What is another word for scorekeeper?
Pronunciation: [skˈɔːkiːpə] (IPA) 
A scorekeeper is a person or device responsible for keeping track of the score in a game, sport or competition. There are various synonyms for the word scorekeeper, including umpire, referee, judge, arbiter, tallyman, scorer, marker, comptroller, and record-keeper. An umpire is responsible for making decisions on the pitch in cricket or baseball while a referee officiates in sports such as basketball or football. A judge presides over the score in gymnastics, skating, or diving competitions while an arbiter settles disputes and conflicts. A tallyman keeps a record of the score in board games, a scorer tabulates points in competitive events, and a marker tracks progress in games such as darts or billiards. A comptroller keeps a check on the accuracy of the score, and a record-keeper maintains a historical record of scores.
