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Unruly Chargers Fan Can't Sue Security Officer

September 9, 2014

A security officer hired by the San Diego Chargers cannot be held liable for restraining an unruly fan at Qualcomm Stadium who was making obscene gestures during a football game.

NFL Players to Wear RFID Tags

August 1, 2014

As part of its "Next Gen Stats" initiative, which is designed to give fans, as well as coaches and broadcasters, a greater insight into the game, NFL players will wear RFID tags on their uniforms.

Balancing Security and the Fan Experience in Sports Security

Entertaining the public is a unique animal.

Diane Ritchey

July 1, 2014

All major sporting event organizers face great challenges in the development and enhancement of effective emergency management capabilities.

Study says Televised Sporting Events Can Cut Crime

June 17, 2014

Televised sports can reduce crime, according to two UC Berkeley law students.

Miami Dolphins Name New Head of Security

April 21, 2014

The Miami Dolphins appointed Joe Cicini to oversee the organization’s security efforts.

Read more here: http://www.miamiherald.com/2014/04/21/4072369/miami-dolphins-add-security-chief.html#storylink=cpy

NCS4 to Offer CSSP Review Course

April 16, 2014

Interested in the Certified Sport Security Professional (CSSP) certification program, but not sure where to start studying for the exam? NCS4’s intensive review course covers the knowledge domains relevant to the exam while providing invaluable networking with Subject Matter Experts and peers in the field.

How the Boston Marathon Bombing Changed the Game of Sports Security

One year ago, two bombs exploded at the Boston Marathon finish line, shocking the nation and driving international sporting event security changes

Sarah Ludwig

April 1, 2014

Now, new security protocols and a full year of planning and training guard the athletes, spectators and race course for the 2014 Boston Marathon. What did industry leaders take away from the incident?

Cost of Security at 2015 Pan Am Games Jumps to $239M

March 4, 2014

Security costs for the 2015 Pan American Games in the Toronto area will be $239 million.

Hackers Target Brazil's World Cup

March 3, 2014

Brazilian hackers are threatening to disrupt the World Cup with attacks ranging from jamming websites to data theft.

Brazil to Use Robots for Security at World Cup

February 21, 2014

Thirty “PackBots” will be provided by Massachusetts-based iRobot to the Brazilian government in a $7.2 million deal for the FIFA World Cup. According to Robohub, it is expected that the 12 host cities will share the high-tech machines to help boost security and examine any suspicious packages. The PackBot has been used previously in military zones, where soldiers use them to cross minefields and clear buildings.