Previous research on sports rivalry has emphasized fans' social identity and the threat posed by rivals. Much of this scholarship is based on intercollegiate sports, where many fans, such as students and alumni, have a formally defined identity with the university. In this study, fans (N =...

Advertising, promotions, and other marketing communications are commonplace in the contemporary world of sports. Are sports fans irritated and annoyed by this commercial bombardment? This study investigates consumers’ perceptions of commercial messages during televised sporting events. The...

Basic business models consist of identification of customers, analysis of the customers' needs, and plans for efficiently delivering solutions to such needs at a profit. The business model of motor sports has evolved to prominently feature corporate sponsorship as a B2B exchange mechanism that...