Football has evolved from a 90-minute game to a global digital phenomenon. Social media allows fans to engage, express opinions, and connect globally. Streaming platforms like YouTube offer in-depth content, while digital platforms erase language barriers, creating a global football community. The digital age has revolutionized how fans support their clubs and consume football content.
What does virtual reality bring to sport?
The concept of virtual reality (VR) dates back to the 1950s, but it wasn't until the late 2010s that it gained traction commercially. VR has impacted sports by aiding in training, performance analysis, and fan engagement. While it offers benefits such as safe training and immersive fan experiences, it also raises concerns like limited physical interaction and high costs. Despite its potential, regulatory bodies should carefully assess its usage.
The Future of Formula 1: The Changes occurring in 2026 and How will it impact the sport and its fans
The 2026 Formula 1 season will bring significant changes, including sustainable fuels, lighter cars, and reduced downforce. These changes aim to enhance racing by promoting close competition and reducing environmental impact. The reforms seek to deepen fan engagement and attract new viewers while aligning with F1's goal of achieving Net Zero Carbon by 2030.
Boxing in the Kingdom: The impacts of how Saudi Arabia is now the home to Boxing
In recent years, Saudi Arabia has become a host for high-profile boxing events, drawing massive attention and boosting the country's economy. However, this has sparked controversy due to concerns about human rights violations and accessibility for fans. The events appear to prioritize financial gains over the sport's integrity and fans' interests, raising questions about the impact on boxing's reputation.
Digital Consumption of the Paralympic Games on YouTube: Unveiling the New Sport/Media Landscape on a Platform Logic
The digital revolution, particularly through YouTube, has modified the way Paralympic Games are consumed. The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) leverages YouTube to reach larger, diverse audiences, functioning both as an alternative and addition to traditional TV. The IPC must master this new media landscape, balancing content creation and audience engagement within the algorithm-based system, to ensure fair visibility for all athletes and disciplines. Peak content production and viewership typically align with major events like the Paralympic Games.
The inequality of gender coverage in the media
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(6)Is YouTube Boxing Taking Over?
https://youtu.be/9qYstDQtPSU In entry 6, join me to discuss why I believe YouTube boxing will take over and how the other 5 entries have led us to this point! Many thanks for being on this journey with me and I appreciate you taking the time out to look at all 6 blog entries!
(5)The storytelling of YouTube Boxing!
https://youtu.be/WmBxfoUYrtU For the 5th entry of this series, we're taking it to YouTube with an audio podcast about the storytelling aspect that YouTube boxing brings to the sporting World! Before listening make sure you have read my previous blog entries to catch up, thanks, guys!
(4)Is YouTube now a part of sport???
Sports have been a part of human life since the beginning of time. From the ancient Greek Olympics to the modern-day Super Bowl, sports have been a source of entertainment, competition, and community for millions of people around the world. With the rise of the internet and social media, sports have taken on a new... Continue Reading →
Sport media ecology series 4: Has the disruption of digital media gone too far?
Has the disruption of digital media gone too far? In today’s blog the disruption that the introduction of digital media has cased will be discussed. We will look at whether the disruption has gone too far when impacting the sporting industry. When looking into the disruption that the digital revolution has caused, some refer to... Continue Reading →
Media and Digital Transformation in Sport 