Hosting sports teams can be a consistent and lucrative source of revenue for hotels that are able to fulfill the specific needs of professional athletes. To fill a gap in information about professional teams' needs, this study sampled teams in Major League Baseball, the National Football League, and the National Basketball Association. Although the players have some concerns in common, the study found that teams in each sport have specific requirements. Moreover, each individual team's policies determine the services a team will want during its stay at a hotel. All professional teams want security, enough rooms for single occupancy, and smooth front-desk service. Unlike baseball and basketball teams, football teams need breakout space for team meetings and require carefully controlled in-house food service. Basketball players appreciate extralarge beds and late-night food service.