Professional Sports
Professional sports and big-league cities go hand in hand. Hosting a professional sports franchise is evidence that a city has arrived per-
se - that is not simply a large city but a major league city. Moreover, acquiring or retaining professional sports teams has become important
in local economic development plans. From your perspective, is it wise for a major “metropolis†to promote professional sports? What are
the advantages/disadvantages? Provide research support for your positions. Respond to at least two of your fellow students’ postings.