Sports Industry Research Articles

Exploring the nexus of digital technology and organizational change in non-profit sport organizations

ABSTRACT The sport industry is not immune to the force digital technology brings in facilitating organizational change in sport organizations. Consequently, the purpose of the study was to explore the nexus of digital technology and organizational change in sport organizations, specifically identifying the presence of smaller digital changes and larger digital transformations. A collective case study of five Canadian national sport organizations undergoing organizational change was conducted; data derived from 49 semi-structured interviews and 151 documents. Results indicated these organizations engaged in a variety of digital changes like incorporating Microsoft 365, Zoom, and Samepage, and developing their own digital tools. Although these technologies fostered some larger digital transformations insofar as they enabled greater stakeholder communication and engagement, in the context of organizational change, digital technology remained predominantly at a small-scale, digital change level. The findings make it imperative for executives to reflect upon whether digital technology is being (un)intentionally disregarded from a strategic standpoint.

Social Media Image Construction and Communication of Sports Athletes

With the development of social media, it has become more and more a distinctive phenomenon for sports athletes to present themselves and spread sports culture through operating personal social media accounts. As the national sport of China, table tennis has long enjoyed widespread attention, and the athletes are also the focus of the public. In this regard, this paper selected eight Chinese table tennis athletes in different growth periods in a balanced manner according to the demographic approach. With the content and text analysis methods, the paper collects data and text from their social media accounts represented by Weibo, and analyzes the content and effects from aspects of sports communication, health communication, brand communication, social value communication and entertainment daily communication. After analyzing the current operation and exposed shortcomings of the personal social media of sports athletes represented by them, the paper puts forward three feasible suggestions: “build a good media image, convey positive energy actively,” “raise the awareness of media management, explore the possibilities of cross-border” and “enhance the ability of media operation, create differentiated personalities,” to contribute media power to the in-depth implementation of the "Healthy China" Initiative and the development of China's sports industry.

Traditional Sports, Indigenous Heritage, and Tourism Branding: Pè-sapèan Bangkalan in Madura, Indonesia

Tourism branding in the sports industry shows positive labeling that is used to attract public interest from tourist destinations. It becomes interesting when pè-sapèan can combine sports, cultural heritage and attractions in tourism branding. The method used is to use a systematic literature review to analyze potential opportunities for traditional sports, traditional heritage and tourism branding by collecting articles via Google Scholar. Events in the world of sports industry need a platform as a means to develop into an industrial orientation. In Bangkalan Regency, the annual event that is always held is the Traditional Sports Festival. This Traditional Sports Festival event is not only a place to exercise together but also to encourage enthusiasm, contribution and collaboration to jointly preserve traditional games, especially in Bangkalan, namely Pè-sapèan Bangkalan. In Bangkalan, various sporting events, such as the DISPORA CUP and the DISBUDPAR CUP are still ongoing, this is clear evidence that the development of sports marketing still exists and continues to increase. The traditional Pè-Sapèan sports game was often played by children in the past on Salt Island, with a minimum of three people playing. The game is a replica of Madurese culture, Kerapan Sapi. However, the cow and the jockey both use people, so the game pattern; starting from the start line to the finish line. The team that arrives first is the winner. The traditional sports game Pè-Sapèan can be interpreted as having become extraordinary capital to be developed to preserve the traditional heritage of Bangkalan Regency. This will be a forum for continuing livelihoods by combining cultural heritage capital and community self-organization. Pè-Sapèan traditional sports games can increase the community's self-control capacity towards traditional heritage assets. It would be a win-win if the role of local government could be to develop sports tourism resources, improve sports tourism services, and appoint functional government departments in building tourism branding.

