Fundamentally, the shifting behaviour patterns of the consumer has influenced this adaptation of new technologies, such as e-sports, AR/VR and fantasy sports to name a selection. Grasping the attention of the consumer is as competitive as ever and now requires captivation methods for increased level of engagement. For example, in 2017, consumers in the UK... Continue Reading →
Review of the 3 trends which are changing Gen Z sports consumption: eSports, Augmented and Virtual reality
Kevin Larroyer / December 10, 2021 In my first two blogs, I reviewed how my dad consumed sports highly influenced by the traditional media. Then, I looked at my sports consumption which is a mix of traditional and new media. In this blog, I look at how Generation Z consume sports as they have grown... Continue Reading →
Podcast One – What is Trending on Sports Media
In my first Podcast, I discuss what are the up and coming trends within the new media and new technological age, and discuss the new trends which may arise over the next coming years. The Podcast will focus on the topics of Digital Mobility, Online Streaming, the rise of VR due to the Covid-19 pandemic,... Continue Reading →
How new digital platforms saw the rise of fantasy leagues and eSports
In the video below, we discuss how new digital platforms came to prominence within today's society largely due to the emergence of web 2.0, and how from this, sports organisations have begun to implement their own sport consumption platforms in the form of fantasy leagues and eSports. Thank you all for following the series, If... Continue Reading →
Social media and eSports: the future for women’s sport recognition?
My recent blog posts have explored the past and present forms of sports media ecology and their effects on the broadcast of women's sport. To follow on from that, this blog is going to analyse the future of sports broadcasting outlets and their role on making women's sport more widely recognised. Social media has become... Continue Reading →
MDT: Video and Audio Podcast
MDT Video Podcast: eSports in a Newer Media Ecology This video blog aims to explore the rise of eSports in a newer media ecology through looking at the 1st and 2nd of the 5 insights outlined by Andy Miah, the expansion of what counts as sport and physical activity; and the rise of eSports. The... Continue Reading →
Future of Sports
Toronto's new Esport arena expected to open in 2025 With the advancements in technology and the development of new ideas to improve sport, what will the future of sport look like? The sports landscape has been experiencing a technological change for some time now since the birth of the internet in the early 20th century.... Continue Reading →
Meet the Team – Taj
Hi guys, my name is Tajvir Bedesha but commonly known as Taj. I am 23 years old currently studying MSc Strategic Sport Marketing at Leeds Beckett University. My aims and objectives are to run a successful Gym and Fitness business, where my passion for fitness and health has enabled to me reach further heights in... Continue Reading →