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I am curious about the opinion of my fellow youth sports managers. Is 11-13 too young for a “national” championship, or is it a great way to get youth involved in sports? Does this type of travel event push away other kids with fewer resources from participating, or is it actually incentivizing more kids to join? I would love to hear your opinion in the comments below or by DM #YouthSports #SportsManagement

🌍 Building Local Connections for International Success 🏀⚽ at SportsPro Madrid Sat in a brilliant panel session this morning at SportsPro Madrid….. There are 125 international NBA players, with 60 coming from Europe alone. France, in particular, has become the third-largest pathway to the NBA after Canada and the U.S. That’s understandably driving strategy on which territories the NBA are present in. Sharon Fuller Associate Vice President, Head of Content & Social EME at the NBA, highlighted the importance of cultural nuance, explaining that every market needs a different cultural approach, which determines the fan engagement and commercial strategy. Similarly, Octavi Anoro , La Liga’s International Development Director, shared La Liga’s tailored approach: • 35 unique yearly business plans, customized for the specific needs of each country they focus on • Local content in local languages to connect with fans authentically. • Grassroots soccer schools across these territories, hoping that a child’s first footballing experiences are under the La Liga banner. Brilliant session and that’s only the first one of the day! #sportsbiz #sportsbusiness #spmadrid24

The increasing demand for state-of-the-art facilities to support youth and amateur sports presents promising opportunities for investors to capitalize on the industry’s momentum and support their communities in big ways, like one deal our Calloway Title team recently helped close: LakePoint Sports. ⚾️⚽️🏈 Check out our latest blog to learn more. #commercialrealestate #titleinsurance #GArealestate #escrowservices

The increasing demand for state-of-the-art facilities to support youth and amateur sports presents promising opportunities for investors to capitalize on the industry’s momentum and support their communities in big ways, like one deal our Calloway Title team recently helped close: LakePoint Sports. ⚾️⚽️🏈 Check out our latest blog to learn more. #commercialrealestate #titleinsurance #GArealestate #escrowservices

🏅 Triumph or Tension? The Celebration Debate in Sports 🏅 In a recent high-stakes sporting event, Alex Yee's victory celebration has sparked a massive debate across the fan community, leaving one rival infuriated and bringing the conversation of sportsmanship back into the spotlight. Celebrations, are they just expressions of joy, or should athletes be mindful of their impact on competitors and the audience? Back in my amateur athletic days, I remember how crucial the moments after crossing the finish line were. Celebrations were not just personal triumphs but also had the power to influence relationships among competitors and the perception of fans. A simple gesture could be taken in many ways! ❓ What do you think? Should athletes limit their celebrations to maintain sportsmanship, or should emotional expressions be as free as the sports themselves? This scenario isn't just about who crosses the finish line first; it's about the community, respect among athletes, and ultimately, what we value in sports culture. Let's chat: - Do you see sportsmanship differently in individual vs. team sports? - Have you witnessed a celebration that crossed the line? Share your thoughts and experiences below! 🎤👇 #Sportsmanship #Athletics #RespectInSports #CelebrationOrConfrontation Discover more tips, insights, and resources by visiting our site at https://lnkd.in/gPPUiDtb

I've had a busy few days preparing for my panel spot at the EuroLeague Basketball Business summit this weekend in Berlin. Along with industry experts from SportBusiness, IMG and Deutsche Telekom, I'll be delving into the topic of 'the Changing Landscape of Media Consumption' There's certainly lots to talk about - here's a few hot off the press learnings from YouGov survey data that we gathered this week: > Short form content remains key to engage younger audiences. > Watching sport live on the TV is still of huge importance, but it's the second choice options that tell more of a story. In Germany - reading the sport stories takes precedence over getting the updates via social media, and in the UK, listening to the radio sport coverage is 'up there' as a strong alternative to the TV screen. > We asked our panellists what they would do if they couldn't access their favourite sports on free to air broadcast options. A higher proportion of GB panellists were willing to 'hold out' for the content to be made available for free than seen amongst our German panellists (37% vs 29% respectively). > But more interestingly perhaps were the 1 in 7 sport fans who said they would invest in a PayTV subscription to overcome the access hurdle. This is a higher proportion than what we see amongst non-sport fans Lots more to come at the event itself, maybe see you there?

New blog alert! "Winning Strategies: Lessons from Legendary Sports Teams"! Discover what founders can learn from sports legends like FC Barcelona, 1999 USWNT, Chicago Bulls, Eddy Merckx, & All Blacks. Elevate your team's game! Playing soccer taught me more than just the game; it was a lesson in teamwork, sacrifice, hope, and hard work. On the field, I learned that success comes from the collective effort of individuals, each contributing their unique strengths towards a common goal. This experience has deeply influenced my views on the power of teamwork, not only in sports but across all endeavors, including the tech world. We built Pear VC like a soccer team. We want to win and become champions! https://lnkd.in/gswTUimh

Building a Successful Sports Industry: Important Factors and Profit-Riding Routes

🌟 108 billion USD in sports sponsoring by 2030 🌟 Today, nearly 50 billion USD are spent every year on sports sponsorships globally - and that number is only set to grow until 2030. For reference, that’s the GDP of countries like Latvia and Jamaica. 💰 So, what can marketers learn whose budgets aren’t brimming with the big bucks it takes for these headline sponsorships? 1. Seize the moment 🏅 The Olympics and the European Football Championships are omnipresent this summer. Even if you aren’t an official sponsor, you can align yourself with these events to some degree. Think CHECK24 Vergleichsportal GmbH and their viral t-shirt campaign. 2. Brand partnerships to reach new audiences 🌍 Just look at Beyonce’s introduction of Team USA. Beyonce has 317 Mio. Instagram followers and her appearance in a video featuring American athletes helps to get eyeballs on both well-known and up-and-coming athletes. At the same time, Beyonce is benefitting from millions of sports fans around the world. Can't spring for Beyonce? Check out Deutsche Bank's alignment with Sporthilfe and their Brand Ambassadorship of Olympic gold medialist rower Oliver Zeidler. Link to Beyonce's intro video in the comments. #Olympics #GoForGold