ABSTRACT
This book is unique in that it offers the first truly rigorous application of economic principles to its subject. The authors analyse:* the economic literature on sporting leagues* the demand for professional team sports* the players' labour market.Amongst the topics discussed are the US system of franchising and draft picks and the chances of thei
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part |2 pages
Section A The market, industry and firm in professional team sports
chapter 3|15 pages
The market structure of professional team sports leagues
The firm in professional team sports
part |2 pages
Section B The demand for professional team sports
part |2 pages
Section C The labour market in professional team sports