Facebook

Facebook is the most popular social media platform for local sporting clubs. It has been used by clubs to:

• post news and details of social events.

• set up 'closed' (secure) discussion groups for coaches, teams, members, sponsor groups and so forth. Discussion within these groups is generally not public - it is retained within the group.

• post club-related photos

• [Cricket] announce team selections or ask about player availability

• post match or event results or reports

• encourage light hearted exchanges ('banter') within the club

• [Athletics] maintain links with other clubs (for instance, to know when they are running events that your members may be able to enter)

• recognise special member achievements

• list upcoming fixtures or events

• engage with sponsors.