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02/05/2015

Join Hashtag Sports on Feb. 18-19th for #SportsConf 2015, a FREE online conference focused on the convergence of sports, media & technology

http://hashtagsportsconf.com

12/16/2014

Hashtag Sports™ is the #1 resource for news + jobs in sports, social & tech

We're still accepting applications for Hashtag Sports spring internships until Friday, 12/19/14.

Apply at http://hashtagsports.com/careers

We are the leader in curated media for sports, social & tech through a growing network of properties and events that reach over 100k people.

10/04/2014

Support our military veterans recovering physically, mentally, and spiritually through competitive adaptive sports at the 2014 #WarriorGames

INFOGRAPHIC: A Mission to Complete and Compete: U.S. Army: http://usaoly.us/BYFgv #WarriorGames

07/08/2014

Only 1 more day left to register for #SportsConf: Beacon to learn case studies, best practices, and insights from over 20 proximity and micro-location technology industry leaders.

http://beacon.hashtagsportsconf.com

All case studies, panels, and Q&A sessions are viewable on-demand after July 10th with no viewing limitations!

04/08/2014

#Sports - What you need to know in Sports, Social & Tech

We've redesigned and enhanced our Hashtag Sports website. Please let us know what you think!

http://hashtagsports.com/

... more big announcements from Hashtag Sports coming soon so stay tuned!

Hashtag Sports™ is the leader in curation for sports, social & tech through its growing network of properties and events that reaches over 100,000 sports marketers, technologists, and decision makers.

03/27/2014

This young climber got to the top of Red Bull Arena and rapelled all the way down

USA TODAY Sports For The Win featured our time lapse video of Sasha DiGiulian who climbed to the top of Red Bull Arena! http://usat.ly/1g49J2D

Sasha DiGiulian is a 21-year-old climbing champion helped the New York Red Bulls kick off their MLS campaign this year by climbing to the top of Red Bull Arena and rappelled all the way down.

03/18/2014

The Who, What and How to Survive SXSW 2014 (Infographic)

Our agency's #SXSW infographic was recently featured in Entrepreneur - http://entm.ag/1lG1fAI

The big event in Austin, Texas, is under way. Here's a quick look at what you need to know and should expect.

12/17/2013

#SportsConf Powered by Google+

Join 50+ leaders in sports, social & tech for a first-of-its-kind virtual global conference on January 14, 2014

http://bit.ly/hsportsconf #SportsConf

Join 50+ thought leaders as we explore how social media and technology are disrupting the sports industry in a series of dual track, all day live interactive Hangouts on Air.

10/02/2013

SXSW Drafts Sports to the Team

It's official! SXSW has finally added sports to the conference. We'll see everybody there to celebrate! http://bit.ly/1f0pyGd

Batter up, sports fans. South by Southwest is expanding (again). This round, it’s bringing its bat and ball – and a whole slew of advanced statistical metrics – with it.

09/27/2013

#Sports Google+

Add Hashtag Sports to your Google+ circles. We have some exciting and exclusive #Sports content coming your way! http://bit.ly/1fvDObj

Designed for today’s digital marketer, #Sports curates the web for the most relevant news, case studies, best practices, and job openings in Sports, Social, + Tech.

09/17/2013

Was the NASCAR Sprint Cup Persuaded by Twitter Outcry?

Was the NASCAR Sprint Cup Persuaded By Twitter Outcry? Plus, read about Blue Ox's new SideDraft app http://bit.ly/1890Xsd

NASCAR has continued to prove its excellence in the social media game. The final race for the Chase was held at Richmond International Raceway and many believe tampering was involved.

08/25/2013

#Sports Social Media Weekend Top 5

The US Open Tennis Championships is unveiling a social media wall measuring 50 feet long by eight feet tall which will display content from Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. http://bit.ly/17ewo3T

This week's most read #Sports social media article highlights the U.S. Open Tennis Championships' unveiling of a gigantic social media wall.

