Professional Sports

In an increasingly competitive professional sports market, Mercer Capital’s team capabilities in valuation, intangible assets, stadium issues and legal consulting are unsurpassed. We have the depth of knowledge necessary to assist in developing industry best practices

Mercer Capital provides independent valuation and transaction advisory services to professional sports organizations, including teams, leagues, ownership groups, and related operating entities. Our services are provided for engagements related to ownership changes, minority interest transactions, strategic planning, financial reporting, and dispute-related matters.

Our professionals have deep experience valuing sports franchises and related interests, with an understanding of league governance, revenue sharing, media and sponsorship economics, stadium issues, and ownership restrictions. We deliver objective, well-supported analyses that address complex financial issues and withstand review by leagues, investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.

What We Do

Services Overview

  • Divorce
  • Business Damages and Lost Profits
  • Shareholder Disputes, Corporate Restructuring, and Dissolution
  • Tax-Related Controversies
  • Valuation, Labor, and Contract Disputes

  • Buy-Sell Agreements
  • Team Valuation
  • Player Contract Valuation
  • M&A Oriented
  • Shareholder Buyouts

  • Fairness Opinions
  • Buy Side Planning
  • Due Diligence Services
  • Legal Transaction Consulting

  • Purchase Price Allocations
  • Stadium Lease Consulting – New and Existing
  • Tax Advisory
  • Team Economics and Forecasting

Qualifications

Mercer Capital Professional Sports Qualifications

Mercer Capital is the leader in professional sports valuation. Mercer Capital's capabilities in franchise valuation, divorce litigation, purchase price allocations, stadium issues, and legal consulting are unsurpassed. We have deep industry knowledge and experience and a deep bench of professionals ready to help.

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