How would an economic recession affect sporting events ?

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Sgt. Pepper asked:

How would an economic recession affect sporting events? Weather its football, rugby, cricket, or any other sport?




Comments 3

  1. Kevin C wrote:

    The immediate impact would be a drop in the average attendance at at games. Furthermore, merchandise sales and other luxury items would decline.

    Posted 09 Aug 2008 at 6:59 am
  2. Joe C wrote:

    It might make those loser fans stay home and do something meaningful with their lives.

    Posted 12 Aug 2008 at 7:41 am
  3. lestermount wrote:

    It may affect attendance, but people will spend money on entertainment while cutting other expenses.
    During the great depression movie attendance went up, not down.

    Posted 13 Aug 2008 at 4:13 am