711219 - Other Spectator Sports

The world of sports extends far beyond the major leagues we often see on TV. If you’re involved in operating or promoting sporting events that don’t fit into major league categories, NAICS Code 711219 - Other Spectator Sports might be your industry classification. This code encompasses a diverse range of spectator sports establishments, including minor league, amateur, and other independent sports organizations.

What is NAICS Code 711219?

NAICS Code 711219 is classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sector and specifically covers businesses primarily engaged in operating spectator sports teams or events not classified under major league sports. These establishments organize, promote, and manage sporting events designed for public entertainment but outside the umbrella of major league sports.

Key Points About NAICS 711219:

• Focuses on minor league, amateur, and other independent sports teams or events.
• Includes a wide range of sports such as horse racing, dog racing, automobile racing, mixed martial arts, and independent tennis or golf professionals.
• Promotes live sports events for public audiences.

Sector Overview: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation

The Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sector covers industries that provide entertainment and recreational activities to the public. NAICS 711219 fits squarely in this sector by facilitating sports entertainment that does not fall under the major professional leagues.

Typical Business Activities Under NAICS 711219:

• Managing and promoting minor league baseball teams
• Organizing amateur sports leagues and events
• Running specialty and independent sports event organizations
• Operating horse and dog race stables or training facilities
• Managing racing teams (automobile, motorcycle, snowmobile, stock car)
• Representing and training independent professional athletes and referees

Size Standard for NAICS Code 711219

The Small Business Administration (SBA) defines the size standard for NAICS 711219 as:

• $16.5 million in average annual receipts

This means businesses under this code with annual receipts at or below $16.5 million qualify as small businesses for government contracting and other SBA programs.

Examples of Businesses Classified Under NAICS 711219

• Minor League Baseball Teams — e.g., local or regional teams competing below the major leagues
• Amateur Sports Leagues — community or youth leagues for sports like soccer, basketball, or hockey
• Specialty Sports Event Organizers — companies hosting unique sporting events such as dog races, mixed martial arts tournaments, or snowmobile races

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NAICS Code 711219 – Detailed Code Descriptions

Category	Description
Athletes, amateur, independent	Athletes participating in live, non-major league sports
Automobile racing teams	Teams involved in racing cars
Boxers, independent professional	Professional boxers not affiliated with major leagues
Dog owners, race	Owners who race dogs in organized events
Dog racing kennels	Facilities housing and training racing dogs
Drivers, harness or race car	Professional race drivers
Figure skaters, independent	Solo figure skaters competing outside major circuit
Golfers, independent professional	Pro golfers in independent competitions
Harness drivers	Drivers participating in harness horse racing
Horse racing stables	Stables that house and train racehorses
Jockeys, horse racing	Horse race riders
Kennels, dog racing	Facilities for racing dogs
Mixed martial artists, independent professional	MMA fighters without major league affiliation
Motorcycle racing teams	Teams competing in motorcycle racing
Professional athletes, independent	Various independent sports professionals
Race car drivers	Drivers participating in various car racing
Race car owners	Owners of cars used in racing
Race dog owners	Owners of race dogs
Racehorse owners	Owners of racehorses
Racehorse trainers	Trainers responsible for preparing racehorses
Racing stables, horse	Facilities supporting horse racing
Racing teams (auto, motorcycle, snowmobile)	Organized racing teams across different vehicle types
Referees and umpires	Officials in independent sporting events
Skiers, independent	Independent professional skiers
Snowmobile racing teams	Teams that race snowmobiles
Sports professionals, independent	Various non-affiliated pro sportspeople
Sports team scouting services, independent	Services for scouting and recruiting sports talent
Sports trainers, independent	Trainers for independent athletes
Stables, horse racing	Housing for racing horses
Stock car racing teams	Teams participating in stock car racing
Tennis professionals, independent	Independent tennis pros
Training race dogs	Services for training racing dogs
Training racehorses	Services for training racing horses
Wrestlers, independent professional	Non-major league professional wrestlers

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What kinds of sports fall under NAICS code 711219?

This code covers sporting events and teams outside major leagues, including minor league baseball, amateur sports, and independent professional sports such as horse racing, dog racing, mixed martial arts, and various motor sports.

Can small businesses qualify for government contracts under this NAICS code?

Yes. Businesses with average annual receipts of $16.5 million or less qualify as small businesses under SBA guidelines for NAICS 711219.

Are major league sports teams included under NAICS 711219?

No. Major league sports teams are classified under different NAICS codes. NAICS 711219 is specifically for other spectator sports such as minor leagues and independent sports.

What types of business activities are typical for NAICS 711219?

Typical activities include operating minor league teams, organizing amateur or specialty sports events, managing racing teams and stables, training athletes, and providing scouting services.

How can this NAICS code help in government contracting?

Having NAICS 711219 enables businesses to identify themselves correctly for government contracts, especially those related to sports event promotion, athletic training, and managing non-major league sports enterprises.

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Conclusion

NAICS Code 711219 - Other Spectator Sports represents a vital segment within the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sector, encompassing a broad array of sporting events and teams outside the major league framework. Whether you manage a minor league team, operate a racing stable, or organize specialty sports tournaments, understanding this NAICS code is essential for industry classification and accessing opportunities like government contracting.

By aligning your business activities with NAICS 711219, you position yourself clearly in the marketplace and leverage size standard benefits tailored to small sports and entertainment enterprises.