From professional team sports to international events such as the
Olympics and Tour de France, the modern sports industry continues
to attract a large number of spectators and participants. This
book, edited by John K. Wilson and Richard Pomfret, analyzes the
economic evolution of sports over the last 150 years, from a
pastime activity to a big business enterprise. It begins at a time
when entrepreneurs and players first started making money from
professional sports leagues, through to the impact of radio and TV
in the twentieth century, and on to the present day. Using examples
from sports across the world, the chapters cover such important
issues as player migration, labor market restrictions, stadium
arrangements and the rise and fall of workplace provisions. Unlike
most sports economic texts, the contributors featured here provide
insights into the historical origins of many practices and policies
peculiar to the industry. This historical perspective casts light
onto the development of practices, such as labor market regulations
and public policies, which have become more prevalent in the modern
age. The non-technical, user-friendly nature of this book will
appeal to many students, particularly those enrolled in sports
economics courses - a field of study which is increasingly common.
Academics will also find this book to be a timely reference for
their research and teaching. Contributors include: L. Borrowman, A.
Carter, J. Cranfield, L. Frost, A.K. Halabi, K. Inwood, A. Kawaura,
S. La Croix, M. Lightbody, J.-F. Mignot, R. Pomfret, J.A. Ross, W.
Vamplew, J.K. Wilson
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