Aggression, Violence And HOOLIGANISM

Question 1

Causes (14)

Answer 1

1. Nature of sport
2. History of an event (local rivalry)
3. Observed violence
4. Stadium nature (e.g. All seater)
5. Referee’s decisions
6. Peer pressure
7. Monetary rewards
8. Excitement; adrenaline rush
9. Political groups
10. Loyalty/ patriotism
11. Event importance
12. Media hype
13. Alcohol
14. Frustration

Question 2

Consequences of aggression, violence and hooliganism (7)

Answer 2

1. Loss of sponsors
2. Poor image for attracting new talent
3. Loss of spectators
4. Banning of supporters
5. Loss of points // elimination from competitions
6. Negative role models
7. Incites trouble within a wider population

Question 3

Solutions to aggression, violence and hooliganism (10)

Answer 3

1. Crowd segregation with family zones
2. Limit attendance
3. Fair- play charters
4. More severe punishment (fines// prosecutions)
5. Develop positive role models- shame negative
6. Develop club/ community links/ education programmes
7. Tighter security // CCTV
8. Control alcohol availability
9. Responsible media reporting
10. Improve facilities