Best Practices in Anti-Terrorism Security for Sporting and Entertainment Venues

Millions of Americans attend sporting events at our nation's stadiums, arenas, and other venues each year. These stadiums and arenas are a key component of what is estimated to be at least a $40 billion dollar yearly economic activity. Many of them also have significant iconic value. Because of their visibility, the large crowds in attendance, the potential for fatalities or injuries, infrastructure disruption, economic losses, and psychological impact, they present an potential target for terrorists. This "Best Practices in Anti-Terrorism Security in Sports Venues Guide" discusses the important components of a stadium anti-terrorism security plan. Identification of best practices involved several components: (1) literature review; (2) interviews with stadium security directors, league security directors, and other sport security experts; (3) visits to a broad range of representative venues; (4) workshop with leading experts in stadium security.