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What characterized the first modern football game held in 1860?
What characterized the first modern football game held in 1860?
Which of these events is classified as a Global (Mega-event)?
Which of these events is classified as a Global (Mega-event)?
What is a key characteristic of Regional sporting events?
What is a key characteristic of Regional sporting events?
Which aspect contributed to the growth of sporting events in the modern era?
Which aspect contributed to the growth of sporting events in the modern era?
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What differentiates National sporting events from Local sporting events?
What differentiates National sporting events from Local sporting events?
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Which of the following was a significant development during the 19th century for sports?
Which of the following was a significant development during the 19th century for sports?
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What type of sponsorship is commonly associated with International sporting events?
What type of sponsorship is commonly associated with International sporting events?
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Which of these best describes the influence of costs for entrants in International sporting events?
Which of these best describes the influence of costs for entrants in International sporting events?
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What is a common characteristic of Local sporting events?
What is a common characteristic of Local sporting events?
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Which statement is true regarding the origins of organized sporting competitions?
Which statement is true regarding the origins of organized sporting competitions?
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What is one primary purpose of sporting events?
What is one primary purpose of sporting events?
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What is one of the primary benefits of organizing player-friendly events?
What is one of the primary benefits of organizing player-friendly events?
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What is the projected annual growth rate for the Sport Events market from 2024 to 2028?
What is the projected annual growth rate for the Sport Events market from 2024 to 2028?
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What socio-cultural impact might mega sporting events have on the quality of life for host city residents?
What socio-cultural impact might mega sporting events have on the quality of life for host city residents?
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In 2024, which country is expected to generate the most revenue in the Sport Events market?
In 2024, which country is expected to generate the most revenue in the Sport Events market?
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What is expected to be the average revenue per user in the Sport Events market by 2028?
What is expected to be the average revenue per user in the Sport Events market by 2028?
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What is an important consideration when scheduling a sporting event?
What is an important consideration when scheduling a sporting event?
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What type of ticket sales does the Generative AI market specifically cover?
What type of ticket sales does the Generative AI market specifically cover?
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Which of the following markets are included in the Sport Events market?
Which of the following markets are included in the Sport Events market?
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What user penetration percentage is expected in the Sport Events market by 2024?
What user penetration percentage is expected in the Sport Events market by 2024?
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What can enhance the experience of participants in a sporting event?
What can enhance the experience of participants in a sporting event?
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Which of the following describes a unique impact of athletes in the sports industry?
Which of the following describes a unique impact of athletes in the sports industry?
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What aspect of hosting sporting events is less emphasized in traditional studies?
What aspect of hosting sporting events is less emphasized in traditional studies?
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What is a potential negative impact of hosting mega sporting events?
What is a potential negative impact of hosting mega sporting events?
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What is a common trend in the sports industry regarding fan behavior?
What is a common trend in the sports industry regarding fan behavior?
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How might the size and scope of sporting events vary?
How might the size and scope of sporting events vary?
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What should be prioritized when organizing events for participants and their supporters?
What should be prioritized when organizing events for participants and their supporters?
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What kind of tickets are part of the Generative AI market for sporting events?
What kind of tickets are part of the Generative AI market for sporting events?
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What role do sponsors and media play in sporting events?
What role do sponsors and media play in sporting events?
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What is a critical aspect of retaining participants for future events?
What is a critical aspect of retaining participants for future events?
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Which factor is least likely to influence the overall atmosphere of an event?
Which factor is least likely to influence the overall atmosphere of an event?
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What aspect of an event is primarily affected by the team's recent performance?
What aspect of an event is primarily affected by the team's recent performance?
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In considering attendance at an event, which of the following is not a circumstantial factor?
In considering attendance at an event, which of the following is not a circumstantial factor?
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Which factor is primarily focused on enhancing the communal experience at a sporting event?
Which factor is primarily focused on enhancing the communal experience at a sporting event?
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What factor would least likely encourage attendance based on individual interests?
