cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ca/post/56362702

I am trying to get back into watching hockey again, but the digital rink board ads are making it surprisingly difficult. When they slide or flicker my eyes snap to them instead of the play, and I end up losing sight of the puck, especially when it goes behind the net.

I cannot tell if this is an attention or sensory issue on my end or if the broadcasts have simply become more visually aggressive.

For people who watch regularly: Do the shifting digital ads distract you too, or do you barely notice them anymore?

I am genuinely trying to enjoy hockey again but my focus gets pulled away every few seconds and I am wondering how others experience this.

  • rowinxavier@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    5 days ago

    I cannot deal with TVs in the background for this exact reason. Either I have something on or I don’t, but never in the background. I can’t and won’t try to watch any sort of sport for this reason. That said, lower divisions may be a good option for you. Local groups are more likely to have less advertising and especially less video ads.