Chapter 476 Unique
Personally inviting fans to the players' box to watch the game?
As far as Jenkins can remember, this has never happened before. After all, the player box is too private and intimate, and such actions may often cross the line.
But from the perspective of publicity and public relations, this is actually a special means for players to break down the barriers between fans. Just look at the envious eyes of the fans around them and you can deeply feel the emotions surging in the air.
So, is this true of Gawain? Jenkins never took his eyes off Gawain.
Look at the two simple middle-aged fans, and then look at Gao Wen, whose eyes are full of sincerity and a little nervous. His every move reveals a little worry about being rejected or too offensive. At this moment, you can really feel Gao Wen's immaturity. After all, he is just a 19-year-old college student.
Jenkins was willing to believe that Gao Wen's invitation was sincere and not for PR image or publicity packaging.
To be honest, if it was just for publicity, he could just buy tickets for the fans; but now Gao Wen is inviting friends to a private family party, which makes people feel the bond behind the invitation.
Things seemed to become understandable.
Then you can see——
Tate covered his mouth in disbelief, his eyes filled with astonishment and surprise, and he tried his best to suppress the urge to swear on the spot.
Meng Xiushan was also a little surprised, his eyes slightly warmed, but he still smiled, "Of course, Gao Wen, it's our honor."
He took the initiative to stretch out his right hand, and one could faintly see that his right hand was trembling slightly. He tried his best but could not control his excitement.
"Meng, my name is Meng." Meng Xiushan introduced himself.
Gao Wen held Meng Xiushan's right hand. "Meng? Full name?"
Meng Xiushan realized at this moment that he had lived in the United States for so many years that he was used to introducing himself in this way because the locals did not like to say his full name. However, Gao Wen in front of him did not need to do so, and then he continued to speak, "Meng Xiushan, my name is Meng Xiushan."
Meng Xiushan himself didn't realize that his voice was trembling slightly uncontrollably. He couldn't remember the last time he introduced himself with his full name.
"Meng Xiushan, nice to meet you." Gao Wen spoke in standard Chinese with a little bit of the soft language of the Jiangnan water town, which caught Meng Xiushan off guard and made him burst into a big smile, but his eyes were covered with a thin layer of mist, revealing a rare embarrassed look.
Gao Wen took the initiative to step forward and gave Meng Xiushan a hug, and then hugged Tate.
Tate held Gawain's right hand with both of his own, and could not help but jump gently on the spot, like a flea, "My name is Brad, Brad Tate."
"Dear Brad Tate, thank you for coming to watch my game." Gao Wen showed a perfect smile.
It was not until Gawain signed the jerseys of the two uncles and provided autograph services to other fans that he left the training ground, ending today's field training. He would then need to go to the gym for some recovery training.
However, the training ground was not quiet.
The fans' excitement and excitement continued to erupt like a volcano, and the chattering discussions continued to spread and boil under the scorching sun. The enthusiastic fans surrounded the two middle-aged uncles and talked about their relationship with Gao Wen.
The truth spread by word of mouth.
Jenkins soon learned the whole story. It turned out that these two middle-aged fans were the ones who learned about Gowen in Binghamton and became Gowen's fans for the first time. It turned out that these two middle-aged fans once made a pinky promise with Gowen half-jokingly, and now they came to fulfill their promise, and Gowen also returned his promise.
I see.
For the two blue-collar workers, the mere fact that they can come to New York is an expense. Even if they can buy tickets to watch the game at the Arthur Ashe Stadium, considering that this is the final, the ticket prices will probably be hyped up, and they probably won't be able to buy a very good seat.
But now all the problems have been solved.
This is fate, but also a bond.
Looking at the moved fans in front of him, Jenkins became more and more determined in his judgment. Perhaps there are more qualities worth exploring in this 19-year-old young man, unique qualities.
Until Tobias showed up and interrupted his thoughts.
"I only have five minutes."
They had just met and hadn't even said hello when Tobias started to complain mercilessly.
Jenkins was not angry, though. He and Tobias were good friends, old friends who had known each other before entering the workplace. They also established a long-term cooperative relationship after entering their respective careers. Not only had their friendship not been eroded, but it had become even closer and more familiar than when they were in college.
Obviously, Tobias was deliberately making things difficult for him and was speaking up for Gawain.
Jenkins didn't argue and simply apologized, "Sorry."
Tobias was a little surprised. He looked up at Jenkins. He didn't expect Jenkins to "lower his head". "Are you representing yourself or Nike?"
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"Nike," Jenkins admitted very simply, "We know we made mistakes. We also know we foolishly missed too many opportunities. We have no room for excuses, but at least we can sincerely apologize."
As soon as they met, Jenkins lowered his posture and stopped making glib jokes. Instead, he showed rare decisiveness and directness.
In fact, this is equivalent to giving up the initiative. Gawain's side has the upper hand and giving up the initiative is equivalent to allowing Tobias to ask for an exorbitant price.
This is not normal, at least not for a giant of Nike's level. Even if Gao Wen has great potential, it is not worth it for the giants in the industry to be so humble.
But Tobias had to admit: it was great, because he had never seen Nike or Adidas willing to lower its stance, never.
Tobias raised an eyebrow. "Such a low profile makes me feel uneasy. I feel like there's a big trap in front of me."
Jenkins laughed. "Apologizing is a way of showing sincerity. We are willing to admit our mistakes and show our sincerity. Believe me, John, we all know that things have gone off the track."
Tobias thought about it, but couldn't help but complain, "But isn't it too late? Adidas had already taken action before the quarterfinals. In comparison, you guys are like an 80-year-old old lady."
"Sorry," Jenkins apologized again.
Apologize once, and it feels good; apologize twice, and it feels a little weird; apologize three times, and it feels creepy.
Tobias squinted his eyes and looked at Jenkins. The agent's vigilance immediately stood up. "Tell me, what are you planning?"
Jenkins laughed happily. "John, of course we know that Adidas is making frequent moves, and we also know that other brands are eyeing it, but you need to know that we are Nike. We either don't make a move, or if we do, we must hit the target."
These understated words show strong confidence. Whether you are willing to admit it or not, Nike is the only company in the world that has such capabilities.
(End of this chapter)