Tag: CfP Anthology

This research handbook aims to serve as an academic resource that enhances understanding of human resource management (HRM) and organizational behavior (OB) issues relevant to the sport industry. All chapters will be peer-reviewed, and the completed handbook will be submitted to the Book Citation Index and SCOPUS; individual chapters will be indexed by Google Scholar.

There is a mini mountain of textbooks dedicated to research methods. They talk about how preparation is key to successful data collection. In the process they feed into the almost universal narrative that a successful data collection process will result in the gathering of a database that exactly matches what was planned. The impression that develops is that fieldwork must be perfect, that imperfections are failures, The result is seen in theses and methods sections in journal articles where no failures are apparent. Yet the reality is that fieldwork is often messy.

This book aims to provide a way for readers to understand the history and development of communication in esports, differences within transnational fandom, and how these issues may influence the future of esports. This book will investigate the portrayal of esports characters within the games, use of crisis communication among gamers, investors, broadcasts, and fans to list a few categories. Examples of chapter topics could include issues like the rise of Twitch and crisis communication coverage, character selection and self-identification or any issue that includes crisis communication.

We invite chapter proposals for a new edited collection examining the global history of women's professional wrestling. This volume aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of women's wrestling from its ancient origins to the contemporary era, exploring its impact on sport, gender, sociology, and popular culture. While recent media productions lhave brought renewed attention to women's wrestling, scholarly examination of this field remains limited, particularly regarding its early history.

To date there has not been genre-defining scholarship that explores the newer podcasting medium. Some scholars have explored the disruption of the new medium, the demographics of the audience, community bonds and creativit. Because there has been little research published on sports podcasts, this book may set the agenda for future sports podcast research. To address this gap in sports podcasting research, we are seeking chapter proposals for an edited volume about sports podcasts.

This is the second book in our series of esports and video games (Diversity and Inclusion in the Esports Industry) and will cover crisis communication under the umbrella of Public Relations and Advertising within the gaming world of Esports as well as within the global sports media. This topic is broad enough to include chapters on diversity and gender as well as areas within transnational discourse, and fan/audience communication especially regarding fan identity. 

The Research Handbook on Sport in North America aspires to serve as a seminal academic resource, extensively examining the cultural, historical, social, and economic dimensions of sports. This handbook will address topics through multiple thematic sections, engaging with foundational issues and emerging trends that influence the sporting landscape. We encourage scholars, researchers, and practitioners to submit original chapters investigating diverse sports aspects in North America.

The editors invite proposals from scholars across the social sciences, humanities, and interdisciplinary fields — including but not limited to sociology, anthropology, geography, urban studies, media studies, sport studies, design, architecture, education, psychology, and philosophy. We welcome empirical, theoretical, and methodological contributions that critically analyse BMX through novel lenses and perspectives.

Given the rapid pace of technological advancement, scholars and practitioners in recreation and sport are continually seeking knowledge on the latest trends and their implications, and there is a need for additional material that covers the impact of new technologies on the fitness, recreation and sport industry. The book will provide both scholars and practitioners with valuable insights, making it an essential resource for staying informed and competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape, whether through academic research or practical application in the field.

Anchored in the realms of sport and fitness, this collection will delve into the intricate choreographies of movement, performance, and physical breakdowns. Contributors shall examine the body not merely as a biological entity, but as a vessel of cultural, artistic, and communicative expressions. Drawing references from theatre and the arts, as well as sport and popular culture, an essay will illuminate the performative dimensions of athleticism, juxtaposing them with theatrical embodiments.