`An excellent volume for courses on economics or related quantitative fields, this volume is one of a kind, and for that reason libraries should consider purchasing it. No other title currently on the market comes close to doing what Kesenne's does. . . first-rate. Highly recommended.'
- A.R. Sanderson, Choice `Stefan Kesenne's work has added a new dimension to the literature by bringing a European perspective to the analysis of professional sports leagues. This text sets out his research programme in a clear and accessible manner. His work is profoundly influential in the sports literature and the lessons of this book need to be understood by all those interested in policies and practices of sports leagues.'
- Stefan Szymanski, Cass Business School, UK
`Stefan Kesenne is one of the most innovative, clear-headed sports economists writing today. With this book, he has provided a thoughtful, accessible exegesis of the extant literature on the economic theory of team sports leagues. There is no book like this currently available. It will serve as an excellent text for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in sports economics. I heartily recommend it.'
- Andrew Zimbalist, Smith College, US
This comprehensive textbook presents the most rigorous, analytical treatment of the theory of professional team sports presently available.
In the first part of the book, Stefan Kesenne explores the special characteristics of the industry, analysing the product and player labour market under both the profit- and win-maximisation hypothesis. He then goes on to investigate the impact of different league regulations such as the transfer system, revenue sharing arrangements and salary caps.
The Economic Theory of Professional Team Sports is undoubtedly a classic in the field which every student, lecturer and researcher of the economics of sport will want on their shelves.
