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Fan Sportscaster Platforms

Rabble Invites Sports Enthusiasts to Broadcast Matches for Each Other

— April 7, 2015 — Tech
Between close-ups and replays, it's hard to beat the video coverage of sporting events, yet Rabble sets the spotlight upon an area that could use improving. Plenty of basketball, soccer, football and hockey fans have grown tired of listening to the dialogue of familiar sportscasters, and they're craving an audio alternative.

Calling its new system 'Audio Democracy,' Rabble.TV is a auditory social networking and social media platform that invites the sports supporter to verbalize his own play-by-play, sharing it with his online circles for anyone to listen. Users can rate each other's broadcasting abilities, with extra points counted for knowledge, humor, spirit and general enthusiasm. Anyone can sign up for a Rabble account and participate by means as passively as listening to others. This unique sports streaming app makes brings more variety, customization and community to watching sports on TV.
Trend Themes
1. User-generated Play-by-play Commentary - The trend of user-generated audio commentary for live sports events creates opportunities for sports media outlets to further engage with their audiences by tapping into the creativity and insight of sports enthusiasts.
2. Auditory Social Networking - The trend of auditory social networking for live sports events can be an effective way for sports media outlets to create more meaningful interactions with their audiences, while providing fans with a unique and engaging way to express their passion and knowledge for the game.
3. Customized Sporting Experiences - The trend of customized sporting experiences, where fans are offered alternative ways to engage with live events, provides opportunities for new Player-Driven Audio platforms and by offering more fan-focused services within the broadcasting industry.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Broadcasting - By incorporating fan-driven audio commentary and social networking, sports broadcasters can create more engaging and unique experiences for fans, while also tapping into the creativity and knowledge of sports enthusiasts.
2. Live Event Streaming - Incorporating user-generated play-by-play commentary can lead to more engaging and interactive live sports event streams that offer fans a more customized experience.
3. Social Media Platforms - Auditory social networking platforms for live sports offers new avenues for social media platforms to incorporate user-generated content and drive more engagement on their platforms.
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