Behind The Glasses: And he’s off. . . #SCSVP kicks off in fine fashion

Last night’s SportsCenter following Ohio State’s 42-24 win over Virginia Tech on ESPN had a different look and feel than viewers are used to for the network’s flagship show. That’s because it marked the debut of the midnight SportsCenter hosted alone by Scott Van Pelt (#SCSVP) and featured completely different lighting as well as a new positioning for the anchor desk, in the center of the set.

With a steady flow of positive Twitter reaction and a very special first guest, Dan Patrick, the first night of SVP’s new show was a resounding success.

This gallery shares some behind the scenes photos from last night taken by both ESPN Images and Front Row’s Michael Skarka. More #SCSVP coverage.

Scott Van Pelt in a production meeting for the first midnight edition of SportsCenter.

Scott Van Pelt (l) greeting guest Dan Patrick in the conference room before the show.

Scott Van Pelt and crew during a production meeting before the show.

Scott Van Pelt grabbing food in the ESPN Cafe before the debut of the midnightSportsCenter.

Scott Van Pelt getting ready for the show.

The set for the first midnight edition of SportsCenter.

“Stanford Steve” Coughlin on the SportsCenter set.

Scott Van Pelt with first guest Dan Patrick on the SportsCenter set.

Behind the scenes of SportsCenter.

Scott Van Pelt and “Stanford Steve” Coughlin on the set of SportsCenter.

The SportsCenter crew after the first midnight show.