SBJ In-Depth: Motorsports
Published January 26, 2012A new year brings new opportunities for NASCAR to rev up its business. As the countdown begins for the green flag to wave at the Daytona 500, we will go under the hood and look at the marketing engines that can drive revenue and build enthusiasm among fans. Can NASCAR find a higher gear, and will its bolstered communications efforts improve messaging about the sport?
Publishing Date: Feb. 20 Ad Close: Feb. 6 Materials Close: Feb. 8. For more information, contact Julie Tuttle, National Director of Advertising at 212-500-0711 or jtuttle@sportsbusinessjournal.com.
Marketing and Sponsorship
Time For Another Round: MillerCoors Signs Extension With NASCAR, Penske Racing
Coca-Cola Bringing Polar Bears Back For SB Ad, Accompanying Social Media Campaign
Nike Unveils New "Platinum" Jersey Line To Be Worn By Nine College Hoops Teams
Nike Promotes NFL Jerseys In New Video Narrated By Michael Irvin
RBC Seen As One Of Pro Golf's Top Sponsors, But How Long Can It Last?
Pantene's Olympic Campaign To Include 11 London Hopefuls, Including Natalie Coughlin
Marketplace Roundup
Media
Plain Dealer's Tony Grossi Dropped From Browns Beat After Tweet About Randy Lerner
NBC Produced "Science Of NHL Hockey" Videos To Debut During All-Star Weekend
Bleacher Report Plans To Expand Lead Writer Program By Hiring Up To 20 Writers
After Three Weeks, Both MSG And TWC Say Companies Are Nowhere Near A Deal
Media Notes
Leagues and Governing Bodies
Franchises
Nationals Defend Not Signing Prince Fielder Despite Being Deemed The Front-Runner
Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, Richest Man In L.A., Might Join In Dodgers Bid
Ryan Braun Withdraws From Fan Fest As He Awaits Drug Test Appeal
Raiders Reportedly Finalizing Deal To Make Dennis Allen Next Head Coach
Lightning Fire Mascot Performer After Fight With Fan Makes YouTube
MLB Franchise Notes: Orange County Could See Boost From Angels Signings
Facilities
Samson Confirms New Venue Will Be Called Marlins Park Until Naming Rights Are Sold
Digital Ads Mark Phoenix' $8.6M Investment In Phase One Of Legends Entertainment District
Groundbreaking For Honda Center Entertainment Area Set For February
College Facility Notes: Renderings For Renovated Rupp Arena Unveiled