08/19/2013

Top Players by Position in Fantasy Football [Vine] -

Check out our fantasy football vine and a few last minute draft tips at http://bit.ly/fanVine

Vine video of the top players in fantasy football

08/15/2013

Check out the top positions for fantasy players before your #NFL #FantasyFootball #Draft

Check out the top positions for fantasy players before your #NFL #FantasyFootball #Draft https://vine.co/v/hMF9x9j33eD

08/12/2013

NCAA Quits Selling Jerseys Online After Explosive Twitter Rant

The NCAA quits selling player jerseys online after Twitter rant, find out why and more in today's #Sports newsletter http://bit.ly/S81213

17 Pinterest Metrics Every Brand Should Track...You need to determine which of the Pinterest metrics below are most important to you given your...

08/09/2013

How to guarantee a successful post, A8S approved. (via Reddit)

08/06/2013

An Arms Race of Model Building: How Analytics and Variance Are Changing Sports Analysis

Find out what factors are changing sports analytics + a pic from the MLB leading Pirates in today's #Sports http://bit.ly/172uuTu

3 Changes To The Twitter Ad DashboardTwitter Advertising has become an important way for brands to amplify their messages and connect with the 200 million active users on Twitter in real time. Their ad business is growing so large that eMarketer estimates the company will earn $582.8 million in glob...

08/01/2013

For Athletes, Social Media Not All Fun and Games

How does Lockerdome aim to be the Facebook of sports? + a pic wrapping up the NFL offseason in today's #Sports http://bit.ly/18UwlQ2

The Evolution of Facebook MobileYou comment on a friend's status while waiting for the bus. You upload a picture via Instagram. You send a few chat messages while walking down the sidewalk. Facebook may have been born on the desktop, but like the users who have made it so popular, Facebook is now se...

07/30/2013

Robbin! Stop checking into @foursquare!

07/30/2013

#NFL Training Camps Go Social

With the start of the NFL season approaching see how teams are going social in training camp in today's #Sports http://bit.ly/16AgDnt

Twitter Will Be The Next TV, Says StudyA new study on motivational analysis led by professors at Columbia Business School and the University of Pittsburgh projects Twitter to turn into something similar to TV. The research conducted by scholars from the two academic institutions studied the sustaina...

07/23/2013

Fans Get Chance to Impact Golf's Final Major of 2013

See how fans have a chance to impact golf's final major of 2013 + a pic from Golden Tate in today's #Sports http://bit.ly/1aH1F1T

07/18/2013

Manchester United Takes Twitter By Storm

Take a look at how Manchester United took Twitter by storm + a pic from Lebron James at the ESPYS last night in today's #Sports http://bit.ly/13ndic8

How to Find Great Content to Share on Twitter...Do you struggle to find interesting, relevant things to tweet about every day? In this post, I’ll show you how to curate content your followers will love so you can build a loyal community on Twitter...

07/17/2013

Rams Trying Out Google Glass Technology on Practice Fields

The STL Rams are experimenting with Google Glass and Adam Jones is taking #Selfies in today's #Sports http://bit.ly/11XgOvN

Twitter's "Let's Get Started" Box Blocked Some Users From Web-based Tweeting...A random group of Twitter users are unable to send out tweets from the web because they’re getting a “Let’s get started” content box in the spot where they’d normally be able to to write and send a tweet. And these folks…

07/12/2013

MLB All-Star: how the #FinalVote played out

Did you vote? Because the Twitter analysis is in! Read about the MLB #FinalVote & more in today's #Sports! http://bit.ly/179e5xh

Flickr Turns a Bit Purple with Arrival of 'Intrusive' Yahoo Toolbar -- Users Not HappyHmm, if Yahoo thought it could quietly roll out a “small change” to the Flickr site without anybody noticing, it was badly mistaken. The appearance at the start of last week of a Yahoo toolbar at the top of all Fli...

