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Ducks vs Them BONUS FEATURE | 2024 Oregon Football Game 6 | "I Will Never Forget This"
provided closed captioning for post on instagram featuring Accessible Education Center staff member, Lauri Evans.
The video opens with a golden-colored Labrador retriever walking towards us, guided by an older woman, likely in her 50s-60s. The woman has short, multi-colored hair and is wearing a purple short-sleeved shirt and dark pants. The dog wears a harness, suggesting it's a service animal.
The camera then shows a close-up of a nameplate on a door. It says "Lauri Evans, Access Advisor, Accessible Education Center, University of Oregon, 374". The voice-over says, "I have the very best job in the university. We are always striving to make the University of Oregon a more accessible, more disability-friendly place…".
Then, we see Lauri Evans, the person whose name was on the door plate. The scene shifts to Lauri and her husband, sitting at a round kitchen table in what looks like a dining area. Lauri speaks, elaborating on her work's commitment to accessibility support for students with disabilities.
Then, the video opens with a wide shot of Autzen Stadium, bustling with a vibrant crowd. It's daytime, the sun bright in the clear sky.
Next, we shift to a close-up view of two fans, Lauri and her husband, Jim. Lauri’s multi-colored hair is pulled back in a ponytail, and both Jim and Lauri wear green shirts. They're both animatedly reacting to what's happening on the field, their faces expressing excitement and enthusiasm.
Then, we hear Lauri speak of the similarities between her experience as a visually impaired person and football. Whether that is accepting your disability and moving on or struggling on the field and taking steps to change the score around during a game, there is a need to always keep moving forward regardless.
The final scenes show a team huddle, with their coach providing instructions. The camera shows the game clock, indicating only six seconds remaining. The final commentary explains the concluding strategy and the final outcome of the game. The whole sequence conveys a thrilling end to a closely contested match and an unforgettable moment for Lauri and Jim.