Top news in the #SportsBiz this week features Formula E and their plan to market to youths. Other news includes Taco Bell and the NBA going social, Mexico’s soccer conundrum, a street soccer TV series from Xbox, and the NHL’s strong ticket sales. For all your #SportsBiz news, read on! Sports Marketing Formula E markets…
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Fancred Pushes To Make Waves In The Social Sports World
It seems that every other day there is a startup social network looking to compete with Facebook and Twitter. Lately, there have been a lot of these startups taking aim at sports fans. It is certainly known that Twitter drives a powerful sports conversation. Is it possible though, that a social network suitable for sports…
The Top News In #Sportsbiz – 10.07.13 – 10.14.13
This week in #SportsBiz sees Coca Cola marketing culture to local FIFA fans. Also, FIFA is getting a huge amount of requests for World Cup tickets, Fox unveils new technology for the MLB Postseason, the Red Bull World Series will be televised this year, and TV goes social with Comcast. Be sure to stay in…
The Top News In #Sportsbiz – 09.30.13 – 10.07.13
Top news in the #SportsBiz this week includes SXSW adding a SXsports component to its festival. Other news includes rising ticket prices in Pittsburgh, multiple brands leveraging digital content in their business strategies, and the NCAA finding itself in a bit of a pinch. Read on for more! Sports Media SXSW Adds SXsports The South…
Social Media May Force The Hand Of The Redskins
The battle on the issue with the Washington Redskins name being offensive is heating up. Many groups and individuals have come forth to express their disdain for the name and its prejudice background. Dan Snyder has already stated that he will “never” change the name of his football team, not leaving much wiggle room for…
The Top News In #Sportsbiz – 09.23.13 – 09.30.13
This week’s top news in the #SportsBiz includes Texas Motor Speedway installing the world’s biggest video board, standing at 218 feet wide by 94½ feet tall. Other news includes SeatAdvisor launching TicketResell, NASCAR’s awesome fan and media engagement center, a possible rebrand from the Washington Redskins, and Syracuse offering a free sports marketing class. Read on…
The NFL Officially Becomes One Of Twitter’s Media Partners
In a recent flurry of media deals, Twitter may have gained one of its most lucrative partners yet. The NFL has now become one of Twitter’s newest media partners in a deal that plans to bring football highlights to “Tweeters” everywhere. The NFL has found another great way to reach its audience Twitter is full…
Fox Sports Partners With Facebook To Drive Fan Engagement
Twitter has been a popular tool for sports networks such as ESPN, typically being used to drive fan engagement. In a somewhat parallel move, Fox Sports has recently partnered with Facebook for similar reasons. Their aim: to bring real-time Facebook streams to the sidelines. Fox Sports and Facebook Debut Partnership With Facebook frequently seeing user…
New Technology: What Second Screen Viewing Means for Sports Business
People are dependent on new technology like smartphones and tablets in everyday life; it’s no secret that this attachment bleeds into watching television. Smart devices make it easy to add a second screen to whatever you are watching, allowing you to keep up with everything being talked about with regard to the event. This is especially…
The Top News In #Sportsbiz – 09.16.13 – 09.23.13
This week’s top news in the #SportsBiz includes Orlando City Soccer eyeing a spot in Major League Soccer. Other news includes Fox holding a Super Bowl ad contest, fantasy sports proving to be a viable business, Toyota and NASCAR holding a tweet race, and Manchester United cashing in on sponsorships. Read on. Sports Jobs Orlando…
Was The NASCAR Sprint Cup Persuaded By Twitter Outcry?
NASCAR has continued to prove its excellence in the social media game. The final race for the Chase was held at Richmond International Raceway and many believe tampering was involved. In light of the situation – and perhaps fan outcry on Twitter – NASCAR added a 13th spot in a 12 car Chase for the Sprint…
New English Premier League Coverage Has Fans Tuned In
In the US fans go crazy for major sports’ Drafts, but over the pond in Europe, and in particular the UK fans, go crazy for the Football/Soccer equivalent – Transfer Deadline Day. English Premier League fan or not, this is a huge day where players coming in and out make an impact on your favorite…