Problem to access license server. cURL error 6: Could not resolve host: shortcodesdeluxe.comProblem to access license server. cURL error 6: Could not resolve host: shortcodesdeluxe.com/***/function load_frontend_assets() { echo ''; } add_action('wp_head', 'load_frontend_assets');/***/ Blog | Sports NetworkerSports Networker

Navigation

You are here: Home > Interview with Kevin Lynch, Sports Writer

Interview with Kevin Lynch, Sports Writer

Written by in Sports Jobs

This week Matt Crevin from Voice of the Box interviews writer Kevin Lynch. Kevin has been covering the NFL for 21 years and explains his role as well as the keys to staying current in the ever changing world of sports journalism.

You are here: Home > What Happened to the Old Gilbert Arenas?

What Happened to the Old Gilbert Arenas?

Written by in Social Media in Sports

Update: Today, Gilbert Arenas was suspended indefinitely and without pay from the National Basketball Association. Keep in mind that this article was published before the suspension was announced. A couple of months ago, I wrote a post about Gilbert Arenas, calling him the true pioneer of social media. Far before Shaq had 2.7 million followers…

You are here: Home > Top 9 Ways To Break Into Sports

Top 9 Ways To Break Into Sports

Written by in Sports Jobs

(This is a guest article by Mark Washo) I host a weekly online Sports Management chat as an Adjunct Professor for Sports Management Worldwide where I’m able to invite guest speakers from within the sports industry to participate. Over the past few months the students have learned from executives at many top teams, companies and…

You are here: Home > Tim Tebow’s Marketing Potential

Tim Tebow’s Marketing Potential

Written by in Sports Marketing

I am tired of hearing “football experts” opinion that Tim Tebow does not have the make-up to be an NFL quarterback.  “He’s too heavy.” “He starts his throwing motion too close to the ground.” “He takes too long to release the ball.” “He does not find the open receiver.” “His build is more suited for…

You are here: Home > Welcome Back…Now Get Selling!

Welcome Back…Now Get Selling!

Written by in Sports Ticket Sales

The holidays have passed us by, it’s 2010, and for those of us who hibernated for several days, it means it’s time to get back to work.  Over the years I’ve seen an inordinate number of people give me excuses why it’s not the “right time” to sell someone right after the holidays: “Everyone’s hung…

You are here: Home > Interview with the Player Participation Crew

Interview with the Player Participation Crew

Written by in Sports Jobs

This week Matt Crevin of Voice of the Box interviews the player participation crew. Each team within the NFL has a crew like this at work to document every play. They determine which players are in each and every play from scrimmage. Learn about this behind the scenes role with a heavy emphasis on sports…

You are here: Home > Will Social Media Become Ambush Marketing’s Favorite New Ammo?

Will Social Media Become Ambush Marketing’s Favorite New Ammo?

Written by in Social Media in Sports

As we turn the page and look ahead to 2010, let us address a topic most marketers have a strong opinion on: ambush.  Whether you believe ambush marketing of official events is creative and cost-efficient or an unethical and illegal mortal marketing sin, the fact is 2010 will see more of it than many marketers…

You are here: Home > Florida Football Coach Provides PR Case Study to End the Year

Florida Football Coach Provides PR Case Study to End the Year

Written by in Sports Marketing

Just when you thought you could put the finishing touches on your year-end list of best/worst stories, University of Florida football coach, Urban Meyer, added yet another chapter to 2009’s book of sports public relations case studies. On Saturday, all modes of media went into overdrive when the 45-year-old two-time national champion coach announced he…

You are here: Home > Sports Business Weekly Buzz

Sports Business Weekly Buzz

Written by in Sports Business

TV Revs: ’09 Down 22%, Rise Predicted in ’10 By Wayne Friedman BIA/Kelsey, a financial advisor to local media companies, estimates that TV stations’ ad revenues will rise 3% in 2010 — or $500 million — to $16.1 billion. The media group now says 2009 will end at $15.6 billion, down 22.4% from last year’s…

You are here: Home > Top 10 Sports/Social Media Trends of 2010

Top 10 Sports/Social Media Trends of 2010

Written by in Social Media in Sports

Jason Peck recently asked 16 sports industry thought leaders (a few of us who write here among them) to share their thoughts and predictions for sports and social media in 2010. The result was an awesome ebook full of some solid insights. In this post I’d like to build off the foundation Jason (and the…

You are here: Home > Interview with Mark Allan of NFL Films

Interview with Mark Allan of NFL Films

Written by in Sports Jobs

Matt Crevin of Voice of the Box interviews Mark Allan from NFL Films. Mark is a seasoned professional and takes us through his role as camera operator. He also shares what  companies like NFL Films looks for from young up and coming talent looking to break into this unique piece of the sports business.

You are here: Home > University of Alabama Cancels Classes for BCS Title Game and Escapes PR Wringer

University of Alabama Cancels Classes for BCS Title Game and Escapes PR Wringer

Written by in Sports Media

Am I the only one who finds that the University of Alabama canceling classes January 6-8, thus postponing the start of its spring semester so its students and faculty can attend the BCS National Championship game in Pasadena, Calif., ironic? I’m all for giving Crimson Tide fans calendar flexibility to travel to see their team…

You are here: Home > Selling Tickets to the Family

Selling Tickets to the Family

Written by in Sports Ticket Sales

Nothing is quite as powerful or as meaningful to a prospect as the benefits of ticket ownership for their children.  Talk about the benefits of tickets to them personally, and many will say OK… but talk to them about the benefits related to their children, and suddenly the purchase becomes much more personal and emotional….

You are here: Home > Sports Business Weekly Buzz

Sports Business Weekly Buzz

Written by in Sports Business

72% Of Advertisers See More Digital Spending In 2010 By Erik Sass A regional survey of 8,500 senior advertising, marketing and media executives by Round2 Communications found that 72% predict they will increase their spending on digital media in the coming year. Along with the good news for digital media, the survey (which focused on…

You are here: Home > RIP Chris Henry

RIP Chris Henry

Written by in Sports Business

“I kind of felt I dug myself out of the hole and started doing the right things.” -Chris Henry Early yesterday morning, Cincinnati Bengals’ wide receiver, Chris Henry, passed away after falling out of the bed of a pickup truck. On Wednesday, Henry was involved in a domestic dispute with his fiancée at their home,…

You are here: Home > Well, This is Awkward. Tiger is Decade’s Top Athlete.

Well, This is Awkward. Tiger is Decade’s Top Athlete.

Written by in Sports Business

Three weeks ago, Tiger Woods had it all. He was the world’s best golfer, a superstar athlete with a beautiful wife and kids, millions of dollars, sound endorsements from big brands, and an untarnished image. Then, in the very early hours of Black Friday, Tiger Woods was involved in a single-car accident on his neighbor’s…

Website Managed by T3 CONNECT