Sports Agents

The U.S. Department of Labor predicts that employment for agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes is expected to grow by more than 9 percent, much faster than the average for all careers, through 2033. The pandemic stalled the sport industry in 2020 and 2021, with many sports teams either in lock-down or with competitions limited to fewer teams and fewer locations. Post pandemic, sports are back in full force and the public's interest continues to grow. The increasing popularity of women's sports leagues, such as the Women's National Basketball Association, also accounts for the rapid growth in this field. Also, as cable television brings greater choices to the viewer, it is possible that less-publicized sports will gain in popularity through the increased exposure, thus breathing life and revenues into those sports and creating new demand.

It's important to note that the number of sports agents is very small, and it is extremely difficult to build a lucrative career representing star athletes. Agents with extensive experience and graduate-level training in business, finance, or law will have the best job prospects.