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/

Explore how the Canadian Football League (CFL) can achieve significant growth through strategic global expansion. This episode discusses the CFL's current standing, compares it with other major leagues, and presents a playbook for revenue growth and increased fan engagement. Learn about the potential of digital platforms, international partnerships, and data-driven strategies in shaping the future of the CFL.

#CFL #GlobalExpansion #SportsBusiness #RevenueGrowth #FanEngagement #coachrosenbaum

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https://coachrosenbaum.wordpress.com/2025/05/21/how-the-cfl-can-win-big-the-untold-playbook-for-global-expansion-and-revenue-growth/