What factor would least likely encourage attendance based on individual interests?
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How does television coverage primarily affect attendance?
How does television coverage primarily affect attendance?
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Which of the following factors is incorrectly paired with its influence on attendance?
Which of the following factors is incorrectly paired with its influence on attendance?
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Which factor is least likely to impact the attendance for a game attended in the evening?
Which factor is least likely to impact the attendance for a game attended in the evening?
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What is a key factor for ensuring a venue's appeal besides comfort and cleanliness?
What is a key factor for ensuring a venue's appeal besides comfort and cleanliness?
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Which element could be considered a deterrent rather than an incentive for attendance?
Which element could be considered a deterrent rather than an incentive for attendance?
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Study Notes
Week 11: Sports Events
- Sports events encompass a range of competitions, from local to international, involving physical skill.
- Events vary in size from small local competitions to large, international competitions, such as the Olympics.
- These events can be individual or team sports.
- Careful planning is crucial for successful events, considering athletes, spectators, sponsors, media, and aims such as crowning champions and raising funds.
Historical Overview of Sporting Events
- Evidence of organized sports dates back over 2,000 years in ancient civilizations (Greece, China, Egypt).
- Early Olympic Games (776 BC) are a testament to the enduring fascination with athletic competition.
- The 19th century saw the standardization of rules and rise of professional sports.
- Sheffield, England, saw the first modern football game in 1860, showcasing elements of modern sports events.
- Sporting event growth is driven by media coverage, sponsorship, and increasing public interest.
Size of Sporting Event
- Local: Limited to local participants, small scale, funded primarily by entrants and community donations (e.g., school sports day).
- Regional: Restricted to counties or states, linked to a regional sports organization, includes media coverage that may include television, sponsored by organizations with direct interest in the sports (e.g., regional baseball tournament).
- National: Open to individuals/clubs within a country, is organized by a national sports body, involves national sponsorship, and has increased media coverage (e.g., national ice-skating championships).
- International: Open to participants from multiple countries, involving international involvement and national media coverage (e.g., Berlin Marathon).
- Global/Mega-event: Participants from numerous countries, high-profile sponsors, global media, and significant revenue potential (e.g., Olympic Games).
Modern Sporting Events Industry
- The global sport events market is projected to reach US$33.77 billion in 2024.
- Projected market volume for 2028 is US$37.94 billion with a growth rate of 2.95%.
- User penetration will be approximately 3.9% for 2024 and 2028
- User base is projected to reach 312.4 million by 2028.
- Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) is expected to be US$110.90.
- Most revenue will be generated in the United States, with projected 2024 revenue of US$16,430 million.
Sporting Event Trends
- Digital ticketing (QR codes) is common, replacing physical tickets.
- Internet purchase of tickets is standard for professional sporting events
- Digital purchase of tickets is standard for professional sporting events.
- Physical tickets are also available.
Managing Sporting Events
- Develop a positive and player-friendly event to enhance participant experience.
- Consider the timing of the event and avoid scheduling conflicts.
- Determine if family/friends of participants should be accommodated.
- Consider hosting a party to promote event atmosphere.
- Allow participant souvenirs to improve experience.
- Create contracts to protect the event and participants, including clauses for behavior away from the event.
Marketing of Sporting Events
- Factors that affect attendance at sporting events include event atmosphere and environment, convenience in access to the event, and a strong interest in the sport and the live action.
- Issues connected to the event, such as timing, weather, and other events in the surrounding area also impact attendance.
In-class Discussion: The World Nomad Games
- In-class discussion focuses on the World Nomad Games, exploring whether cultural preservation outweighs economic profit. Considerations include event project stages, sporting event marketing, stakeholder involvement, legacy management, and economic/social impact.
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Explore the diverse world of sports events, from local competitions to grand international spectacles like the Olympics. This quiz covers the historical significance, planning essentials, and the transformation of sports through the ages. Test your knowledge on the evolution and impact of organized athletic events.
