Allan, G. and Roy, G. (2008) Does television crowd out spectators? Journal of Sports Economics, 9(6), pp. 592-605. (doi: 10.1177/1527002508321458)
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Abstract
This paper examines the impact of live television coverage on attendance at Scottish Premier League soccer matches during the 2002—2003 season. The authors exploit a rich data set which distinguishes match-day attendance into three groups: season ticket holders, pay-at-the-gate home team supporters, and pay-at-the-gate visiting team supporters. This examination of these categories is the first study of its kind. The results indicate matches broadcast live reduce pay-at-the-gate home team supporters by 30%. These results suggest that league administrators and club owners must consider the impact on clubs' traditional supporters when negotiating future broadcasting rights.
| Item Type: | Articles |
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| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Roy, Professor Graeme |
| Authors: | Allan, G., and Roy, G. |
| College/School: | College of Social Sciences College of Social Sciences > Adam Smith Business School > Economics |
| Journal Name: | Journal of Sports Economics |
| Publisher: | SAGE Publications |
| ISSN: | 1527-0025 |
| ISSN (Online): | 1552-7794 |
| Published Online: | 12 May 2008 |
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