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

PART VII: Future Research