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Sports economics is a well-established and dynamic area of study; a key component in the fields of sport management, sport science and sport studies, as well as in other areas of economics, finance and management. Covering amateur to professional sports, individual events and organised tournaments, this Handbook provides an authoritative contribution to the understanding of sport in the economy. The editors of The SAGE Handbook of Sports Economics have brought together a global team of respected scholars to create this benchmark collection of insights into sports economics. Each chapter includes a study of a specific context in which issues arise in sports economics, a critical presentation of its main theoretical contributions, an overview of current research findings, and an outline of enquiry for future research. PART I: The Nature and Value of the Sports System and Economy; PART II: Amateur Sports Participation, Supply and Impact; PART III: Professional Team Sports; PART IV: Professional Sports Leagues; PART V: Sports Events and their Impacts; PART VI: Individual Sports; and PART VII: Future Research.
The Economics of Major League Soccer from the NASL to MLS: A Brief History of North American Professional Soccer
The Economics of Major League Soccer from the NASL to MLS: A Brief History of North American Professional Soccer
To begin with, in order to understand the economics, organizational structure, and strategies of Major League Soccer (MLS), it is necessary to consider the development of professional soccer in North America over the last 50 years. The first professional league, the North American Soccer League (NASL) began play in 1968 with 17 teams, but many of the teams experienced financial troubles, causing 12 teams to withdraw before the 1969 season began. However, once the league managed to overcome this initial crisis, it quickly ...
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