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# Athlete-Endorsed Strawberry Milk Giveaways
Nesquik to Give Away a Drink if DK Metcalf Qualifies

By Grace Mahas | Published 2021-05-06 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dk-metcalf-qualifies
References: [twitter](https://twitter.com/Nesquik/status/1390344482198106114)

[Nesquik](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nestl-nesquik-cinnamon-churro) recently announced a new campaign with pro football wide receiver DK Metcalf that could result in fans getting free Strawberry Milk. If DK Metcalf, a "self-proclaimed Strawberry Milk Connoisseur" and a long-time Nesquik fan, qualifies in the 100M Dash on Sunday, May 9th, the brand will give fans the athlete's favorite drink – Strawberry Milk.

If DK Metcalf qualifies, Nesquik will share to [Twitter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mtn-dew-pitch-black-eclipse-edition) a link where fans can enter for a chance to win the athlete's beloved beverage. Selected winners will receive a case of free Nesquik Strawberry Milk, while supplies last.

Fans can follow the qualifying results through Nesquik's Twitter page and stay up to date on the pro football wide receiver's progress.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.0/10
- Popularity: 28% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 10%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Athlete-endorsed Product Giveaways:** Brands partnering with popular athletes to give away their favorite products can increase product exposure and attract new customers.
- **Social Media Contest Marketing:** Holding a social media contest with easy entry requirements can generate buzz, increase followers, and improve brand engagement.
- **Niche Product Marketing:** Focusing marketing efforts on a specific product or flavor and promoting it as a favorite of a well-known athlete can differentiate a product from competitors and increase brand loyalty.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Beverage Industry:** Beverage companies can leverage athlete endorsements to expand their customer base and differentiate their products from competitors.
- **Sports Industry:** Brands can partner with athletes to promote products and increase brand exposure among sports fans.
- **Social Media Industry:** Social media platforms can provide valuable marketing opportunities for brands looking to increase engagement and exposure.

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