HELP: Making Highlight Film

Hi guys,
I'm putting together a football highlight film and I was wondering if someone could help me with an editing technique.
Ever watch Sportscenter and they will make the screen dark except highlight one player with a circle before the play starts? I'm trying to do that and have no idea how. Any help is appreciated.
Thanks again for the help.
-Duke

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