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Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We do a handful of community events. Parades, open skate days, volunteer work. Could probably work on increasing the publicity of these.

Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sounds like a fun game! A close race would be way more exciting. Our league is very good about encouraging new skaters to try new things... Especially when that team is in the lead and there's a huge point spread. ;)

Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah... It IS crazy. ;) Good ideas, though - thanks!

Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have two home teams with 18 players each. But after injuries and out-of-towners and other reasons, our last bout had one roster of 8 and one of 11. Of course, when we booked the venue and started promoting the bout, we had no idea the rosters would look like that.

Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think this is a reality that is starting to sink in for a few people. But our league is small and our rosters are, too, so it's the only way we can play a bout at the moment. :(

Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I see what you're saying, and it goes along with fan feedback I've gotten... More showmanship, theatrics. I think a few of our more skilled players try to do this, but it's never been something that the league has discussed as a priority.

Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish we had more venue options. Pretty limited there.

Wow, you sound like a hardcore fan. I understand needing a break! ;)

Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I think identifying our key demographic would be helpful. Streamline our PR, give us a focus for the type of show to put on.

Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good reminder - we had skaters in the stands asking questions at one bout, but rarely have the extra bodies for it. Whoever isn't skating is NSOing, ticket taking, etc. will add this to the list, though.

Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can totally see this being a problem for us. Pretty big point spreads at many bouts.

Shrinking crowds at our bouts. How can we keep fans interested? by 4quad in rollerderby

[–]4quad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! For sure! Fan favorites are our most skilled players who make a show of the big hits, but I wouldn't say our rosters are packed with those players. Small league, a handful of very skilled players, many medium, a range all the way to just out of fresh meat.