07/11/2013

Gambling comes to Facebook with Paddy Power real money Sport App

Are you ready to bet big? Facebook is introducing Paddy Power's sports gambling app! The full story & more in #Sports http://bit.ly/14LHmhj

Tumblr's Mobile Apps Updated with Improved Search and Discovery, Make Room for More Ad Spots, Too...Today,...both Tumblr’s iOS and Android applications have been updated with a new search and discovery feature which lets you not only type in keywords to surface both tags and blogs, but also features...

07/11/2013

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07/10/2013

Manchester United Finally Joins Twitter -- Why did it take so Long?

The day finally came! Welcome to Twitter, Manchester United! Check out the full story & more in today's #Sports http://bit.ly/1boQBrq

Manchester United today announced their new official club Twitter account, becoming the last English Premier League and UEFA Champions League team to have an official Twitter presence...

07/09/2013

Middle Tennessee Uses Unique Social Media Campaign to Celebrate Their Conference Change

Have you seen Middle Tennessee's new social media campaign? Check it out and more in today's #Sports! http://bit.ly/13zqSMz
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This Brain Part Decides What Goes Viral on Social Media...If you want to make something go viral on Facebook or Twitter, in other words, the TPJ is where you want to hit — because it lights up like a Christmas tree before we even know we're going to share something....

07/08/2013

UEFA to draw on Euro 2012 success to drive France 2016 social conversation

The #UEFA is preparing 3 years in advance for #EURO2016 digital success! The story & more in today's #Sports http://bit.ly/1dbkCcj
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How To Use Instagram Video for MarketingIn this article, we’ll explore 6 ways that you can use the new video feature to create visually compelling stories and promote your brand and marketing message online...From the Intern Desk: 4 Quick and Dirty Tips to Social Media You probably don’t think you n...

07/05/2013

SMG Analyses Wimbledon 2013 Social Media Activities

Check out the Wimbledon 2013 social media activities and a funny pic from Vernon Davis in today's #Sports bit.ly/1a7nj2o

12 Most Sparkly Ways To Make Your Brand Pop“It’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.” ― Marilyn Monroe Being boring is the kiss of death for your brand and there are many things that you can do right and wrong to push your brand to the front of the crowd. Use this advice to ta...

07/03/2013

Major League Gaming aims for recognition as a top five U.S. sport

Major League Gaming wants to be named a US Top 5 Sport! Do you agree? Read the full story & more in today's #Sports! http://bit.ly/14qZHA4
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Social Media is Vital Small Business ToolJen Evola, 33, a massage therapist and a registered dietitian, needed a boost after she left a corporate job to start her own practice in Chicago. She got it from social media. A little name in a big city, Evola has to do everything she can to compete. She sa...

07/02/2013

Stanford Trades Twitter Handle to Syracuse

Check out the Twitter handle trade between Stanford and Syracuse along with a pic from Novak Djokovic in today's #Sports bit.ly/10xIG6B

The Top Benefits of Social Media Marketing [Infographic]There are a million articles and blog posts out there that sing the praises of social media marketing — how social networks like Twitter, Facebook, and Pinterest have had a major impact on lead generation and sales. If you follow my blog, you k...

07/01/2013

Wimbledon Twitter Mirror Gives Fans An Exclusive Insight

Find out how to get an exclusive look at @Wimbledon through Twitter in today's #Sports http://bit.ly/11UQlwS

10 Commandments of TwitterTwitter is such a simple communications tool, yet people seem to really struggle with how to tweet. I guess that’s why my Twitter etiquette post is so popular. While the title of this post is somewhat tongue-in cheek, I really wanted to simplify the best practices for Twitt...

06/28/2013

Sports Teams Should Monitor Athletes' Social Profiles

Take a look at why sports teams should monitor athletes' social profiles + a pic by Nerlens Noel in today's #Sports http://bit.ly/17I5W7z

Analyzing Facebook Apps of Leading Brands [Infographic]...Using the ratio of MAUs (monthly active users of an app)/fan count of the page is a great way for brands to check engagement of their app. Check out this infographic from Neolane to learn more about social opt-in and how brands use it...