Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/10419/318833 
Year of Publication: 
2024
Citation: 
[Journal:] Business Systems Research (BSR) [ISSN:] 1847-9375 [Volume:] 15 [Issue:] 1 [Year:] 2024 [Pages:] 91-109
Publisher: 
Sciendo, Warsaw
Abstract: 
Background Understanding the motivations behind consumer engagement on sports club social media can help clubs and marketers tailor their strategies to better connect with fans, fostering deeper loyalty and more meaningful interactions. By identifying what drives fans to engage-whether it is a genuine love for the brand or the pursuit of rewards-clubs can create more targeted content that not only boosts engagement but also strengthens the overall fan experience and community. Objectives This study explores the impact of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation on consumer engagement with sports club social media, utilising the theoretical framework of Uses and Gratifications Theory. Methods/Approach: Using structural equation modelling and network analysis, different motivational factors, such as internal and external motivation, were analysed to determine their influence on engagement behaviours. Results The findings reveal that both intrinsic motivations (e.g., personal identity, entertainment, and brand love) and extrinsic motivations (e.g., rewards, empowerment, and social interaction) significantly affect consumer engagement. Intrinsic motivations were strong predictors of high-quality engagement behaviours, including meaningful commenting and active participation in discussions. In contrast, extrinsic motivations, particularly the role of social interaction, were more associated with the frequency of posting and sharing content. Conclusions These results underscore the importance of understanding the diverse motivational drivers behind consumer interactions with sports club social media to enhance fan engagement and loyalty.
Subjects: 
intrinsic and extrinsic motivations
social media engagement
sports clubs
JEL: 
M31
L83
Z20
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Document Type: 
Article

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