Sports marketing differs from industrial product marketing in terms of concept and size. The analytical approach and discussion of the concept and dimensions of sports marketing, which is a developing science, will contribute to the literature and practitioners of sports marketing. One of the dimensions of sports marketing is "marketing through sports". In this context, the purpose of our study is to discuss the concept and content of "marketing through sports" which is one of the dimensions of sports marketing. Our study was carried out with analytical and screening methods. As is known, the analytical method is based on conceptualization by questioning. Ideas cannot enter human life without conceptualization, which means they cannot find a place for themselves in practice. In this context, "marketing through sports" concept is discussed and its place and dimensions in sports marketing are tried to be determined by the analytical method. "Marketing through sports" occurs when individuals or organizations use sports to market their goods and services, or use sports as a means of directly or indirectly reaching their target group. Individuals or organizations can make use of the following alternatives when performing "marketing through sports"; to establish sports clubs and actively engage in sports activities; to support (undertake sponsorship) any sports event, team, activity or athlete, and to obtain name rights for sports venue (Türk Telekom Arena), league (Turkish Super League), club (Vestel Manisa); to make and participate in various sports organizations to assist in business connection; to use athletes in advertising of goods and services; and benefit from viral advertisements, which can be called a type of products used by athletes that are appreciated on social media or a form of word-of-mouth marketing adapted to the internet world; to do license (Çilek furniture or Taç curtain)or productive actions.
Primary Language | Turkish |
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Subjects | Sports Medicine |
Journal Section | Collection |
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Publication Date | March 17, 2020 |
Published in Issue | Year 2020 |