Blockchain Use Cases and Concepts in Sports: A Systematic Review

2022 | European Conference On Information Systems | Citations: 3

Authors: Schellinger, Benjamin; Ante, Lennart; Bauers, Sebastian

Abstract: Blockchain innovations such as digital fan tokens and non-fungible tokens (NFTs ... Expand

Abstract: Blockchain innovations such as digital fan tokens and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have garnered notable attention in the sports industry, yet the wider industry is struggling to keep up with the pace of digitalization. To harness the potential of blockchain technology, sports management practitioners and information systems (IS) researchers need to gain a much better understanding. Hence, the purpose of this study is to advance the theoretical understanding of blockchain in the sports sector. Thereby, we identify, consolidate, and classify blockchain use cases in the domain through a thorough review of the literature published to date. In addition, we (1) provide an overview and classification of blockchain use cases, (2) identify various opportunities for internal and external stakeholders to benefit from blockchain technology, and (3) derive a theoretical concept for blockchain technology regarding its properties, applications, and stakeholders. Furthermore, we (4) propose beneficial directions for future research in this emerging field. Collapse

Topics: blockchain database system cryptocurrency privacy esport

Methods: literature study structured literature research cluster analysis theoretical contribution literature sample

Analyzing the role of national culture on content creation and user engagement on Twitter: The case of Indian Premier League cricket franchises

2021 | International Journal of Information Management | Citations: 0

Authors: Deep Prakash, C.; Majumdar, Adrija

Abstract: The content generation strategy of a sports franchise determines whether the use ... Expand

Abstract: The content generation strategy of a sports franchise determines whether the user engagement increases or decreases on social media platforms. Thus, the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) is profound who generally decides and governs social media policies of the franchises. We show that the cultural differences between localCOO vis-a`-vis foreign-COO-governed sports franchises reflect in their content generation strategy and are also associated with user engagement. We use Hofstede’s cultural dimensions theory and extract relevant features from the tweets. Overall, the results show that user engagement is more when the content generation strategy is in alignment with fans’ national culture. The first contribution of our work is towards showing the incremental impact of power distance, individualism and collectivism on user engagement. The second contribution of our work is towards feature construction, feature selection and building authorship attribution classifiers to un­ derstand the content generation strategy. Prior literature shows that national culture impacts writing of online reviews. We investigate the role of national culture in social media content generation and user engagement and extend the literature. Our study is useful for organizations to understand the role of national culture in content generation and how it is related to user engagement. Collapse

Topics: Twitter social media national culture Facebook Instagram

Methods: machine learning support vector machine robustness check random forest classification regression analysis method

Theories: cultural dimensions theory

The show must go on - virtualisation of sport events during the COVID-19 pandemic

2021 | European Journal of Information Systems | Citations: 0

Authors: Westmattelmann, Daniel; Grotenhermen, Jan-Gerrit; Sprenger, Marius; Schewe, Gerhard

Abstract: Due to the high risk of COVID-19 transmission, many sport events, including orga ... Expand

Abstract: Due to the high risk of COVID-19 transmission, many sport events, including organised cycling competitions, have been cancelled. Nevertheless, staying active is important for individual well-being and professional athletes need to compete to earn their living. We propose that mixed-reality applications like ZWIFT allow people to conduct virtually mediated sports competitions, which resemble traditional sport realistically and could serve as a remedy for this contradiction. To test this proposition, we compare professional cyclists’ performance data from virtual competitions with data obtained from traditional cycling races and find that the physical activities are comparable. Thus, we contribute to the discussion on the distinctiveness of sports and eSport. Moreover, we interview 11 professional cyclists, who participated in virtual race series regarding their evaluation of the virtualisation of cycling events. Accordingly, we contribute to the literature on mixed-reality applications by focusing on user perceptions of a novel and physical dimension of virtually mediated interaction. Thereby, we apply the sports digitalisation framework proposed by Xiao et al. (2017). Professional athletes mainly perceive the virtualisation of sport as positive, but also mention some specific risks. Consequently, we derive implications for practice that include the supportive role of virtual sport to help master pandemics such as COVID-19. Collapse

Topics: pandemic virtual world esport computer hardware extended reality

Methods: qualitative interview sentiment analysis electrocardiography qualitative coding survey

The New Window to Athletes’ Soul – What Social Media Tells Us About Athletes’ Performances

2020 | HICSS | Citations: 0

Authors: Gruettner, Arne; Vitisvorakarn, Min; Wambsganss, Thiemo; Rietsche, Roman

Abstract: Professional sports has evolved from a game to an organization that has been cod ... Expand

Abstract: Professional sports has evolved from a game to an organization that has been codified, strategized, and commercialized. One factor that is shaping the sports industry is the pervasiveness of social media. On the one hand, social media is used as a powerful medium for distributing and getting news, engaging in topical discussions, and empowering brands. On the other hand, social media has become a crucial mouthpiece for athletes to interact with peers, share opinions, thoughts, and feelings. However, millions of followers, tweets, and likes later, researchers, practitioners, and athletes alike ask whether social media has an impact on an athlete’s performance. We conducted a social media usage and a sentiment analysis of 124,341 Twitter tweets extracted from 31 tennis athletes. We linked these data to 8,095 corresponding match day performances. The results show that high social media usage has a significant negative impact on athletes’ performance. Collapse

