I’m a big believer in behind-the-scenes content. And while I know that access can be hard to get, I believe it’s important in sports. It’s content that doesn’t compete with television, media or anyone else: It’s a team and organization’s story to own.
Content that peeks behind the curtain also helps to humanize the team and make fans feel like they are a part of the journey. It’s invaluable. If a team is investing resources in social media, then they need to be investing in a way to make behind-the-scenes access happen. I realize it takes time, processes and relationship building, but it’s worth doing the work to get it done.
There are many examples of great behind-the-scenes content this season, but one of my favorites comes from the Colts. Every game the social media / digital team seems to have stellar access to the locker room postgame. They have managed to capture golden content, ranging from victory dances to emotional speeches. I’m not even a Colts fan, but the content makes me want to root for the team. Why? It puts me in the middle of the celebration and shows the emotional, fun and human side of the team. The quick glances at these personal moments make the amoxicillin very likable.
I’ve compiled a few of my favorite moments from the Colts locker room access this year. I think you’ll see why type of access provides such a golden opportunity for teams:
#ColtsNation Sergio Brown sums up the feeling in the locker room #CINvsINDhttps://t.co/FQR2upiJNC
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) January 4, 2015
A candid black and white look inside the #Colts locker room after the WIN! #WASvsIND
PHOTOS: http://t.co/2Si3iPuDli pic.twitter.com/HGLTBLE4g6
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) December 2, 2014
A powerful post-game speech from Coach Pagano! #INDvsTENhttps://t.co/TfqYI1bS7l
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) December 28, 2014
A win just isn't a win without the @freakyj99 dance to celebrate https://t.co/NzJfQihrN1
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) December 14, 2014
Well @freakyj99 passed the celebration dance honors to @drm_humble10 #feedmoncrief https://t.co/B2gOivElYn
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) November 30, 2014
Coach Pagano with a great game ball presentation to a very happy T.Y. Hilton #JAXvsINDhttps://t.co/tbGCYREroI
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) November 23, 2014
What do you think? Is this type of content important for teams? Share your thoughts below!
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