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BBL: Highest average attendance since the 2017–18 season
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Membership: Highest base in five years + strong YoY growth in member numbers and revenue
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Hospitality: 24% year-on-year revenue growth, exceeding commercial targets
One of the most recognised teams in the Big Bash League (BBL), the Adelaide Strikers are known for their passionate fan base, electrifying match-day atmosphere, and home-ground advantage at the iconic Adelaide Oval. Each season, the Strikers connect with a diverse audience—from grassroots fans to premium corporate guests—across BBL, WBBL, Membership, and Hospitality.
Campaign Period: July 2024 – January 2025
Platforms Used: Radio & Podcasts, OOH – Billboards, Street Furniture, Transit, Meta, Display, Print
The Challenge:
The Adelaide Strikers required a multi-faceted marketing strategy to deliver on four key campaign objectives:
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Maximise BBL season engagement and grow attendance
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Build WBBL excitement and audience interest
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Drive record membership growth and improve renewal rates
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Elevate corporate hospitality offerings to engage professionals and decision-makers
The Solution:
Oddy Media partnered with the Strikers to build and execute a dynamic, season-long campaign tailored to different audience segments and goals.
Key Strategies:
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Membership: Meta ads, OOH, radio, digital and print creative focused on loyalty, urgency, and team pride
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Hospitality: Premium placements in CBD office towers, curated podcast ads, and print to drive bookings
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BBL & WBBL: Player-led content, countdown creative, and fixture-based messaging across billboards, buses, social media, and radio
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Multi-touch reinforcement: Targeted eDMs, digital display, and print to boost visibility and convert interest into action
The Results:
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BBL: Highest average attendance since the 2017–18 season
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Membership: Highest base in five years + strong YoY growth in member numbers and revenue
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Hospitality: 24% year-on-year revenue growth, exceeding commercial targets
The Feedback:
“Oddy Media have been a great alignment for SACA, helping us grow SACA memberships, drive Adelaide Strikers ticket sales, and support our membership acquisition strategy. Greg is personable, agile, and quick to pivot with market trends — a crucial trait in sport. He’s not just a contractor but an extension of our team, working with us to achieve our goals. I’d highly recommend any business align with Greg, especially those looking to grow.”
Sam Elliott - General Manager Commercial, SACA