SCHOLARLY TOUCHDOWNS: A VISUAL EXPLORATION OF SPORT MANAGEMENT FACULTY IMPACT IN NORTH AMERICA

Abstract

The field of sport management has seen tremendous growth over the past four decades. However, it is still considered a young discipline compared to business schools. This paper reviews the discussions of past Dr. Earle F. Zeigler Award winners on the credibility, status, legitimacy, and identity of the sport management field. The paper also discusses the concerns of past award winners and their recommendations for the future of the field