Sports Marketing Chapter 3 Review

Answer the following questions in a word document and submit at the end of the period.

1. Taxpayers and cities spend millions of dollars to attract and keep professional sports teams. Should the players and owners be required to "give something back" to the cities? Explain.


2. The Philadelphia Eagles sold for $65 million in 1985 and for $185 million in 1994. What percent increase is this in nine years? What does this say about the marketing of professional sports?


3. Use the internet to research the beginning of instant replay in professional football. Discuss how it has changed games from the days when the officials had only their eyes to trust when making calls. Express your opinion on whether or not this technology has improved professional football. What is the possible financial impact of the instant replay?