What does it mean to find the face of the franchise? Physical attractiveness and the evaluation of athletic performance

C-Tier
Journal: Economics Letters
Year: 2011
Volume: 111
Issue: 3
Pages: 200-202

Authors (4)

Berri, David J. (Southern Utah University) Simmons, Rob (not in RePEc) Van Gilder, Jennifer (not in RePEc) O'Neill, Lisle (not in RePEc)

Score contribution per author:

0.251 = (α=2.01 / 4 authors) × 0.5x C-tier

α: calibrated so average coauthorship-adjusted count equals average raw count

Abstract

We show that attractiveness, as measured by facial symmetry, leads to greater rewards in professional sports. National Football League quarterbacks who are more attractive are paid greater salaries and this premium persists after controlling for player performance.

Technical Details

RePEc Handle
repec:eee:ecolet:v:111:y:2011:i:3:p:200-202
Journal Field
General
Author Count
4
Added to Database
2026-01-24