Restoring Trust in Sport: Corruption Cases and Solutions

This book explores how to restore trust in sports organizations and the wider sporting public, using case studies and research from around the world. It covers issues such as whistleblowing, bribery, match-fixing, gambling, bidding for major events, and good governance, and offers insights into why corruption happens in sport and how it can be addressed.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 252 pages
\n Publication date: 20 April 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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In this comprehensive collection of sport corruption case studies, esteemed researchers delve into the critical task of re-establishing trust within sports organizations and the broader sporting public. Drawing inspiration from the concept of 'moral repair,' the book explores significant corruption cases and the measures employed to mitigate further harm or the risk of recurrence. Spanning across continents, including Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, the book addresses vital contemporary issues such as whistleblowing, bribery, match-fixing, gambling, bidding for major events, and good governance. It delves into the loss of trust at both national and international levels, employing cutting-edge research to present a multifaceted perspective. The book showcases both on-field and off-field examples, encompassing Olympic, non-Olympic, professional, and amateur sports, as well as diverse academic and practitioner viewpoints. By offering a significant contribution to ongoing debates and serving as a valuable resource for reflection on best professional practices, Restoring Trust in Sport provides invaluable insights into the causes of corruption in sport and the strategies for addressing it effectively. This indispensable text is a must-read for advanced students, researchers, managers, and policy makers with a deep interest in integrity in sport, sport ethics, sport management, sport governance, sports law, and criminology, business, and management. It serves as a valuable reference for professionals working in sociology, political science, and related fields.

\n Weight: 548g\n
Dimension: 161 x 241 x 23 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367473068\n \n