sports spectators

Looks at stadiums in the United States.

". . . when a football player takes a hit to the head after yet another study has warned of the dangers of CTE, or when a team whose mascot was born in an era of racism and bigotry takes the field, or when a relief pitcher accused of domestic violence saves the game, how is one to cheer? Welcome to the club for sports fans who care too much . . . tackle[s] the most pressing issues in sports, why they matter, and how we can do better. For the authors, 'sticking to sports' is not an option--not when our taxes are paying for the stadiums, and college athletes aren't getting paid at all. But simply quitting a favorite team won't change corrupt and deplorable practices, and the root causes of many of these problems are endemic in our wider society"--Provided by publisher.

"Research into sports fandom makes the sometimes counterintuitive case for why being a fan is good for us individually and is a force for positive change in our society"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces readers to the best race tracks in the country . . . features text boxes for each arena, fun facts, photos, and a glossary"--Publisher.

The issue of Native American mascots in sports raises passions but also a raft of often-unasked questions. Which voices get a hearing in an argument? What meanings do we ascribe to mascots? Who do these Indians and warriors really represent? Andrew C. Billings and Jason Edward Black go beyond the media bluster to reassess the mascot controversy. Their multi-dimensional study delves into the textual, visual, and ritualistic and performative aspects of sports mascots.

"Introduces readers to the best NBA arenas . . . features text boxes for each arena, fun facts, photos, and a glossary"--Publisher.

"Pepper is a seven-year-old boy who tries to incorporate hockey into everything he does: eating, drawing, music, visits with friends, stories--even sleeping!"--Provided by publisher.

Highlights the history of soccer by exploring a selection of stadiums around the world in which the games are played. Includes a map, fact boxes, a glossary, resources for further information, and color photographs.

Invites readers along on a road trip to visit famous or unique sports stadiums and arenas and highlighting the history of the place, the fun fan traditions, and the notable players and coaches who have performed in them--in this volume, visiting college basketball venues like Pauley Pavilion, Assembly Hall, and the Dean Smith Center. Includes a map and glossary.

Explores the confluence between sports, history, economics, and geography in New York.