Erratum. A Typology of Circular Sport Business Models: Enabling Sustainable Value Co-Creation in the Sport Industry

Erratum. A Typology of Circular Sport Business Models: Enabling Sustainable Value Co-Creation in the Sport Industry

A Comprehensive Study on the Management Efficiency of Sports Management Personnel in Universities

It is far from enough for university sports management personnel to rely solely on experience and intuition. It is also necessary to continuously learn and update knowledge to adapt to the rapidly changing market environment and athlete needs. They need to continuously improve their professional skills and management abilities by participating in professional training, reading industry reports, and communicating with peers. The study mainly analyzes the current situation of university sports management personnel and the challenges and opportunities for improving management efficiency from the roles and responsibilities of sports management personnel, as well as the evaluation criteria for management efficiency. Finally, strategies and methods for improving management efficiency are proposed to explore and innovate the management efficiency of sports management personnel, providing strong basis for the development of the sports industry.

Индустрия спорта и ее роль в экономике государства

At the present stage, society and sport have a very close relationship with each other. Sport has a significant impact on various spheres of human life - physical, spiritual, social, material and others. In this regard, sports and the economy of the region, as well as the whole country, have a close connection with each other. The creation and implementation of innovative sports materials and food products with special properties, the holding of mass sports events, as well as the construction of ice arenas, swimming pools, gyms has a significant impact on the economy of our country. The emergence of the sports services market and the formation of a market approach in the economics of sports lead to serious changes in the development of sports infrastructure. Research on the economic impact of the sports industry on the economic potential of regions and the country is extremely relevant, which determined the purpose of the work - to study the economic components of the physical culture and sports industry and their impact on the economy of the state. The work uses general scientific research methods: analysis, synthesis, comparison, generalization, comparison, deductive and inductive methods and others. The study presents an analysis of the mutual influence of sports and the sports industry on the country’s economy and foreign economic relations, from the point of view of the components of the economic potential of the state and indicates the close relationship between the country’s economy and the sports life of society. The scientific novelty of this study lies in the analysis of existing, as well as the study of new economic components of the sports industry, which can serve as a basis for future research on the development of the sports industry, its economy, volume and role in the country’s economy.

THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF SOCIAL INTERACTION DEVELOPMENT THROUGH SPORTS SOCIALIZATION

The article presents the theoretical foundations of researching the development of social interaction through sports socialization. Research methods such as systematization, generalization, and analysisof the main provisions of the «self-determination theory» and «flow theory» were used, including their comparison in the social and sports spheres. The main aspects of forming intrinsic motivation of individuals and its influence on societal well-being are discussed. Preconditions of «psychological immersion» are identified and described, wherein individuals become fully immersed in activities and derive maximum satisfaction from the process itself. The peculiarities of studying intersocial interaction that satisfy the basic psychological needs of individuals are highlighted. According to the research results, the application of the «self-determination theory» and «flow theory» can improve the psychological climate and development of social interaction in society and the sports industry. It is found that a significant outcome of applying these theories is the emergence of a «state of flow» in individuals, characterized by complete absorption in activities and a sense of complete social wellbeing. This can be achieved by providing individuals with a sense of control over their actions and supporting their achievements. Understanding the psychological mechanisms of developing intrinsic motivation and addressing the psychological needs of individuals can enhance the work of social services and effectively engage society in important sociocultural projects.The application of the «self-determination theory» and «flow theory», according to the authors, can positively influence the psychological climate and development of social interaction in various fields, including sports and social work. Further research on the «self-determination theory» and «flow theory» will help social workers better influence the formation of social skills in individuals in various spheres and their effective interaction in society.

Research on the influence of audience perception quality on the intention to watch again in sports leagues

The CBA League is a vital component of the Chinese sports industry exerting an immeasurable driving force on the development of a high-quality sports industry. This study investigates the audience's intention to watch live again aiming to direct the event's attention to the audience's real experiences and promote the event's healthy development. In this study, a quantitative approach was employed using a questionnaire survey with the consumer group of CBA events as the survey subjects. A total of 521 valid questionnaires were collected through on-site surveys. Data analysis in this study revealed that audience-perceived quality has a positive impact on the intention to watch again and also positively influences audience trust. On the other hand, audience trust positively influences their intention to watch again. The audience experience serves as a moderating factor. Audience-perceived quality not only has a direct impact on the intention to watch again but can also indirectly increase the intention to watch again by enhancing audience trust. The audience trust serves as a partial mediator. Additionally, audience experience acts as a moderator in the process where audience-perceived quality positively influences the intention to watch again strengthening its effect. The success of a basketball league does not solely depend on the team's performance and the audience's experiences are equally crucial. We can provide more scientifically effective suggestions for the sustainable development of sports leagues through a profound understanding of audience psychology.

