Miami isn't just a sports town—it's a sports empire. With franchises in every major league and a growing presence in F1, soccer, and tennis, the city has become a magnet for sports moguls and dealmakers.
Team Owners
Stephen Ross
The Dolphins owner has transformed Hard Rock Stadium into one of the most versatile venues in sports, hosting F1, the Super Bowl, and soon, World Cup matches.
Micky Arison
The Carnival Cruise patriarch owns the Heat and has presided over three NBA championships.
Jorge Mas
The Inter Miami co-owner brought Messi to Miami, creating the biggest sports moment in the city's history.
David Beckham
Beckham's vision for MLS in Miami took nearly a decade to realize, but the payoff has been spectacular.
Basketball Legends
Pat Riley
The Heat president has built one of the NBA's most respected franchises through sheer force of will and the Heat Culture.
LeBron James
Though no longer in Miami, LeBron's four years with the Heat produced two championships and cemented the franchise's place among the elite.
Miami's four major sports franchises have a combined estimated value of over $15 billion.