Stephen Buhl
11/7/2017
Sports Sociology
Paper 1
Sports have always been popular around the world and with organized sport, there has
always been business attached to it. The corporate business model has done a lot for organized
sports, both in America and internationally. Without the money it brings in, these sports wouldn’t
be able to have these amazing assets to work with to give the fan the best experience possible.
But in the pursuit of money, does the corporate business model sometimes leave out the fan?
Absolutely, with the exception of low-tier teams, most professional sports teams will charge an
absurd amount just for a decent ticket. With limited space and a tailored made entertainment
experience, maybe organizations like the NFL have the right to overcharge fans on tickets,
