Progress in sports tourism research? A meta-review and exploration of futures

Weed, Mike

doi:10.1016/j.tourman.2009.02.002

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“…In this context, attention has been focused on mega or hallmark events that are expected to bring substantial impacts for host communities (Getz, 2008;Weed, 2009). Yet, the realization of their negative impacts (Gibson, 2007;Hall & Hodges, 1996;Ritchie, 1999) coupled with evidence of the socio-economic value of small-scale regional events (Gibson, Willming, & Holdnak, 2003;Higham, 1999;Higham & Hinch, 2002;Moscardo, 2008;O'Brien, 2007) call for another approach.…”

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A Multidimensional Investigation of a Regional Event Portfolio: Advancing Theory and Praxis

Ziakas¹

2013

Event Management

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Event portfolios have remained a neglected area of study as the different event types have been studied predominantly as single events, separately from each other and with a focus on large-scale events. In addressing this omission this study investigates a regional event portfolio in Fort Stockton, Texas by employing qualitative methods, including participant observation in a sample of six events, seven semi-structured interviews with event organizers and analysis of events' archival documents. A dramatological perspective viewing events as dramatic stories that express versions of a community's social order was the conceptual framework that guided the analysis of events to examine their innate interrelationships. Results show that the event portfolio amalgamates sport and cultural performances and creates a symbolic social context, hence allowing the expression of different aspects of community life. The paper discusses how the interrelationships among different events engender and maintain complementarities that facilitate event implementations. It is concluded that events are interrelated both conceptually and functionally. Thematic continuities among events in the portfolio reconfirm the metaphoric messages, with each event reinforcing the claims of the others. Events are functionally interrelated by sharing common resources and elements, generating complementary markets and transferring practical know-how. This helps mobilize community resources and facilitates the synchronized use of events for achieving multiple purposes. Based on the theoretical and practical implications of the study, a multi-dimensional model is proposed that integrates the contextual, operational and socio-cultural dimensions of event portfolios and can guide further investigation in the management and policy research of event portfolios.

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A Multidimensional Investigation of a Regional Event Portfolio: Advancing Theory and Praxis

Ziakas¹

2013

Event Management

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“…famous stadiums, halls of fame). In his meta-review of sports tourism research, Weed (2009) stated that event tourism is probably the most widely researched area that obviously overlaps with sports tourism. Indeed, taking part or watching sports or visiting attractions are clearly related to sports events and people often plan holidays around the world based on a sport event (Ratten, 2011).…”

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“…Indeed, taking part or watching sports or visiting attractions are clearly related to sports events and people often plan holidays around the world based on a sport event (Ratten, 2011). Weed (2009) actually concluded that "event sports tourism is the highest profile product within sports tourism" (p. 621). Whereas Gibson (1998) equates events with spectating, according to Weed and Bull (2009) event sports tourism involves both active participants (competitors) and spectators, although visitor types may vary, as some sports events are more spectator-driven than others (Gozalova et al, 2014).…”

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“…Despite the fact that sports events of all sizes are important for promoting a positive destination image (Hallmann & Breuer, 2011;Smith, 2006;Weed, 2009), the image and the brand of the sport event itself are also important. Small-scale sports events held throughout the year can be grouped to facilitate the implementation of joint event strategies and achieve a synergic effect.…”

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Role of Brand Personality Traits in Creating an Umbrella Brand for Small-Scale Sports Events: The Case of Gorski Kotar, Croatia

Perić

Tanković

Ðurkin

2017

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While the importance and positive impact of small-scale sports events for the tourism of host regions has been well researched, the possibilities of branding such events under a common denominator have not been fully explored. This paper attempts to provide an approach for using the concepts of brand personality and umbrella brand for the purpose of small-scale sports event analysis and promotion recommendations. Gorski Kotar, an underdeveloped region in Croatia, was chosen as the research area. The research target was small-scale sports events organised in this area. The aim was to build a general recommendation of an overall umbrella brand for all examined events, developed from the brand personality traits of each event (sub--brands). Using desk research along with workshops and interviews with organisers, three characteristics for each of the 81 small-scale sports events were extracted. The existing framework of five brand-personality dimensions by Aaker (1997) was used for the purpose of coding characteristics into traits and later linking with factors. An overall brand personality profile of all events was created and results imply the necessity of introducing a new factor called Nature (nature-oriented) into the existing framework.

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“…In view of that, O'Brien and Chalip (2008) emphasized the need for sustainable leverage of sport events pushing towards the triple bottom line. Along the same lines, Weed (2009) suggested that the planning of sport events should not only be concerned with leverage (i.e., maximize benefits) but also with mitigation (i.e., minimize negative impacts). These advances raise the potential of extending social leverage to all event genres and developing a comprehensive social planning framework.…”

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‘The show must go on’: event dramaturgy as consolidation of community

Ziakas

Costa

2012

Journal of Policy Research in Tourism, Leisure and Events

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Progress in sports tourism research? A meta-review and exploration of futures

Cited by 201 publications

References 97 publications

A Multidimensional Investigation of a Regional Event Portfolio: Advancing Theory and Praxis

A Multidimensional Investigation of a Regional Event Portfolio: Advancing Theory and Praxis

Role of Brand Personality Traits in Creating an Umbrella Brand for Small-Scale Sports Events: The Case of Gorski Kotar, Croatia

‘The show must go on’: event dramaturgy as consolidation of community

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