Ethics and Fair Play Flashcards
What does the term ‘ethics’ refer to?
The moral principles that govern a person’s behaviour or the conducting of an activity.
Conduct and actions that are:
Honest
Fair
Responsible
Explain “Integrity”
Integrity involves the positive conduct by athletes, administrators, officials, supporters and other stakeholders, on and off the sporting field, which enhances the reputation and standing of the sporting contest and of sport overall.
What are the three main categories to be considered when looking at respect?
- Athletes should show respect for teammates, opponents, coaches and officials.
- Coaches should show respect for their players, opponents and officials.
- Fans, especially parents, should show respect for other fans, as well as both teams and officials.
Why is fairness in sport important?
Fairness is essential in providing a fun, enjoyable and meaningful experience to all participants in sport.
What is sportsmanship?
Sportsmanship means playing within the rules and understanding and using sports etiquette. It also refers to playing fairly in the spirit of the game, showing respect and fair play to opponents and being gracious in both victory and defeat.
What is ‘equity’?
Equity in sport means equality of access, recognising inequalities and taking steps to address them. It is about changing the culture and structures of a sport to ensure that it becomes equally accessible to all members of society regardless of age, ability, gender, race, ethnicity, sexuality or social economic status.
What is ‘gamesmanship’?
Gamesmanship occurs when a player bends the rules or uses questionable methods without actually breaking the rules to gain an advantage over their opponent
What is ‘deviant’ behaviour in sport?
Deviant behaviour in sport occurs when a player, manager, spectator or anyone involved behaves in a way that knowingly breaks the rules or ethics of the sport. Examples include cheating, the use of violence, using PEDs, fielding ineligible players, bribing officials or match fixing
What does the term ‘Values’ refer to?
Ideas which we think are important.
What is ‘ettiquette’?
Sport also has unwritten rules or customs – etiquette – to uphold respect and fairness. These help people to play in the ‘spirit of the game’.
What is a performance enhancing drug? (or PED)
A PED is defined as any substance taken specifically for the purpose of improving sports performance.
What is an anabolic steroid?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of analbolic steroids?
What are Beta blockers used for?
To lower the heart rate
What are the advantages and disadvantages of beta blockers?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of diruetics?
Advantages and disadvantages of narcotic analgesics?
Advantages and disadvantages of Human growth hormone (HGH)?
Advantages and disadvantages of EPO?
Advantages and disadvantages of taking stimulants?
8 reasons why an athlete might take PEDs
5 reasons for not taking PEDs?
What is a TUE?
What is a dietary supplement?
What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Creatine Monohydrate as a supplement?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of protein as a supplement?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using caffeine as a supplement?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using sodium bicarbonate as a supplement?