Topics: Twitter social media Facebook Instagram mobile phone

Methods: sentiment analysis Student's t-test parametric test statistical hypothesis test descriptive statistic

Theories: conflict theory

What We Know and What We Do Not Know About Digital Technologies in the Sports Industry

2019 | Americas Conference on Information Systems | Citations: 5

Authors: Gruettner, Arne

Abstract: Recent advances in Digital Technologies (DTs) have transformed various aspects ... Expand

Abstract: Recent advances in Digital Technologies (DTs) have transformed various aspects of how the sports industry operates and competes. Common applications of DTs on-and off-site the field of play include, for example, analytics solutions to improve players' performance, pricing predictions for ticket sales, or digital platforms to interact with fans. DTs further facilitate shared digital capabilities, thereby allowing for the integration of new stakeholders and thus giving rise to new digital ecosystems in the sports industry. However, Information Systems' (IS) research on DTs in the sports industry is still nascent. Hence, the role of DTs for the sports industry is not entirely understood. Therefore, we analyze how DTs shape the sports industry based on a concept-driven literature review. The analysis of 16 publications yields four groups of benefits that can be achieved by the usage of DTs for the stakeholders embedded in the digital ecosystem of the sports industry. Collapse

Topics: digital ecosystem information technology capability IS discipline organizational value disruptive innovation

Methods: literature sample literature study cluster analysis case study qualitative content analysis

Theories: disruptive innovation theory

Sports Digitalization: An Overview and A Research Agenda

2017 | International Conference on Information Systems | Citations: 57

Authors: Xiao, Xiao; Hedman, Jonas; Tan, Felix Ter Chian; Tan, Chee-Wee; Lim, Eric T.K.; Clemenson, Torkil; Henningsson, Stefan; Mukkamala, Raghava Rao; Vatrapu, Ravi; Hillegersberg, Jos van

Abstract: Ever since its first manifesto in Greece around 3000 years ago, sports as a fie ... Expand

Abstract: Ever since its first manifesto in Greece around 3000 years ago, sports as a field has accumulated a long history with strong traditions while at the same time, gone through tremendous changes toward professionalization and commercialization. The current waves of digitalization have intensified its evolution, as digital technologies are increasingly entrenched in a wide range of sporting activities and for applications beyond mere performance enhancement. Despite such trends, research on sports digitalization in the IS discipline is surprisingly still nascent. This paper aims at establishing a discourse on sports digitalization within the discipline. Toward this, we first provide an understanding of the institutional Sports DigitalizationThirty Eighth International Conference on Information Systems, Seoul 2017 2 characteristics of the sports industry, establishing its theoretical importance and relevance in our discipline; second, we reveal the latest trends of digitalization in the sports industry and unpack its implications for sports organizations; last, we propose an agenda for sports digitalization research in IS. Collapse

Topics: IS discipline web 2.0 expert system analytical information system user-generated content

Sports Analytics: Predicting Athletic Performance with a Genetic Algorithm

2016 | Americas Conference on Information Systems | Citations: 2

Authors: Cordes, Victor; Olfman, Lorne

Abstract: Existing predictive modeling in sports analytics often hinges on atheoretical as ... Expand

Abstract: Existing predictive modeling in sports analytics often hinges on atheoretical assumptions winnowed from a large and diverse pool of game metrics. Feature subset selection by way of a genetic algorithm to identify and assess the combinatorial advantage for a group of metrics is a viable option to otherwise arbitrary model construction. However, this approach concedes similar arbitrariness as there is no general strategy or common practice design among the tightly coupled nucleus of genetic operators. The resulting dizzying ecosystem of choice is especially difficult to overcome and leaves a residual uncertainty regarding true strength of output, specifically for practical implementations. This study transposes ideas from extreme environmental change into a quasi-deterministic extension of standard GA functionality that seeks to punctuate converged populations with individuals from auxiliary metas. This strategy has the effect of challenging what might otherwise be considered shallow fitness, thereby promoting greater trust in output against innumerable alternatives. Collapse

Methods: decision tree classification computational algorithm machine learning experiment descriptive statistic

Creating commercially compelling website-service encounters: an examination of the effect of website-service interface performance components on flow experiences

2011 | Electronic Markets | Citations: 0

Authors: Carlson, Jamie; O’Cass, Aron

Abstract: While the study of flow has attracted the interest of scholars seeking to unders ... Expand

Abstract: While the study of flow has attracted the interest of scholars seeking to understand its nature and effects on consumption related behaviors, it has received limited attention from Internet researchers seeking to understand factors controllable by firms which influence its formation. This study contributes to literature by examining the impact of consumer evaluations of website service interface performance components on the development of flow. The study also examines the moderating role of Internet self-efficacy. The analysis of data collected from consumers of organizations across two samples involved in the professional sport sector and e-retailing sector, indicate that the delivery of compelling website-service interface performance (via web-based components) is significantly related to the development of flow experiences. Collapse

Topics: website electronic commerce self efficacy internet technology marketing management

Methods: survey statistical hypothesis test regression analysis method multivariate statistics survival analysis