the primary customer. ADs use ScoreBird to automate scoring across all sports. - **School districts** — often purchase Campus NeST to cover multiple venues on a single campus. - **Colleges and universities** — for non-revenue sports that don't have dedicated broadcast production. - **Athletic conferences** — for conference-wide score portals and reporting. - **Broadcast and streaming coordinators** — who need live score overlays on their streams. ## Products ### NeST (Network Scoring Transmitter) NeST is a small hardware device that connects to any existing scoreboard controller's data output. It reads the live game data, normalizes it, and transmits it to the ScoreBird cloud platform over the venue's network (WiFi or Ethernet). **Key facts:** - Setup takes under 30 minutes - Works with existing scoreboard hardware — no replacement or modification needed - Auto-detects the scoreboard controller model and protocol - Supports 200+ scoreboard controller models - Powers all ScoreBird features from a single connection - Includes all adapters needed for the selected tier **Pricing (annual subscription, all-inclusive):** | Tier | Price | Devices | Adapters | Portable | |------|-------|---------|----------|----------| | Facility NeST | $500/year | 1 | 1 | No (single venue) | | Campus NeST | $1,500/year | 2 | 1-2 per device | On-campus | | Travel NeST | $1,200/year | 1 | All | Anywhere (home + away) | All tiers include: broadcast overlays, virtual scoreboards, automatic score reporting, 24/7 support, and $35 shipping on the first order. Annual renewal begins in Year 2 at the same price. ### ScoreBuddy Pro ScoreBuddy Pro is a mobile application that turns any phone or tablet into a virtual NeST. It enables live scoring without a physical scoreboard controller — the user manually enters scores on the app, and ScoreBuddy Pro feeds the same ScoreBird platform. This is useful for away games, events without scoreboards, or sports like cross-country and track meets where no traditional scoreboard exists. ## Features ### Broadcast Overlays Professional score graphics (score bugs) that overlay on live video streams. ScoreBird provides customizable overlay widgets that update in real-time from NeST data. The overlays are delivered as browser source URLs that work with any streaming software that supports browser sources. Supported platforms: OBS Studio, vMix, Boxcast, Hudl (via BlueFrame), NFHS Network, Streamlabs, TriCaster, NewBlue, Ross, Wirecast, StreamYard, Vimeo, CamStreamer, Spiideo. ### Virtual Scoreboards Embeddable live scoreboards, stat boards, and score tickers for school websites. These are web widgets that can be embedded via iframe or script tag. Types include: - Full scoreboard widget (game clock, score, period, team names) - Stat board (detailed game statistics) - Horizontal score ticker (multi-game display, auto-scrolling) - Vertical score ticker (sidebar display) - School schedule widget All widgets are mobile-responsive and update in real-time. ### Fan Engagement Multi-channel scoring across every platform simultaneously: - Live scoreboards on school websites - Professional broadcast overlays on livestreams - Automatic score reporting to social media - Real-time push notifications for game updates - Conference-wide score portals for multi-school coverage ### Automatic Score Reporting At the end of each game, ScoreBird automatically reports final scores to scheduling and stats platforms. No post-game manual data entry required. Supported platforms: RankOne Sport and DragonFly Athletics. ### Video Board Integration Native integration with Nevco VideoPro for driving live scoring data to in-venue video boards and jumbotrons. Broadcast-quality scoreboard graphics with instant replay, animations, and sponsor content. ## Scoreboard Compatibility ScoreBird NeST works with all major scoreboard brands used in schools and athletic facilities: - **Daktronics** — All Sport 3000, All Sport 5000, OmniSport 2000, OmniSport 6000 - **Nevco** — Game Control Center 3, Game Control Center 4, Multi-Sport Controller - **Fairplay** — FP-1000, FP-2000, FP-3000 - **Electro-Mech** — ScoreBoard Model 1600, 1800, 2100 - **Sportable** — Sportable Pro, Sportable Elite - **OES** — OES-100, OES-200, OES-300 - **Spectrum** — Spectrum 100, 200, 300 - **All American Scoreboards** — AA-2000, AA-3000, AA-5000 NeST connects to the scoreboard controller's