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Oxide and Friends

A Baseball Startup with Paul Freedman and Bryan Carmel

Apr 17, 2024
01:13:11
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Join Bryan, Adam, Steve, and special guests Paul Freedman and Bryan Carmel, co-founders of the Oakland Ballers, discussing founding a baseball team, special player moments, pioneer league, community engagement, and former player JT Snow's involvement in the project.
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Quick takeaways

  • Community engagement was pivotal in the success of the Oakland Ballers baseball team, involving residents in decisions and incorporating their feedback.
  • Limited edition hat drops combined with strategic branding honored Oakland's baseball history and led to quick merchandise sellouts.

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Creating a Team with Community Engagement in Mind

The team behind the new baseball endeavor in Oakland focused on engaging the community by choosing a historic park and involving residents in the decision-making process. They canvassed door-to-door and held community meetings to incorporate local feedback and ensure the project aligned with neighborhood values.

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