Well they aren't paid with money, but there is value in being a part of something like the Olympics. Getting up close to the athletes, seeing the action from th

Well they aren't paid with money, but there is value in being a part of something like the Olympics. Getting up close to the athletes, seeing the action from the floor, even being on TV in the background of something being watched by millions is exciting for many people. This is something people would probably gladly pay for, so getting to do it for free is a method of payment.