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The Power of Fan Loyalty

November 3, 2023Lauren Simpkins Leave a Comment

The 2022 football season for the Oklahoma Sooners was a season of firsts. It was the first season of the Brent Venables era, the first season with Dillon Gabriel as QB1, and the first losing season for the Sooners since… Continue Reading →

Why is Community Engagement is so Important?

November 3, 2023Lauren Simpkins Leave a Comment

Establishing a positive relationship with the surrounding community and fanbase of your team is essential to the team’s brand. Fan loyalty and support increase when a positive brand identity is established.  As I mentioned earlier, I’m from St. Louis. Our… Continue Reading →

What is a Sports Agent?

November 3, 2023Lauren Simpkins Leave a Comment

Today, the top athletes and performers cannot rely on their talent to help them build a successful career. Top athletes and star athletes need agents working in the background to act as negotiators, advisors, and a promoter for their personal… Continue Reading →

How Being Bilingual can set you Apart in the World of Sports

November 3, 2023Lauren Simpkins 1 Comment

English is the most commonly spoken language in the world. About 1.465 billion people speak English. Obviously, not everyone speaks English as a first or second language. A prime example of the language barrier is in Major League Baseball, where… Continue Reading →

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