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Innovation in Sport delves into the minds of rocket scientists, sports coaches, military strategists, and industry leaders, uncovering how innovation thrives through human connections.

Through the lived experiences of those on the front lines, this book explores the processes, practices, and methods that drive innovation in high-performance organisations. Offering in-depth case studies of innovation in sectors including professional sport, performing arts, humanitarian relief, government, e-sports, military operations and aerospace, the book examines the cutting-edge technology and human-centric approaches to the networks of collaboration that foster connectivity and fuel transformative breakthroughs. In a world where high performance, innovation, and emerging technologies dominate, Innovation in Sport reminds us that the true essence of organisational innovation begins with human connection and the power of the intangible, invisible webs that are interwoven between each of us.

For practitioners, students, and researchers alike, this book offers a powerful invitation to rediscover what it means to innovate, offering a fresh perspective on both sports management practice and innovation research in sport.