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A Workable Resolution

Paul Steinbach

As calls for expanded instant replay in Major League Baseball intensified this fall, college football officials in the Southeastern Conference struggled with the technology at hand.

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Marketing

Collateral Damage
Assuming the USOC retains its British Petroleum sponsorship, can it avoid tarring its own brand?

Interview with Laurence Chalip about sports' economic and social impacts on cities
A sports tourism expert discusses leveraging sports for maximum impact.

Price Pointers
Clear thinking and firm self-knowledge are required when setting club membership fees.

Fundraising

The New Dependents
At some schools, sports teams owe their existence to outside financial support.

In Good Companies
Local sports and recreation programs are relying more on corporate sponsorships these days.

The Gift Box
Asking for donations in an uncertain economy can be challenging, but athletics development is perhaps more critical now than ever.

Budgeting

Gate Expectations
A recent New Jersey law slashes state tournament admission fees, raising concerns about the future of nonrevenue sports programs.

Crowded Arenas
A glut of multipurpose facilities has created serious supply-and-demand issues during the current recession.

Cup Direction
A new study backs the intuitive path to Directors' Cup success — broad-based athletics sponsorship.

Concessions

Unappetizing Operations
Report paints unappetizing concessions picture.

Combo Deals
Packaging food with tickets has yielded agreeable sales strategies for teams and concessionaires alike.

Interview with John Sergi, former tennis pro and restaurateur
A concessions expert explains the importance of strategic, fan-friendly food service.

Coaching Administration

Interview with John Phillips, rookie sports agent
The sports-agent profession is spiraling out of control.

Interview with sports psychiatrist Michael Liebowitz
Liebowitz discuss social anxiety disorder in athletes.

How to Conduct Background Checks for Youth Sports Volunteers
Following these nine steps can help protect youth sports participants — and your programs.

Staffing

How to Reduce Counterproductive Employee Behaviors
Facility managers must develop and reinforce positive workplace environments.

How to Plan an Employee Training Session
Here are 10 ways to make trainees feel welcome and improve their learning retention.

How to Work Effectively with Independent Contractors
The keys to success are communication, expectation and documentation.

Technology

Facebook Value
Social media offers ideal ways for ticket departments to build relationships and boost revenue.

A Workable Resolution
As calls for expanded instant replay in Major League Baseball intensified this fall, college football officials in the Southeastern Conference struggled with the technology at hand.

Twitter Rivals
Social media is revolutionizing how sports are consumed, as well as how schools, conferences and fans interact.

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Q: Hi, I need to create a liability contract involving a minor and was wondering if you had any samples or could direct me to some. Thank you, Carolyn

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