data output port. No modifications to the scoreboard are required. ## Supported Sports ScoreBird supports live scoring for 16 sports: Baseball, Basketball, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Roller Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, and Wrestling. Each sport has sport-specific overlay designs and data fields. For example, football overlays show score, quarter, down, yards to go, and play clock. Basketball shows score, period, game clock, fouls, and timeouts. ## How ScoreBird Compares ### ScoreBird vs Sportzcast (Genius Sports) Sportzcast (now owned by Genius Sports) provides the ScoreLink+ hardware device for capturing scoreboard data. Key differences: - ScoreBird includes built-in broadcast overlays and website widgets; Sportzcast provides raw data only (requires separate graphics systems) - ScoreBird has transparent pricing ($500-$1,500/year); Sportzcast requires contacting sales - ScoreBird offers self-serve online purchasing; Sportzcast requires sales calls - ScoreBird provides 24/7 support; Sportzcast has limited weekday/Saturday hours - ScoreBird is designed for schools; Sportzcast targets professional broadcast production companies ### ScoreBird vs Manual Scoring Manual scoring means a staff member watches the scoreboard and types scores manually. Key differences: - ScoreBird eliminates the need for a dedicated scoring staff member during games - ScoreBird updates in real-time with zero delay; manual entry causes delays of 10-30 seconds - ScoreBird feeds multiple channels simultaneously; manual entry handles one at a time - ScoreBird automatically reports final scores to scheduling platforms; manual requires post-game data entry - At $500/year for ~50 events, ScoreBird costs $10/event — less than an hour of staff time per event ## Purchasing ScoreBird can be purchased online at https://scorebird.com/purchase. **Payment options:** - Credit/debit card via Stripe Checkout - Purchase order / invoice for institutional buyers (select during checkout) **What's included:** - NeST hardware device(s) - All necessary scoreboard adapters for the selected tier - Annual ScoreBird platform subscription - Broadcast overlays, virtual scoreboards, and all features - 24/7 customer support - $35 shipping per order **No hidden fees, no long-term contracts.** Cancel anytime. ## Company Information - **Company:** Nevco Sports LLC (ScoreBird is a Nevco product) - **Address:** 6001 Kenwood Drive, Nashville, TN 37215 - **Phone:** 1-844-468-2473 - **Email:** support@scorebird.com - **Support:** 24/7 ## Frequently Asked Questions **What hardware do I need?** One NeST device per scoreboard. NeST plugs directly into your scoreboard's data port — no additional hardware or computers required. **Does NeST work with my scoreboard?** NeST supports all major scoreboard brands including Daktronics, Nevco, Fairplay, Electro-Mech, Sportable, OES, Spectrum, and All American Scoreboards. Use the compatibility checker at https://scorebird.com/tools/compatibility-checker. **How long does setup take?** Most installations take under 30 minutes. Plug in the NeST device, connect to your network, and you're live. **Can I try before I buy?** Contact our sales team at https://scorebird.com/contact to arrange a demo with your specific setup. **What happens if my internet goes down during a game?** NeST buffers data locally and syncs when the connection is restored. You won't lose any score data. **Are bulk order discounts available?** Yes — contact support for bulk order pricing. You can also select the invoice option during checkout for institutional orders. **What's the difference between Facility, Campus, and Travel NeST?** Facility NeST ($500/year) covers one venue with one scoreboard. Campus NeST ($1,500/year) covers two devices portable across an entire campus. Travel NeST ($1,200/year) includes all adapters so you can take it to any venue — home or away. **Do I need streaming software?** Only if you want broadcast overlays on a livestream. ScoreBird's virtual scoreboards work on any website without streaming software. For streaming, ScoreBird works with OBS, vMix, Boxcast, Hudl, NFHS Network, and many more. **How do I calculate the ROI for my program?** Use the free ROI calculator at https://scorebird.com/tools/roi-calculator. Enter your number of sports, events, and staff costs to see your estimated annual savings.