6.6 - Sport and the law Flashcards
How have sport and the law been traditionally viewed?
As separate areas of life with rare overlap.
What has led to stricter adherence to legal standards in sports?
Increased professionalism and commercialisation in sport.
What can be claimed by sports performers in cases of injury?
Civil claims for injuries suffered and/or loss of earnings.
What must be proven for claims made by sports performers for injury or loss of earnings?
The act was outside the playing culture of the sport.
Who primarily deals with issues related to player violence?
National governing bodies (NGBs) of sport.
Who was the first example of violence leading to prosecution in sports?
Duncan Ferguson in Scotland in 1995.
What happened in the case of James Cotterill in 2006?
He was jailed for punching a fellow player resulting in a serious injury.
What is the Bosman Ruling?
A ruling that allows professional footballers within the EU to move freely to another employer at the end of their contract.
Negligence
Conduct that falls below a ‘reasonable person standard’ leading to harm.
Duty of care
A legal obligation to ensure the safety of participants.
What can happen if a referee is found negligent?
They may be held liable for injuries sustained by players.
What is an example of negligence by an official in sports?
Allowing a match to be played on a dangerous surface.
What is the significance of the case Smoldon v Whitworth and Nolan?
Established that referees can be liable for player injuries due to negligence.
What responsibilities do coaches have regarding health and safety?
Ensure access to first aid facilities and emergency contacts.
What is meant by ‘in loco parentis’?
Acting in the place of a parent, particularly regarding children’s safety.
What does the Occupiers’ Liability Act (1957) state?
An occupier owes a common duty of care to visitors.
What is the purpose of the Safety of Sports Grounds Act (1975)?
To protect all spectators at sports grounds.
What does the Sporting Events
Act (1985) prohibit?
Possession of alcohol at a football match or on the way to a match.
What does the Fire Safety and Safety of Place of Sport Act (1987) require?
A fire security certificate for events and specifies maximum spectator numbers.
What does the Football Spectators Act (1989) allow?
Imposes banning orders on individuals who commit offences at sports events.
What are the key reasons why sports performers might need legal assistance? SOCCER
Spectators attacking players
Opponents being ‘too violent’
Contractual issues with sponsors
Contractual issues with employers
Equality of opportunities issues
Refereeing negligence.
What three offences were created by the Football Offences Act (1991) to improve safety at football grounds?
- Throwing of missiles
- Chanting of racist remarks
- Trespassing onto the field of play
What is one key way legislation has improved crowd behaviour and safety at football matches?
By implementing bans on individuals who commit offences
This helps to deter violent or disruptive behaviour.
True or False: The Fire Safety and Safety of Place of Sport Act (1987) does not address the materials used in stands.
False
The Act specifically states that stands must be made from fire-proof materials.
The Football Offences Act (1991) aims to prevent _______ at football grounds.
Hooliganism
What is the purpose of the legislation?
To improve safety and control fan behaviour at sporting events
This includes protections for performers, officials, coaches, and spectators.
Identify one way coaches can fulfill their duty of care.
By ensuring safe playing conditions
What does increased security presence at sporting events aim to achieve?
To control fan behaviour and enhance safety
List the benefits of the law becoming more closely linked to the world of sport.
- Improved safety for spectators
- Enhanced accountability for officials and coaches
- Better regulation of fan behaviour
List the 6 Acts
- Liability Act
- Sporting Events Act
- Safety of Sports Grounds Act
- Fire Safety and Safety of Place of Sport Act
- Football Spectators Act
- Football Offences act
