Sport and Development in Emerging Nations

Covers a range of critical sports industry related issues in developing countries. Chapters contributed by native scholars from twelve countries, addressing a genuinely international perspective. A highly valuable and unique asset since it covers countries which are underrepresented in international sports related academic outlets. Each chapter highlights the sports industry in a developing country by using specific cases providing inside stories. This approach is unique for an academic book Gives insights into the socio-political aspects of sports in these countries.