Monday Potpourri: Olympic Edition
Rio was selected to host the 2016 Summer Olympic Games. Despite lobbying by President Obama, First Lady Obama, and mega-star Oprah, Chicago’s bid was eliminated …
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Exciting News from the Sports Subsidy Crowd
As a researcher working in the area of the economic impact of sport, I try my best to keep up with the “state of the …
AFL Rights Deal Bonanza
The Australian Football League yesterday announced the details of their 2012-2016 media rights deal. The total aggregate package of A$1.253 billion (US$1.37 billion), with 95% …