fan clubs: In other words, there's a lot happening on a year-round basis to enhance the public's interest in the B. League, according to The Japan Times. And it's all absolutely necessary. Entering season two of the B. League's existence, teams are bolstering their fan clubs, enticing sponsors to come on board, building their rosters, planting the seeds of future growth, among other objectives. ; All of these things, of course, help create legitimate fan and media interest and generate a buzz about budding and already heated rivalries. A large chunk of the 36 teams in the top two divisions have been in business for less than a decade, with many more joining the pro ranks over the past several years. Which is why summer clinics with Japanese youngsters, meet-and-greet events at local shopping centers from Hokkaido to Okinawa and appearances on radio and TV stations big and small help strengthen teams' bonds with local residents. They are figuring out what works to grow the business and dealing with the ups and downs that happen as a result.
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