Merch Madness team-building opportunities

As we navigate through the final week of February, March planning begins and the annual NCAA tournament is at the top of many people’s lists. Take the opportunity to create a Merch Madness take by letting the hoops swag infiltrate your office life.?

Go for the slam dunk with these team-building ideas. Everyone can have the Caitlin Clark Effect with the right merch with your brand on it.

Fast Break

Any sporting event makes for the perfect reason to host a company lunch. Whether you are celebrating your favorite college hoops team or just acknowledging everyone’s hard work, a food day always brings people together. Make your team feel extra special with fresh company merch to increase their pride in what they do. A way to accomplish this is to give everyone a new branded cap to wear while they are out and about. Another way is to provide an updated water bottle that people can enjoy at work or courtside.?

Bracket Breaker

Want to go all in for March Madness? Host a fun competition to see which coworker can fill out the best bracket. Make the basketball tournament optional by creating your own company’s version of the bracket. Which employee can make the most paper balls into the recycling bin? Who can find an answer and send the fastest email response? Keep it fun for everyone involved. Each level can be completed with a fun prize with the company logo on it. You can give all participants a lanyard to acknowledge everyone. Then give prizes of a cooler bag or lunch box to make the taste of victory sweet.?

Nothing But Net

Show your employees you have high hopes for their success. Give all of your shooting stars a basketball-themed thank you basket to let them know you appreciate them. Basketball-shaped chocolate would be a fun way to incorporate the theme and provide a yummy snack. Make it a gift basket with a basketball-shaped stress ball or lip balm to put a smile on everyone’s face. Pump up the fun by including a branded basketball hoop to get some playtime in at work.??

A little friendly competition is always a great way to have a good time with your company. As March Madness draws near, it is a great time to consider planning out some fun company events. Whether you embrace the basketball theme or choose something unique to your company, be sure to include branded merch to say a special thank you.?

For more ideas on how to use merch for your next team-building activities, visit vernonpromotions.com or reach out to one of Vernon’s brand experts.