Aggression Flashcards
1
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Define aggression
A
- Intent to harm outside the rules: hostile behaviour.
- Reactive.
- Out of control.
- Deliberate
e.g. punching someone after a foul in rugby, verbal abuse etc.
2
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Define assertion
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- Well motivated behaviour within the rules.
- Controlled.
- Goal- directed.
- No intent to harm.
e.g. a hard, fair tackle in rugby, assertive drive to basket to perform layup.
3
Q
The overlap between aggression and assertion
A
- Difficulty in placing sporting actions in the aggression or assertion categories.
- In boxing, it is within the rules to punch your opponent and there is also an intent to cause harm (aspects of aggression and assertion occur here).
- The middle ground area can occur when there is an aim or intent, but the action is within the rules.
4
Q
Example of aggression
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- Two footed tackle in football.
5
Q
Example of assertion
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- A very strong, quick bowl at the batter in rounders/ cricket.
6
Q
Example of the grey area
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- When making a tackle in rugby, the defender may contact the ribs of the attacker.
- This is within the rules but there is also some intent to cause some pain, so the attacker drops the ball.
7
Q
What is catharsis?
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- Cleansing the emotions; using sport as an outlet for aggression.
- ‘Letting off steam’.
- More aggression may occur if catharsis does not occur.
8
Q
What are some causes of aggression?
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- Playing badly.
- Disagreement with officials decisions.
- Provocation by opponent/ crowd.
- Important game.
- Over-arousal.
9
Q
What strategies can the coach implement to control aggression?
A
- Punish aggressive acts/ drop or sub off the match.
- Remove them from the situation and change position.
- Set clear, focused goals.
- Positive reinforcement for assertive play.
- Use positive role models.
10
Q
What strategies can a player implement to control aggression?
A
Cognitive techniques:
- Mental rehearsal.
- Imagery.
- Visualisation.
Somatic techniques:
- Walk away from situation.
- Use stress management techniques.
- Biofeedback.
- Channel aggression.
11
Q
What strategies can an official implement to control aggression?
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- Punish players by sending them off.
- Apply rules consistently.
- Talk to players to calm them down.
- Give immediate sanctions.
