Category: College Athletes
Every once in a while, we decide to write something about what's going on in the world of sports marketing.

What we would change if we ran the NCAA
Posted on October 7, 2024
What if Paul and Brandon were in charge of the NCAA? The NCAA oversees collegiate sports, organizing championships, and setting rules for over 1,100 schools, across three divisions. But what if Knox Sport’s, Paul Sickmon and University of Tennesee’s Brandon Parks were in charge of the NCAA? It might look like making some changes to…
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College Football Opening Day Stories with Paul and Brandon
Posted on September 20, 2024
Football Opening Day Stories With anticipation at an all-time high, college football opening day has arrived. In the latest episode of Knox Talk, Paul Sickmon and Brandon Parks discuss the optimism that comes as every team starts off undefeated. But they also reflect on the rollercoaster of emotions that comes with the kickoff of the…
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Finding Success With Small Budgets in Sports Sponsorships
Posted on July 25, 2024
In the dynamic world of sports sponsorships, success isn’t always about the size of your budget but rather how effectively you leverage it. Clients that are limited in the amount of money they can spend on sponsorship, are still able to be involved in the realm of sport in an impactful way. Maximizing Limited Dollars…
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Managing Multiple Partners in the Same Category
Posted on March 7, 2024
Managing multiple partners in the same category can be very complex. It requires a strategic approach that can ensure that each partner is receiving the attention and benefits they expect. Although dealing with multiple partners in the same category can be difficult, it is important to manage that conflict, and have clear communication and a…
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How non-profits can find success is sports sponsorships
Posted on March 7, 2024
Most people don’t usually think of sports when it comes to helping save lives. However, universities across the nation have partnered with non-profit organizations in order to help spread their message. Sports bring people together. Most Americans love to watch sports. They grow a special connection with their favorite teams, specifically colleges and universities. You’ll…
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Client Perspective: Gus’s Fried Chicken
Posted on September 7, 2022
In the world of sports sponsorship, it isn’t always about the large deals or companies when it comes to measuring success.. There are lots of deals that are done with smaller, local companies to help their brand and business growth, and in this case, it was looked at through the lens of Gus’s Fried Chicken.…
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How to Sell Sponsorships with Hot and Cold Properties
Posted on August 4, 2022
It is not always sunshine and rainbows in college sports. Not every team or school can win a national championship every year. But, it is still possible to sell sponsorship deals at hot and cold properties. How do we keep sponsors happy when things are not going great? It all starts with a relationship. In…
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Coaches Shows
Posted on June 29, 2022
In sports, coaches may be considered one of the most beloved or hated pieces of an organization. This is based mostly on the perception that their fan base has of them. Coach shows have quickly become one of the most popular additions to a school’s radio schedule due to the influence that coaches have. Incorporating…
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Sponsorship Renewals
Posted on June 23, 2022
Sponsorship renewals are the ability for your company to retain a current client rather than find a new one. In sports, there are so many elements that go into a renewal including timing, the energy given by both sides, and the frequency of check-ins. Today, one of the easiest ways to retain a client and ensure…
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Integrating Sports Sponsorships with Universities
Posted on March 24, 2022
In today’s day and age sponsorships play a huge role not only in pro sports but in college sports as well. If you have ever experienced a college gameday weekend you see sponsorship tents, trick shots done by fans, and even ESPN College Gameday Built by the Home Depot at select colleges. These are all…
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