Ethics In Sport Flashcards
Define etiquette
The unwritten rules of the game
Example of etiquette
Kicking the ball out of play in football when the opposition is injured
Define contract to compete
Unwritten agreement between players to follow the written and unwritten rules of the game
Example of contract to compete
Not arguing or questioning referee’s decisions
OR
not taking banned substances in athletics
Define gamesmanship
Gaining a unfair advantage by bending the rules to the limit
Example of gamesmanship
Time wasting
Faking a injury to waste time
What does gamesmanship do?
Break the rules of etiquette and fair play BUT NOT the actual rules
> gaining unfair advantage
Define sportsmanship
Conforming to the rules, spirit and etiquette of a sport- fair play
Example of sportsmanship
Allowing opponents to score after incorrect officiating decisions
Shaking hands after games
Sportsmanship in a nutshell:
Showing respect to your opposition