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Surveying The Landscape Of Virtual Reality Use Across College Football

In a society of never ending possibilities, technology is continuously keeping us on our feet, and making us stay on the cutting edge to be ahead of the competition. Well, it’s no different within the college football world, with new technology not only being used within practice, but within recruiting. Take, for example, the idea […]

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A.S. Roma Crowdsourced Website Improvement Ideas On Reddit

Last week, football club A.S. Roma did what’s probably the most 21st century thing ever—they crowdsourced ideas for redesigning their website on Reddit. Paul Rogers, who works on the media side for Roma, realized that they needed an overhaul when the website was voted the 6th worst of all the Champions League team websites.  Instead […]

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NBA Gets Serious About Time Keeping And Partners With Swiss Watchmaker

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and watchmaker Tissot announced a multiyear partnership on Monday that will make Tissot the official timekeeper for the NBA, the WNBA, and the NBA D-League. The deal, which was the most expensive in Tissot’s 162-year history, was also the company’s first with a major North American sports league.  The partnership […]

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When Virtual Becomes Reality In Horse Racing

Have you ever wanted to see what your favorite player sees on the field? Do you ever wish to be taken into their world for a bit of time to feel the adrenaline they feel while competing? Believe it or not, this alternative reality you desire to live in for a brief moment does exist…for […]

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Denver Broncos Hop On Board The Twitter Vending Machine Trend

Last Sunday afternoon, the Denver Broncos debuted the NFL’s first Twitter-powered vending machine. Sponsored by Bud Light, the vending machine prompts fans to tweet a specific message and a unique hashtag, after which it dispenses a special prize.  The machine vends 200 prizes, including ticket upgrades, merchandise, skis signed by former quarterback Jake Plummer, and ski […]

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