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