The Impact of Digital Media on Sports Management

The objectives of this research study were (1) to analyze the transformative impact of digital media on sports management practice in Chengdu, (2) to explore the integration of digital platforms and the adoption of advanced technologies in the sports industry, and (3) to identify the challenges faced in the digital age. This hybrid research study employed a combination of quantitative data from online surveys, qualitative insights from semi-structured interviews, and content analysis. The research involved different stakeholder groups in Chengdu’s sports industry, aiming to provide a comprehensive perspective on the utilization of digital media in sports management. Major Findings/Results: (1) The field of sports management in Chengdu has significantly shifted towards digital media, with digital platforms playing a pivotal role in fan participation, marketing strategies, and brand building. Personalized and interactive content has become increasingly preferred by consumers. (2) The study highlighted the importance of advanced technologies such as AI, VR, and 5G in enhancing fan experience and operational efficiency in the sports industry. (3) Key challenges identified include digital rights management, online content regulation, and maintaining fan engagement in a competitive digital landscape. The comparative analysis with global trends revealed both unique and common digital sports management practices in Chengdu. The study underscored the necessity for sports organizations to adapt to the evolving digital environment while considering ethical and regulatory aspects. This research contributes to the academic discourse on sports management in the digital age, offering valuable insights for practitioners and policymakers. It underscores the transformative role of digital media in sports management and advocates for innovative strategies, cultural sensitivity, and ethical integrity in Chengdu’s digital sports landscape.

A dataset for fatigue estimation during shoulder internal and external rotation movements using wearables

Wearable sensors have recently been extensively used in sports science, physical rehabilitation, and industry providing feedback on physical fatigue. Information obtained from wearable sensors can be analyzed by predictive analytics methods, such as machine learning algorithms, to determine fatigue during shoulder joint movements, which have complex biomechanics. The presented dataset aims to provide data collected via wearable sensors during a fatigue protocol involving dynamic shoulder internal rotation (IR) and external rotation (ER) movements. Thirty-four healthy subjects performed shoulder IR and ER movements with different percentages of maximal voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC) force until they reached the maximal exertion. The dataset includes demographic information, anthropometric measurements, MVIC force measurements, and digital data captured via surface electromyography, inertial measurement unit, and photoplethysmography, as well as self-reported assessments using the Borg rating scale of perceived exertion and the Karolinska sleepiness scale. This comprehensive dataset provides valuable insights into physical fatigue assessment, allowing the development of fatigue detection/prediction algorithms and the study of human biomechanical characteristics during shoulder movements within a fatigue protocol.

Gender Stereotypes and Discrimination in Sports and Esports Industry: A Systemic Review of Causes and Statistics

There are many inequalities existing in our world, including gender inequality and race inequality. These inequalities are caused by discrimination and stereotypes. In sports industry, the problem of gender discrimination and stereotypes is common. Female athletes and women who want to work in sport industry are confronting the problem of gender discrimination and stereotypes. In addition, a rising industry, esports industry, has the same problem. The aim of this study was to review the current state of gender discrimination and stereotypes in sports industry and causes of it. This paper reviews relevant references to give a holistic review of the current state of gender discrimination and stereotypes in sports industry, including statistics and background information, and this paper reviews the causes of this problem from macro-level, meso-level, and micro-level. The findings of this paper indicated that although sports organizations gave policies that seem to solve the problem, gender discrimination and stereotypes still exist in both sports and esports industry. Therefore, by examining the causes of the problem of gender discrimination and stereotypes in sports industry, future study can be more targeted while they are investigating the way to solve the problem.

