“Sport reflects both good and bad aspects of our broader society, whether economic or political issues are in play. The fan that buys a ticket may feel with or against the team, entitled or angry; often as a result of the broader societal environment,” explains Dr. Lou Marciani, Director of the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security. The work at NCS4 primarily benefits its members, professional leagues and division one universities, individual teams and venues. Ultimately, NCS4 serves the fans by providing safety for the enjoyment of spectator events.
Sport has complexities and politics just like any other business sector. For example, the New York Giants and New York Jets are members of the National Football League and play their games at the Met Life Stadium in New Jersey. Thus, you have two member teams, the league and the venue working to deliver a safe and secure event. The teams deal with different issues, such as away games. The league deals with its members at a policy level. And the venue integrates around the actual event, which may be an NFL game one week and a concert the next.