Abstract: A system and method of using a computer for creating video clips of activities occurring during a performance, such as a sporting event, are provided. A computer is used for controlling a first video recorder to prepare a video recording of the performance. A database associated with the computer also is created for storing information regarding events occurring during the performance. A plurality of pre-defined events that may occur during the performance are recognized by this database. Using a mouse, keyboard or other computer input device, an operator identifies the occurrence of a pre-defined event during the performance. A corresponding signal is transmitted to the database identifying the location on the video recording where the activity corresponding to the pre-defined event is recorded. Using the computer to control a second video recorder, a series of clips, and associated data regarding the clips, are recorded from the first video recording and database onto a second video recording.