hosting global sporting event Flashcards
what are the positive sporting impacts of hosting a global event ?
what are the positive sporting impacts of hosting a global event ?
what are the negative social impacts of hosting a global event ?
- underused facilities after events
- sport deviance is more likely to be highlighted via media e.g hooliganism
- smaller and less known sports are likely to be side lined and not get enough funding e.g squash
what are the positive impacts of hosting a Global event on society ?
- the shop window effect showcasing of the host country or city
- pride increased sense of pride and feel good factors within the population of the host country/city
- more money is brought into the country
- improved use of sports facilities by local communities
what are the negative impacts of hosting a global event on society?
- Displacement - People may be displaced or disrupted by the development required
- Expensive - For the period of the event, prices of things may increase locally
- Investment & interest - in other social projects may be reduced or lost
- hosting an event may cause resentment in other areas/countries
what are the positive economic Impacts of Hosting a Global Sporting Event?
- Increased income - to the host city or country because of tourism
- Improved economy - due to employment opportunities, building, transport and support jobs for the event
- New Business are attracted - to the host city or country. There are commercial benefits related to goods sold in the area of the event
what are the negative economic impacts of hosting a global sporting event?
Expensive - Bidding to host a global sporting event is expensive
Debt - The cost of hosting can be more than it raises in revenue leading to economic loss
Limited long-term job opportunities – Opportunities often exaggerated. Jobs created for the global event are often temporary
Increased local housing or rent prices
