ABSTRACT

This book explores the global developments in sport leadership and practice.

Drawing on the vast and ever-growing leadership literature, the book examines advances in leadership theory and practice in the context of the challenges faced by those working in global sport management positions. It explores the various dimensions of leadership, with a particular focus on the development of leadership theory. It also looks at the operational and contextual elements of leadership in a global sport environment and finally reflects on the status quo, and explores future challenges and research opportunities for leadership and global sport management.

chapter 1|10 pages

Global sport leadership

Setting the scene

chapter 5|14 pages

Leadership and mega-events

chapter 7|13 pages

Leadership and sport-for-development (SFD)

chapter 8|15 pages

Leading high performance sport

chapter 9|24 pages

Failed leadership and professional sport

The case of #Sandpapergate

chapter 10|10 pages

Global sport leadership

Critical issues and future research