Asian esports organization Team SMG is partnering with energy drink brand Mate Mate to become the organization’s official energy drink partner. Mate Mate is based in Singapore and currently sells energy drinks in carbonated and powder forms, utilizing its brand-backed mate tea to provide players with herbal benefits.
Known as a popular musician and composer in Asia, JJ Lin created the esports squad Team SMG in 2017. Dota 2, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, and VALORANT are some games in which Team SMG currently has rosters.
"It’s important for our players to stay energised and refreshed during long hours of matches, and we’re thrilled to have Mate Mate to help us achieve that for our Singaporean rosters," said Orrin Xu, General Manager of Team SMG.
Asian Esports Energy Drinks
Team SMG Partners with Mate Mate Energy Drink for the 2023 Season
Trend Themes
1. Esports Energy Drinks - The rise of esports has created opportunities for energy drink brands to partner with gaming organizations and provide players with the required energy boost during lengthy matches.
2. Herbal Energy Drinks - Brands like Mate Mate are creating herbal-based energy drink formulas aimed at providing players with the benefits of natural ingredients during gaming sessions.
3. Brand Sponsorship in Esports - Esports organizations are partnering with brands to secure sponsorship deals, providing brands with the opportunity to tap into the lucrative esports market.
Industry Implications
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2. Esports Industry - Esports organizations have an opportunity to secure brand sponsorship and generate revenue, while also helping their players perform at their best with the help of energy drink partnerships.
3. Herbal Supplements Industry - The herbal supplements industry has an opportunity to develop energy drink formulas aimed at the esports market, leveraging natural ingredients to provide players with the benefits of herbal supplements during gaming sessions.