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Strategy in Motorsports
Over the past couple of weeks, people had the opportunity to watch motorsports races such as F1 Series in Monaco, the Indianapolis 500, and NASCAR’s Sonoma 350. Watching drivers like Conor Daly, who led the most laps in the Indy500, and Corey LaJoie, who was in the top 5 with 25 laps remaining at the

Why Brands Should Invest in Women’s Sports
There’s nearly a 50/50 gender split when it comes to sports participation, but only 4% of coverage is dedicated to women’s sports. Why Women’s Sports Are a High-Growth Investment The audience for women’s sports is massive and continues to grow, despite the lack of investment in consistent and high-quality coverage. A Nielsen study found that

Keep an Eye on Pickleball
If I asked you to think of a popular racquet sport, tennis is almost certainly the first thing that would come to mind. For some of us, maybe squash or racquetball rings a bell, but tennis is by far the most popular racquet sport of our generation. After all, nearly 18 million play tennis in

What is Rule 40 in the Olympics?
The impact of the Coronavirus and pandemic cancelled sports for a long time, including the 2020 Summer Olympics. With the rebrand to the 2021 Summer Olympics, the games will finally be played, and everyone will be able to watch some of the best athletes in the world compete against each other for a gold medal.

Sports in Underserved Communities
As the world returns to normalcy following perhaps one of the most impactful events in recent history, we begin to see kids returning to sports and fans rushing back to stadiums. Sports are one of the most constructive outlets for any child growing up. It teaches valuable life lessons such as skill-building, teamwork, and humility.

How Athletes Are Winning Off the Field
Athletes are influencers of societal and cultural issues and have a unique power to enact change. Whether it be a specific cause, current issue, or culture in general, the opportunity to create a transformation and “do good” and in turn “look good” is tremendous. The public regards their favorite athletes as role models and looks

CBD in Sports: Health Benefits & Why Athletes Use Cannabidiol
The balance between health and performance will always be a challenge for athletes at every level of competition. Athletes are constantly under pressure from coaches, fans, and organizational members to be in peak condition at all times. Many athletes turn to performance-enhancing drugs as a way to live up to these expectations. However, the long-term health

OPINION: Brand Values and Messaging Must Be Backed Up By Action
The concept of brand identity has long been at the forefront of modern marketing practice. The most successful brands in today’s market differentiate themselves from competitors by clearly identifying and holding to a set of established values. A company’s ability to maintain success and customer loyalty is often defined by how well it sticks to

The New Way of Partnerships
Brands and companies have been partnering with athletes for as long as I can remember. A partnership is a way for the fans of these athletes to associate themselves with a product or a brand. This will hopefully generate more interaction with the brand’s website or even generate more sales. Typically, these partnership deals involve a

In the Zone: How Your Mind Helps Your Body
The concept of mindfulness has taken on a mind of its own. The trendy buzzword is getting a lot of buzz in the fields of psychology and education and most recently, the world of sports. The practice of mindfulness might just be what you need to gain the extra edge you seek. The difference between