Net began as a simplefan site 14 years ago but has since blossomed into a leading online resource for details on Disneyland, Walt Disney World and Disney Cruise Line.
The startup has always offered an easy way for anyone to create a website or Facebook fan page using its simple templates and easy drag-and-drop interface.
To count the number of likes or tweets may be easy, but to uncover insights and trends in fan preferences, emotions, and behavior may not be as simple.
Whether because of his interesting backstory, his funky pitches, or the simple fact that the guy has been winning and giving hope to a fan base that was devoid of such when contemplating their 2012 chances of contending in the National League East, the Dickey Effect upon attendance is very real.