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KUTFTBL – Paid Search Marketing

Project Objectives and Goals:

When KUTFTBL partnered with us, they were facing a critical challenge in their paid search strategy. Their previous agency had implemented a Google Ads strategy that relied exclusively on Performance Max campaigns. While this approach had demonstrated profitability, it revealed significant inefficiencies that needed to be addressed, particularly as the competitive landscape intensified.

The core challenge was twofold. First, Google’s broad targeting approach through Performance Max resulted in considerable ad spend wastage on non-relevant terms, stemming from the platform’s limited understanding of KUTFTBL’s specific market and product positioning. Second, the landscape had become increasingly competitive with several new players entering the pre-scrunched socks market. These competitors brought substantial financial resources and higher public brand recognition, threatening KUTFTBL’s market position.

Our objectives were clear:

  1. Optimize ad spend by eliminating waste on irrelevant search terms
  2. Defend KUTFTBL’s market position against well-funded competitors
  3. Maintain or improve ROAS while scaling up campaign performance
  4. Ensure brand visibility in an increasingly crowded marketplace

Key Performance Metrics

  • 935% Increase in Total Purchases
  • 658% Increase in Revenue Generated
  • 15% improvement in Return on Ad Spend (ROAS)

The Solution

Our approach centered on creating a more sophisticated and controlled Google Ads strategy that would maximize efficiency while protecting KUTFTBL’s market position. Rather than completely abandoning Performance Max campaigns, which had shown potential, we implemented intelligent parameters to optimize their performance.

The cornerstone of our solution was the development of strategic “fencing” around the Performance Max campaigns. These carefully crafted boundaries ensured that ad spend was directed exclusively toward terms and phrases most relevant to KUTFTBL’s target market. This approach was crucial in eliminating waste that could have severely impacted campaign performance in the newly competitive landscape.

Additionally, we developed defensive campaigns specifically designed to counter the conquesting efforts of larger competitors. This proactive approach was essential in protecting the market share that KUTFTBL had worked diligently to establish. Our strategy ensured that when potential customers searched for football equipment, KUTFTBL maintained strong visibility despite aggressive competition from better-funded rivals.

The results of our 45-day implementation, which ran during KUTFTBL’s crucial 4-month season, were exceptional:

  • 935% increase in purchase volume
  • 658% increase in revenue generated
  • 15% improvement in Return on Ad Spend (ROAS)

What makes these results particularly impressive is that they were achieved in a significantly more competitive market environment. Our team not only managed to capture additional market share but also improved overall campaign efficiency, as evidenced by the increased ROAS.

About The Client

KUTFTBL represents a unique success story in the competitive football equipment market. Founded by NFL veteran Kevin Kassis, the brand embodies a powerful philosophy: football equipment designed by players, for players. This authentic approach has allowed them to carve out a significant market position despite competing against established brands like Battle Sports and NXTRND.

What sets KUTFTBL apart is their unwavering commitment to meeting real player needs. Their signature product line of pre-scrunched socks emerged from a genuine understanding of player preferences and requirements. This initial success has fueled their expansion into complementary products, including arm sleeves, undershirts, and football ski masks, each developed with the same player-centric approach.

Despite operating with a smaller budget compared to their competitors, KUTFTBL has successfully maintained its market position through authenticity and deep understanding of player needs. Their success demonstrates that genuine connection with your target market can overcome larger marketing budgets. The brand has not just survived the entry of larger competitors into the market; it has thrived by staying true to its core mission of serving football players with products that truly understand their needs.