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This book provides an in-depth analysis of security issues and concerns in contemporary sport. Featuring the work of 60 leading researchers and practitioners from around the world, it offers practical, evidence-based commentary and guidance in over 40 chapters.
Drawing on the latest research evidence, the book examines the multiple stakeholders, agencies, and organizations involved in providing a safe space for spectators, participants, staff, organizations, communities, and sponsors. It considers the coordination of private and public entities in the sports security ecosystem, including facility management, event management, law enforcement, emergency management, emergency medical services, and state/federal government partners, as well as the private sector organizations providing support services. The book also offers a comprehensive analysis of key issues and debates in contemporary sport security, including terrorism, cybersecurity, spectator violence, planning and assessment guidance for sport venues and events of all sizes, management and policy considerations for leaders and decision-makers, and the lessons learned from critical incidents. It introduces the core principles of research methods in sport security and looks ahead at future developments in this rapidly changing field.
This is essential reading for any advanced student, researcher, practitioner, or policymaker with an interest in sport studies, security studies, event studies, criminal justice, management, or public policy.
Table of Contents
PART I: Introduction and Key Players
1 The Sport Security Landscape
Stacey A. Hall
2 Security Partners
David S. Corderman and Larry “Nick” Nicholson
PART II: Issues
3 Sports as Soft Targets: The Terrorist Threat and Counterterrorism Considerations
Jennifer Hesterman
4 Perception of Risk and Terrorism: Impact on Elite Sporting Events
Jamie Cleland
5 Spectator Violence: Causes, Concerns, and Considerations
Tamara D. Herold
6 Hooliganism: Origination, Trends, and Strategies for Securing Soccer Stadia
John Williams
7 Managing Large Crowds: The Application of Science, Tools, and Applied Strategies
G. Keith Still
8 Hostile Vehicle Mitigation Planning for Sports Venues and Open-Access Events
Scott Breor and Laurie Goodell
9 Bombing Prevention Planning for Sports and Special Events
Sean Haglund
10 Severe Weather Impact on Sports and Preparedness Measures
Josh Durkee
11 The Threat of Illegal Drones to Sports
Bill Edwards and Preston McLaughlin
12 Cybersecurity Issues and Rules for Sports Organizations
Brian Finch, Aimee Ghosh, and Arielle Heffez
13 The Intersection of Human Trafficking and Large-Scale Events
Douglas Gilmer
14 Sporting Events and Crime: A Meta-Analysis
Minki Son and Hyunwoong Pyun
PART III: Planning and Assessment
15 Securing International Sports Events
Peter Dalton
16 Securing Professional Sports
Troy Brown and John Petrone
17 Securing College Sports
Rebecca Wilusz
18 Securing Youth Sports
Gil Fried
19 Sports Travel and Tourism Security
Peter Tarlow
20 Event Risk Assessment and Management
Daniel L. Ward
21 The Importance of Information and Intelligence Sharing in Securing Sports
Jason Van’t Hof, Robert Gummer, and Travis Johnson
22 Human Resource Needs and Professional Development in Sport Security Management
Mark Camillo
23 Enhancing Preparedness through Exercises
Drew Pittman
24 Situational Crime Prevention (SCP) Application in Sports
Derya Tekin
PART IV: Management and Policy
25 Emergency Response & Recovery Considerations for Sporting Events
Rick Mathews and Michael J. Fagel
26 Integrating a Victim-Centred Approach into Emergency Management and Sports Security
Levent Altan, Karen Collins, Maria McDonald, and Michael O’Connell
27 Sport Event Evacuation and Protective Actions
John R. Pepper
28 Crisis Management and Business Continuity Planning for Sport Venues
Frederick Gardy
29 Crisis and Risk Communications in Sport: Navigating the Complex Terrain
Argyro Elisavet Manoli and Benjamin Simpson
30 Legal Considerations for Sport Venue Owners and Operators
Gil Fried
31 Negligent Security Litigation: Preparing for the Unexpected at Sport Venues and Events
Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn
32 The Economic Impact of Securing Sports
Joshua Congdon-Hohman and Victor Matheson
33 Balancing Security and the Guest Experience at Sporting Events
Kiernan O. Gordon
34 Ensuring Live Events Are Accessible, Inclusive, and Safe For All
Helen N J McCarthy, Owain Davies, and Ruth Hopkins
35 Reframing Sport Venue Security: The Community-Driven Approach
Brian Menaker and R. Dale Sheptak, Jr.
PART V: Conclusion
36 Critical Perspectives on Sport and Security
Steven A. Adelman
37 Research Methods in Sport Safety and Security
John J. Miller
38 Sport Security Technology Trends and Solutions
Daniel L. Ward, Akmal Ali, Carl Walter, and Ryan Zatolokin
39 Lessons Learned from Security Incidents at Sports Venues and Events
Forrest Dane Dodd
40 Sport Security Best Practices, Guidelines, and Resources: A Global Review
Stacey A. Hall