A new reference book on sports policy in Europe has been published.

According to the specialized sports economics platform, Edward Elgar University Press published the book Research Handbook on Sport in Europe in August 2026. Edited by Nicolas Scelles, Argyro E. Manoli, Anna-Maria Strittmatter, and Paul Downward, this collection explores research on sports policy in Europe.

What is the book’s main focus?

This book is not a single-topic work on club or sports management; instead, it is a research collection that examines the policies and structures shaping sports in Europe. Key topics include European sports policy and the impact of policy programs and frameworks on sports organizations and activities.

The significance of such books lies in their view of sports as more than just a competitive or commercial activity. Sports are influenced by public institutions, governance structures, and social and regulatory policies, which can affect funding, public participation, and the operations of sports organizations.

Who can benefit from it?

This book is a valuable resource for sports policy researchers, graduate students, sports organization managers, and those interested in comparing national sports systems. When applying it to research in Iran, it is essential to consider the differences in countries’ legal, economic, and institutional structures, as the European experience cannot be directly transferred to other environments without adaptation.

The book is also useful for designing comparative research, particularly studies that examine the relationship between public policy, sports organization governance, and the economic and social impacts of sports.

Book details: Research Handbook on Sport in Europe, editors Nicolas Scelles, Argyro E. Manoli, Anna-Maria Strittmatter, and Paul Downward, Edward Elgar Publishing, August 2026.

Official publisher introduction: Edward Elgar Publishing

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