After a strong launch in 2024, the United Football League’s second season is facing new challenges. Television viewership has declined from its debut highs, with most games now averaging around 600,000 viewers. While some markets—like St. Louis—continue to draw impressive crowds, others are seeing slower ticket sales. In this episode, we explore what’s behind the dip in viewership, how fan engagement is evolving, and what this could mean for the future of spring football. We also look at how the league might adjust—whether through improved marketing, community engagement, or changes to game-day presentation. Whether you're a die-hard spring football fan or just curious about the UFL's progress, this episode offers insights into the road ahead.

#UFL #SpringFootball #SportsViewership #FootballRatings #UFLRatings #SportsBusiness #TelevisionRatings #FootballAnalysis #SportsMedia #UFLChampionship2025 #BusinessOfSport #SportsStrategy #MediaRights #FootballEconomics #coachrosenbaum

https://coachrosenbaum.wordpress.com/2025/06/11/ufl-viewership-crash-why-spring-footballs-future-is-at-risk/

China’s Bold Olympic Gamble: Building 5 Million Flag Football Players in 3 YearsIn this episode, Coach Rosenbaum delves into China's ambitious plan to cultivate 5 million flag football players within three years, aiming to establish a formidable presence in the sport's Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Broadcasting from Ningbo, the birthplace of this initiative, the discussion explores the Chinese Rugby Football Association's (CRFA) dual strategy: rapidly expanding grassroots participation and developing elite-level talent. The episode examines the challenges of late entry into the sport, the necessity for standardized coaching and officiating, and the broader implications of China's centralized sports development model, known as the "Juguo Tizhi." This bold endeavor not only seeks Olympic success but also aims to position China as a global leader in flag football.

#Olympic2028 #CRFA #Flagfootball #NFLFLag #WorldGames2025 #AmericanFootballChina #coachrosenbaum

https://coachrosenbaum.wordpress.com/2025/06/05/chinas-bold-olympic-gamble-building-5-million-flag-football-players-in-3-years/

College football has transformed into a high-stakes, professional-like arena, with top programs investing over $40 million annually in player rosters due to the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) policies. This shift has turned recruiting into a strategic, financially driven process, where athletes' marketability and potential ROI are as crucial as their on-field performance. The traditional depth chart has evolved into a complex valuation system, reflecting the new economics of college athletics.

#NIL #collegefootball #NILdeals #collegerecruiting #transferportal #studentathletes #collegeathletics #sportsbusiness #CFB2025 #coachrosenbaum

https://coachrosenbaum.wordpress.com/2025/05/27/why-college-football-rosters-are-now-worth-40-million-and-how-nil-changed-everything/