SPTE 110 Final
Use of prayer by athletes
- to cope with anxiety - to put life and sports into perspective - to build meaning in sport participation
use of sport to promote social values
-US view of sport as teaching mainstream values -capitalism: competition, hard work, winners -Socialism: teamwork, fitness, friendship potential to integrate people from diverse backgrounds in areas of conflict
IOC initiatives
-bringing sport to rural and underdeveloped communities -aiding local economic development -rehabilitating war victims -helping prevent HIV/AIDS -bringing hope and joy to refugee camps
Christian influence on sport
-churches used sport to attract people -catholics started CYO Protestants started YMCA -link between sport can reinforce a desired code of conduct -instills protestant values (hard work, self discipline, striving for success)
government use of sport to promote unity and idenity
-cities try to attract pro sport in order to increase attractiveness - sport can unify strangeers and provide topics in communication -can promote collective identity through apparel -hold special sporting events
islam and sport
-every action meant to glorify ALLAH -women were require to wear their traditional dress -muhammad ALI
Judaism and sport
-jewish boxers were dominant in early 1900s -jewish basketball players in 1940s - baseball (hank Greenberg, Sandy koufax)
the olympic charter and social responsibility
-place sport at the service of the harmonious development of humanity with a view to promoting a peaceful society concerned with the preservation of human dignity
role of US government in sport
-protects citizens rights -promotes equal opportunity -protects the publics financial interest
After Title IX
-still fewer opportunities - inferior facilities - more white girls play a sport than african american or hispanics
use of religion by athletes
-to justify commitment to high performance -reduce pressure and uncertainty -to enhance bonds between teammates -to guide moral decision making
three prongs of compliance: Title IX
1. are participant numbers proportional to enrollment? 2. does the school show a history of progress? 3. Does the school accommodate students interest in sport
all but ___ states allow some type of gambling
2
______ percent of female athletes report having an eating disorder
33 percent
more than ___ of adults worldwide do not engage in sufficient physical activity
60%
what percent of athletes report having been hazed?
75 percent
ADA
Americans with disabilities act: enacted in 1990 to eliminate discrimination in several areas: Employment, government, public accomodation, telecommunication, transportation
ameture sports capital
Indianapolis inndianna
at risk prevention programs
YMCA, boys and girls club up2us
acedemic development and sport
as a vehical to develop academic skills
deviant behavior
behavior that is beyond normal can be good or bad not conforming to the norms overconforming to the groups expectations
sports and change:
champion athletes have a platform if they choose to use it: muhamad ali, billie jean king not all who use the platform are successfull : curt flood
reducing violence:
changing in NHL treatment of fighting, NFL studies on brain trauma, mentors in vilence prevention, suspension for players with violent behaiors
athlete examples: gambling in sport
chicago black sox, collge basketball pete rose referee examples time donaghy (NBA) 2006 world cup, soccer match fixing
adult:benefits and challenges
close relationships, self challenge, less priority on physical activity
collge gambling
college athletes have a higher rate of gambing than non athletes
female athlete triad
disordered eating. amenorrhea, osteoporosis
Implications of th AA for sport
dramatic change in sport opportniteies, more representation for programs for people with a disability by governing bodies than before the ada, mainstreaming into regular sport programs, more attention to variation in degree of disability
activities such as ____________ will compete for peoples time
electornic entertainmnet
technology future trends
equiptment and facility improvemnts will result in better performance training methods will improve
three core values of olympic movement
excellence, friendship and respect
benifits and challenges of spot at different ages: children
fast development of skills, social interation, rule following, self concept
Paralympics
for athletes with a physical disability. 1960 innagural games held in rome second largest sporting event in the world
special olympics
for athletes with intelectual disability began in 1968 goal is to build confidence, improve fitness and build confidence held every 4 years
social theories and change
functionalist: sports can changed from the inside conflict participation sport programs allow more people to participate feminist women will assume more leadership positions in sport interactionist athletes will force changes from bottom up critical educators can take the lead in determining the value and plae of sport in society
US trends that will affect US sports
global trends: terrorism, global economy -increase number of older athletes -protection of citizens rights -protection of sport investments -expansion of sport managemtn -record breaking due to scientific advances -chaning attitudes towards gambling -increase in coaching complience
Opiate of the masses
government uses sport to distract citizens from social inequities -used to rally citizens for a united cause in both developed and developing counties
four perspectives on politics and sport
government uses sport to improve citizens quality of life sport can reinforce the status quo nations sponsor international teams to promote patriotic pride the politics of sport institutions
stimulants:
increase arousal and energy. have been used for decades
anabolic steroids
increase muscle size, speed and power -ability to train soon after ehaustion -BALCO scandal -testosterone
US centers for disease control and prevention
links research on phsical activity and quality of life sets recommendations for physical activity
concussions:
long term effects: dementia, depression, and alzheimers
nationalism and sport
patriotic symbols and colors at internation competitions -national anthem played before games -army navy college football game -historic olympic boycott
______ and ________ will continue t revolutionize fan experiences
pay per view and internet viewing
sports and politic
politicians congradulate successful athletes campionship teams visit the whitehouse some athletes become politicians: bill bradley national sport boards and the NCAA operate as political organizations
violence in sport
preception that athetes are more violent than other people, perception through media exposure and occasional leniency given to accuded athlete offenders
Title IX
prohibits the discrimination in federally supported education programs -passes in 1972 -before title IX participation rates and financial support were lopsided
prescription and OTC:
promote healing, mask pain, carry long term risk
Sport is more like ___________ than anything else
religion
acedemic enrichment and sport programs
safe haven combining school and sport
how sport can bring peace
security, rebuilding economies, open communication, reconciliation in torn societies
consequences of onfield violent behaiors
shortened career and reduced earnings, pressure to return from injury, negative publicity for teams, poor behavior modeling
stand alone programs
skill focuses, foundational
older adults:
social and health reasons for participation
electronic media
sport action will be viewed on demand fantasy teams and leagues will be interactive online sports wagering will grow athletes will be more accessable to fans through
AARP/ ICAA
sport association for older people
What does sport mean in a society?
sport is a microcosm of society: sport is organized similar to our society and vice versa - athletes are seen as role models -gives a city or school and identity -affects cultures, traditions and values -offers insight on societal issues
sport and society:
sports distracts from difficult times -sport helps maintain status quo (male dominance, traditional values) - sports can also change society -sports can promote polititians
use of religion by coahces owners and organizations
team unity moral code informal prayer at school events
eating orders have increased since what
title 9
MLB penalties for drug use
toughest in major us leagues
youth: benefits and challenges of sport
transitions, critical time for dropouts
conflict between sport and religion
violent nature of some sports, questioning meaning and value