The Economics of Professional Team Sports
Author | : Paul Downward |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 280 |
Release | : 2000-09-07 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781134618484 |
ISBN-13 | : 1134618484 |
Rating | : 4/5 (84 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Economics of Professional Team Sports written by Paul Downward and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2000-09-07 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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