As the internet continues to be a driving source of information for global society, communications and marketing specialists in addition to sports leagues are beginning to adapt accordingly. 80% of fans use social media while they are watching sporting events.
The most popular content accessed via social networks? 51% of fans who use the social web follow teams and leagues, while 46% follow individual players.
Are you a social media and sports addict? Or just interested in the ways different industries use social media? Well, check out this great article on the role of social media in the sports industry. Using real-life examples, the article breaks down how social media techniques have been used to build player notoriety, create a culture around sporting events, increase ticket sales, and managing crisis situations.
