Sports Business
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Portland minor league sports teams generate $110 million in economic output
Annually, Portland's professional minor league sports teams inject over $110 million into Maine's economy, a figure rivaling some of the state's more prominent industries.
U.S. Open's $360 tickets signal a fan engagement crisis.
A grounds pass for the U.
Asia's Fitness Trade Shows Surge Amidst Calls for 2026 Cooperation
By 2026, at least ten reputable organizers are strategically orchestrating fitness trade shows across Asia, signaling an unprecedented, coordinated push for regional sports business cooperation.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi move cements his status as top earner
Cristiano Ronaldo, at 39, earned an astounding $260 million last year, securing his position as the world's highest-paid athlete.
NBA to launch local broadcast streaming hub in 2027-28
Thirteen NBA teams are scrambling to sign one-year broadcast deals for the 2026-27 season after the sudden collapse of their regional sports network partner, Main Street Sports Group.
Player Pay Soars as Collective Bargaining Agreements Shift Sports Economics
In 2022, the minimum salary for an MLB player soared to $700,000, marking the largest single-year increase in history and nearly five times the raise seen in the first year of the prior collective bar
PTPA Faces Lawsuit Over Internal Power Struggle Allegations
Within the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), a group formed to fight for player rights, a lawsuit alleges an 'illegal board' has seized control and ousted employees investigating miscond
NBA Europe Targets Revenue Structure for 2026 Bid Deadline
More than 120 prospective investors have expressed 'serious' interest in NBA Europe, with multiple bids for initial franchises already topping $1 billion, signaling an unprecedented financial commitme
Ron Rivera signs three-year Cal GM contract, starting March 2025
Ron Rivera's new three-year contract as Cal's football general manager, finalized on June 16, includes a guaranteed annual salary of $800,000, according to Sportico .
Oakland Athletics' stadium situation remains an abomination
Despite 56 years in Oakland, the Athletics averaged just 10,276 fans per game in 2023, the lowest attendance in MLB, as ownership actively pursued a move to Las Vegas, according to ESPN .
Consider Selling Your Priceless 2026 World Cup Ticket Now
A single World Cup ticket for a USMNT group stage match, initially purchased for a few hundred dollars, now commands thousands on resale platforms.
Angel City FC Names Amy Taylor CEO Amid Start Date Confusion
Angel City FC, the NWSL's most valuable franchise at $335 million, has named Amy Taylor as its new CEO, though her official start date is unclear due to conflicting reports.
Sports Super-Agents Flex Economic Influence as Top Clubs Eye Free Transfers
Despite being one of the world's most valuable midfielders, Bernardo Silva is reportedly set to leave Manchester City on a free transfer.
School sports commercialization is harming athletes, not helping them.
By the end of the first quarter of 2026, the SuperSport Schools app had amassed over 1.
Bears Board Prioritizes Indiana Stadium Site, Not Final
On June 4, the Chicago Bears board of directors voted to prioritize Hammond, Indiana, as the team's next stadium location, a concrete step that could shift one of the NFL's most iconic franchises acro
North American nations host the 2026 World Cup
In cities like Miami and Vancouver, local businesses face temporary closures and residents consider fleeing town.
French Open Men's Singles Popularity Surges, Media Rights Undervalued
The French Open's Opening Week drew a record 138,000 fans, while TNT's U.S. coverage saw a 36% audience lift.
Shedeur Sanders sets record with $17.7M in group licensing
Shedeur Sanders, before even playing a single NFL down, earned a staggering $17.