The Impact of Digital Transformation in the Sports Industry

The Impact of Digital Transformation in the Sports Industry

Current Trends, Forecasts, and Risks of the Sports Industry in the World and in Slovakia

The essence of the paper is to present the results of the analysis of current trends, forecasts, and risks of the sports industry in the world and in Slovakia, which are the basis for the solution of a scientific project in Slovakia. The processed results are based on the analysis of different views on current changes, trends, and problems in the sports industry in the world. Other results represent the identification of strategic risks of the concept of sports development in Slovakia from the established six strategic pillars point of view. The benefit of the paper is to participate in the developing discussion about the direction of the sports industry not only in Slovakia but also in the world. The authors of the paper want to contribute to raising awareness about the effective management of sports organizations and their impact on the entire society. Also, increase interest in prevention and paying more attention to risk management in sports organizations.

Research on the factors and path of sports industry development in China: A fsQCA study of 31 provinces.

The advancement of the sports industry's development constitutes a critical concern shared by regional authorities and the scholarly community, reflecting its significant role in economic and social development. This study employs a Fuzzy-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA) methodology to examine the 31 provincial-level administrative units in China. The objective is to elucidate the influence of technological, organizational, and environmental factors on the industry's development level, considering both a holistic national framework and dissected regional approaches (Eastern, Central, and Western China). This paper's contribution to the literature is structured around the following core findings: (1) The study establishes that a singular condition does not suffice as an essential prerequisite for achieving a heightened development state within the sports industry. (2) At the national level, there are three pathways to enhance the development level of the sports industry, specifically identified as "network-human resources dominant pathway," "technological innovation-human resources dominant pathway," and "comprehensive synergistic pathway."(3) From a regional perspective, the Eastern region has two pathways for sports industry enhancement: "network-economic pathway" and "comprehensive synergistic pathway." The Central region follows a "technology pathway," while the Western region has three pathways: "organization-environment pathway," "network-organization-environment pathway," and "organization pathway."(4) The synthesis of these findings underscores the multifactorial nature of sports industry development, suggesting a paradigm where diverse routes can lead to equivalent outcomes. This heterogeneity indicates that provinces or regions can tailor their development strategies to their unique situational contexts.

A Reappraisal on Link between Goodwill and Financial Performance in Sport Industry of Jalandhar

This study presents a comprehensive reconsideration of the subtle relationship between goodwill and financial performance in the sports industry. Traditionally, goodwill has been linked to intangible assets like brand reputation and consumer loyalty, which are difficult to measure. The study explores how goodwill, which is continuously reflected through brand reputation, fan loyalty, functions as a critical asset in improving financial outcomes for sports companies. By evaluating multiple revenue streams like sponsorships, retail sales, broadcast rights, and match day revenues, the study illustrates the mutually beneficial for a goodwill foundation and improved financial success. Furthermore, the study explores the moderating impacts of external factors such as market dynamics, competitive success, and digital media presence, providing a more nuanced picture of how goodwill contributes to long-term financial growth in the sports industry. It investigates how intangible assets like goodwill can be translated into actual financial rewards such as larger sponsorships, bigger ticket sales, and higher television ratings. The study's findings are especially pertinent for sports business owners and industry experts who want to manage the intricacies of managing a team or event in an increasingly competitive market. This reappraisal intends to broaden the debate on sports management and provide concrete lessons for practitioners seeking to harness goodwill as a strategic asset for financial success. Key words: Goodwill, Financial Performance, Sports Industry, Brand Reputation, Fan Loyalty, Sponsorships.

RETRACTED ARTICLE: Can the sports industry foster the transition to net-zero and green growth?

RETRACTED ARTICLE: Can the sports industry foster the transition to net-zero and green growth?

