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RosterBot Solves Your Rec League Management Issues

When you think about it there are millions of people who each make sports great in their own way. Fans make up most of that population, but there are also players, trainers, reporters and announcers. Then there are the men and women who make up the foundation of our favorite franchises – coaches and management….

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From Athlete to Entrepreneur: 7 Tips

Starting a business is never an easy task. It takes a lot of intense planning, execution of your strategy and little bit of luck to create the kind of business that you can build your life around. We know that businesses fail at an exceedingly high mark, reported at anywhere from 50-90%. Due to this…

Twitter 101: How Live-Tweet A Sporting Event

When I look back over some of my very first tweets, I gag. I adopted Twitter in March 2009 during the heat of NBA regular season stretch run. As the Dallas Mavericks pre- and post-game show host for TXA21, part of the Dallas/Fort Worth TV networks, I covered the Mavericks like a wet blanket. I…

How To Make The Most Of A Sports Massage Course

Sports massage therapy shows magnificent potential as a lucrative career. It allows people the flexibility to work for a large organization or venture into business with his or her own clinic. It also provides people the chance to travel while working, with jet-setting clients or patients from different countries. All in all, working as a…

Discovering Your Career in Sports Medicine

Sports medicine is a great career for people who love to work with athletes, improve their performance, help them recover from an injury and prevent future injuries. The career path is ripe with future opportunity as well. This skill set is in demand by everyone from professional athletes to high school and college students to…

Mobile App Review – Fandings – Your Favorite Sports Bar in Your Pocket

Everyone has a favorite sports bar or pub, and a great factor that influences our choice is the people you get to interact with there. What would sports bars be without fans to cheer with (or against) your favorite team? You think you could easily win any debate while the game is on. But you…

How Can You Kick-Start Your Sports Career with College Sports?

When it comes to a career in the sports industry, you can gain an immense competitive edge if you start early. You’ve probably heard that one of the best ways to gain an advantage towards a future in the industry is to take up college sports. Why? Let’s take a look. 5 Biggest Benefits of…

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The Economic Boom in Golf Stores and Courses

If you talk to a few people and ask them what golf means to them you will get lots of varying opinions. For some it is a rich man’s hobby and for others it is just another boring sport. One thing you may never hear is that it is a huge money spinner. In this…

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Social Media Marketing Book Review – Resonate: Sports Marketing Strategies That Drive Results

Here at Sports Networker our goal will always be to support your goals of finding a job in sports. We probably use the term “dream job” too often, but I really do believe it is a dream to get paid to do something you love every day. Our mission is to make that dream a…

The Mobile Marketer’s Guide to NFL Fans (INFOGRAPHIC)

With the Super Bowl fast approaching, you could say this is prime time for the NFL both on the field and off it for marketers. That’s because NFL fans in particular are passionate about their teams, and their phones. Mobile devices are creating new opportunities for brands to connect with specific audiences. ThinkNear recently looked at the…

Turns out this guy has had some success with entrepreneurship as well

5 Steps to Transition from Athlete to Entrepreneurship

When the time comes for an athlete to move from the playing field to the boardroom, lots of questions arise: “What career path should I follow? What am I best suited to do given my unique traits as an athlete? How will I find professional fulfillment?” After a successful stint as a student-athlete at the…

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Bracing for Charger Departure, San Diego Padres Bolster Roster

The last few weeks have seen some significant changes in on-field personnel for the San Diego Padres. A.J. Preller’s August arrival was clearly the beginning of a paradigm shift in the organization, one that’s quickly putting new faces in the dugout. The resulting surge in season ticket sales has been cause for optimism throughout the…

Manchester United is certainly one of the big clubs when it comes to sports business

Manchester United’s Business Model

Sir Matt Busby has said at Manchester United, they strive for perfection – and if they fail to attain that, they “might just have to settle for excellence.” Manchester United and Their Business Model Manchester United manage and operate their business as one single reporting segment, which is to say they view themselves as operating…

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Training For A Triathlon – The Beginner’s Guide

People get into sports for several reasons. Some do it to improve their health status. Some do it just for fun. And some do it as their own form of therapy. Being active in sports can provide you a lot of benefits not only physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. While it’s easy to…

It's hard work, but getting a sports MBA is worth it

Contemplating a Sports MBA? Just do it.

A Masters of Business Administration is a very useful degree in the sports industry. There are many career paths within the industry that require an MBA in order to be successful, and a concentration in Sports Management shows your dedication to the industry. You want to leave your mark and make an impact worth remembering;…