The UFC is not the only MMA organization using a promotion on Facebook to attract fans. In lieu of its March 5thevent in Columbus, Ohio, Strikeforce is using its Facebook page to conduct a contest for young women who aspire to be a Strikeforce Ring Girl. Facebook users that “Like” the Strikeforce fan page can […]
First international TUF likely in Philippines this year
MMA Weekly reports that the ongoing UFC reality show, The Ultimate Fighter, will have its first international show in 2011, likely in the Philippines. Dana White made this announcement during a conference call Tuesday. Via MMA Weekly: “This year,” White confirmed about when an international “Ultimate Fighter” will debut. “I’m pretty sure the first one’s probably […]
Form Athletics releases Vegas-inspired video to support new clothing line
Form Athletics released a video supporting its Fall 2011 clothing line. With its tagline: “Finally a brand you’ll want to wear,” it looks to be more than just t-shirt designs. The video shows the Form stable including Urijah Faber, Mark Munoz, Jon Jones (shooting pool in the shadows), Chad Mendes, Joseph Benavidez, Scott Jorgenson and Anthony Pettis. Payout […]
WWE leads way in social media
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s triumphant return to Monday Night Raw to announce that he will host Wrestlemania XXVII was fueled by Johnson’s Facebook page. In fact, a recent article on social media blog Mashable spoke with WWE’s digital team to discuss its social media strategy. The WWE identified 4 parts to its strategy. Learn from […]
Jones’ agent merges with another sports agency
Jon Jones’ agent, Malki Kawa, has joined forces with a sports management agency to form Authentic Sports Management. The agency will have offices in New York, Los Angeles and South Florida. Via Authentic Sports Management press release: Entrepreneur and business owner Glenn Robinson and entertainment manager Jon Rubinstein announce the establishment of Authentic Sports Management (ASM) […]