Cricket is known in the U.S. about as much as the quantum mechanics behind the paradox of Schrodinger’s Cat. There are a few theories as to how nature collapses into one reality (the cat being either alive or dead), but we just don’t know. Likewise, many American’s have seen cricket, and maybe even speculated upon […]
Super Bowl Sunday is upon us, and everyone, football fans and non-football fans alike, is looking forward to it. Why do non-football fans look forward to this game? Two simple reasons: the commercials and the halftime show. Once that clock hits 6:30 EST, all eyes will be glued to the TV screen, computer, iPad, etc., […]
In the midst of revamping their roster during the offseason, the Boston Red Sox rethought how to build hype for next season, too. The additions of Hanley Ramirez, Pablo Sandoval, and Rick Porcello bring buzz around the team, but they can’t sell tickets just by their names alone. The Red Sox–despite its tradition and generational […]
(Snapchat) Although the rules vary by Division and sport, recruiting new players through social media is now the accepted and likely the preferred norm. Coaches are allowed to privately message students through Facebook and/or Twitter accounts, and have become increasingly reliant on Instagram and YouTube to highlight campus perks. Since many of the up-and-coming high school athletes have been raised in a social media bubble, it is a wise move on the part of coaches and recruiters alike to reach out to athletes through their preferred communication platform. Additionally, contact through a Twitter or Facebook message has the potential to feel more personal than a generic “we want you” mailer. Forging this connection is smart, and it just makes...
It is a problem that plagues sports fan all over the country. You are out of town and wanting to watch your favorite team, but have no clue where the best places in town are to watch. Web searches sometimes provide you the answer, but often times this experience has ended with you watching at […]
