Alright, let me walk you through how I usually handle getting the SmackDown results down each Friday night. It’s become a bit of a routine, really.
Getting Set Up
First things first, usually around the time the show kicks off, I make sure I’m settled in. Sometimes I watch it live, sometimes I catch up a bit later, depends on the evening. I grab my tablet, or sometimes just my trusty old notepad and a pen. Comfort is key, you know? Maybe pour myself a drink, get comfy on the sofa. Preparation helps me focus on just grabbing the info I need without scrambling later.
Following the Action and Taking Notes
As the show progresses, I start jotting things down. I don’t write essays, just the key stuff. Who won the match? That’s the main thing. I try to note how they won, like pinfall or submission, if it stands out. For promos or segments, I just capture the main point – like if a challenge was issued or a big announcement was made.
I don’t stress about getting every single detail perfectly in the moment. Sometimes things happen fast, or the camera cuts away. If I miss something or I’m unsure, I usually make a little mark like a question mark (?) next to it. My goal during the show is just to get the basics recorded.
- Match participants
- Winner
- Key segment outcomes (e.g., new match announced)
Cleaning Up the Notes
After the show’s over, or maybe the next morning if it’s late, I revisit my notes. This is where I tidy things up. If I used pen and paper, I’ll type them into a simple text file or my notes app. If I was already digital, I just clean up the formatting. I check for any typos I made while typing quickly. If I had any question marks, I’ll do a quick search online or rewatch a clip if needed, just to confirm the detail I missed. Accuracy is important, even for simple records like this.
I usually structure it chronologically, following the show’s flow. Makes it easier to read back later. Nothing fancy, just clear and simple.
Final Check
Before I call it done, I give it one last read-through. Does it make sense? Did I miss anything obvious? Usually takes just a minute or two. Once I’m happy with it, I save the file or close the notebook. That’s pretty much it – task done for the week. It’s a simple process, but doing it consistently helps me keep track of everything properly.
