Includes bibliographical references (p. 357-379) and index.

Study of sport management and sport communication -- Careers in sport communication -- History and growth of sport communication -- Sport communication and the strategic sport communication model (SSCM) -- Personal sport communication -- Organizational and leadership communication in sport -- Sport publishing and print sport communication -- Electronic and visual sport communication -- Online sport communication and the new sport media -- Sport advertising -- Public relations and crisis communication in sport -- Sport communication research -- Sociological aspects of sport communication -- Legal issues in sport communication.

"Strategic Sport Communication is the first text that encompasses the vast, varied, and exciting field of sport communication. Using communication theory and sport literature, and drawing on the authors' own rich experiences as sport communication professionals, Strategic Sport Communication introduces readers to all aspects of the sport communication industry and how each is integral to the management, marketing, and operational goals of sport organizations at all levels." "Using their Strategic Sport Communication Model (SSCM), the authors outline the process of sport communication and categorize its various aspects into three major components: personal and organizational communication, sport mass media, and sport communication services and support. The SSCM provides the first conception of sport communication as a distinct discipline and gives readers a thorough understanding of sport communication and its impact in the world of sport. Readers will explore the many careers in the industry and discover how sport organizations can use their knowledge for greater success."--BOOK JACKET.