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 ofThe SAGE Handbook of Sports Economicshave 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 EconomyPART II: Amateur Sports Participation, Supply and ImpactPART III: Professional Team SportsPART IV: Professional Sports LeaguesPART V: Sports Events and their ImpactsPART VI: Individual SportsPART VII: Future Research