Beyond Gates and Metal Detectors

Innovation is of vital importance in professional sport organizations, with various segments and departments catering to diverse managerial functions. While previous research has focused on ticketing, marketing, and event management, the critical aspect of security and intelligence in sports requires further exploration. With the safety of fans, players, coaches, staff, and the local community at stake, security and intelligence play a paramount role. The current research addresses the literature gap pertaining to cybersecurity through in-depth interviews involving 12 participants from major U.S. professional sports leagues and the cybersecurity industry, delving into physical security, personnel security, and cybersecurity domains.The results of the study highlighted an overall awareness and success in physical and personnel security, but also revealed a concerning deficiency in the understanding of cybersecurity threats. This shortfall emphasizes the pressing need for innovative cybersecurity solutions in the sport industry to ensure the integrity and safety of professional sport organizations in a complex environment. Through such innovative approaches, professional sport organizations can enhance their ability to effectively combat cybersecurity challenges, safeguarding their operations and protecting all stakeholders involved.

Spatio-temporal evolution of sports tourism industry integration: A empirical analysis of Xinjiang in China.

Since the issuance of the "Guiding Opinions on Vigorously Developing Sports Tourism" in 2016, the integration of sports and tourism has become a strategy in regional economic development. It creates new economic growth points, enhances local images, and promotes cultural communication. In the context of the "Tourism Makes Xinjiang Thrive" strategy, quantitatively investigating the integration of the sports and tourism industries helps people to better understand their interaction which can serve as the valuable input in policy-making for the comprehensive development of a region. This paper uses entropy weight method, stochastic frontier analysis and coupling coordination model to quantitatively analyze the effect of sports tourism industry integration in Xinjiang from the perspective of integration path. Meanwhile, the Dagum Gini coefficient and nuclear density estimation were used to analyze the regional differences and dynamic evolution of industrial integration quality. The result shows that (1) The sports and tourism integration quality in Xinjiang has not reached the optimal goal of complete integration. In the process of mutual industrial promotion, tourism promotes a higher degree of integration with the sports industry. (2) The industrial integration quality shows a phenomenon of "imbalance and inadequacy" among the regions. The regions with high quality of industrial integration were Urumqi, Ili, Kashgar, Altay and Changji, which have rich sports tourism resources. (3) The overall spatial difference in the quality of industrial integration presented a fluctuation downtrend. The difference between the tourism industrial belts was very significant.

Implementation of Sports Classification and Person Recognition System

The Implementation of Sports Classification and Persons Recognition System addresses the growing demand for automated and intelligent solutions in the sports industry. This project focuses on the development and deployment of a robust system that combines sports classification and person recognition to enhance the overall experience for both athletes and spectators. Automatically categorize and classify different sports activities. The system utilizes real time video feeds or recorded footage to identify and distinguish various sports such as soccer, basketball, tennis, and more. This involves implementing facial recognition, body posture analysis, and other features to accurately throughout the sporting activities, athlete performance analysis, enables better coaching strategies, and enhances security measures in sports venues. Keywords: Sports Classification, Person Recognition

Exploring the factors influencing public intention for spectator sports consumption based on grounded theory

Spectator sports consumption serves as a vital component in the development of the sports industry. However, numerous challenges exist in fostering public engagement in this domain. Therefore, in order to explore the factors that influence public participation in spectator sport consumption, this study analyzes the intention to participate in spectator sports consumption from the perspective of consumers. On this basis, Semi-structured interviews were conducted with a sample of 25 members of the public, and three levels of coding were analyzed using the qualitative research method of procedural rooting theory and establish a model on the influence of public intention to participate in spectator sports consumption, and on this basis, we reveal the influence of crucial elements. The results of the study indicate that: Firstly, personal and psychological factors are significant internal drivers, while external drivers cover product and contextual factors. Secondly, the key to filling the attitudinal and behavioral gaps is the depth of perception individually, which is of great importance in increasing public participation. Thirdly, external contextual factors impacting consumer support primarily consist of external incentives, social influences, and urban contextual variables, which also serve a moderating role in the integration model. The results suggest that guiding the public to actively participate in spectator sport consumption should be based on an understanding of individual perceptions, emotions as well as attitudes. This paper develops a model examining public motivation to engage in spectator sports locally in China, pinpoints the primary influencing factors and mechanisms, and presents novel concepts for the sustainable growth of the sports sector.