140 Pages
by
Routledge
140 Pages
by
Routledge
140 Pages
by
Routledge
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This fascinating collection of essays explores the complex economic, political, cultural and social claims over sport, from multi-disciplinary perspectives including philosophy, history, political science and management. The book seeks to uncover some of the tensions and dilemmas wrapped up within aspects of owning sport and attempts to make sense of the place, role, meaning and function of... Read more
Introduction, 1. Ownership of Sport: Philosophical Perspectives, 2. Ownership and the History of Sport, 3. Corporate Ownership of Sport, 4. Who Owns Community Sport?, 5. Politics, Policy and the Ownership of Sport, 6. Ownership of Sport for Development and Peace, 7. Who Owns Sport at Sport Mega Events?, 8. Towards a Framework for Understanding Who Owns Sport, Conclusion
Biography
Andrew Adams is Senior Academic in the Department of Sport and Physical Activity at Bournemouth University, UK.
Leigh Robinson is Professor of Sport Management and Pro Vice Chancellor at Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK.
