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Impact of Ownership and Urban Identity in Sports
This chapter explores the detrimental effects of poor sports team ownership on local culture and community engagement, particularly in Oakland. It highlights the challenges faced by the city as it grapples with losing its teams and the resulting implications for public funding, urban identity, and community pride. The conversation also contrasts the experiences of different cities, examining how sports infrastructure and team relocations impact local economies and social dynamics.