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Life style Sports Flashcards

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What are lifestyle sports?

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Sports that emphasize self-expression, personal style, and non-traditional competition, such as skateboarding, surfing, and sport climbing.

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How do lifestyle sports differ from traditional sports?

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Lifestyle sports focus on self-expression and informal competition rather than strict rules, uniformity, and traditional structures.

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What is sportization in the context of lifestyle sports?

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The process of organizing, professionalizing, and regulating lifestyle sports to align with mainstream sport opportunities.

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Why is it important to study lifestyle sports?

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They attract participants moving away from conventional sports, are integrated into popular culture, and present unique challenges and opportunities for development.

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What are some contradictions in the strategic development of lifestyle sports?

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The desire to maintain individuality versus the push for formal organization and inclusion in mainstream sports like the Olympics.

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What barriers do lifestyle sports face in becoming part of the IOC?

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Issues of commercialization, representation, and the need to adapt to structured competitive formats.

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How does the inclusion of lifestyle sports in the Olympics impact their culture?

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It may lead to commercialization and standardization, potentially diluting the original spirit of self-expression and anti-establishment values.

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What are some unanswered questions regarding the strategy of lifestyle sports?

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Sustainability of participation, the usefulness of clubs, and the balance between individual expression and organizational structures.

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How has the perception of skateboarding changed with its inclusion in the Olympics?

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It is now seen as a legitimate sport, but there are concerns about maintaining its original culture and values amidst commercialization.

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What is the relationship between lifestyle sports and popular culture?

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Lifestyle sports are often integrated into music, fashion, and media, enhancing their visibility and appeal to a broader audience.

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What are the strengths of lifestyle sports in the sport for development context?

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They can promote inclusivity, community engagement, and provide alternative pathways for youth development.

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What are the weaknesses of lifestyle sports in the sport for development space?

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They may struggle with sustainability, lack of structured support, and underrepresentation of diverse groups.

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What did Vans’ Director of Global Marketing emphasize regarding skateboarding and the IOC?

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The need for a competitive series to elevate emerging talent and cater to both male and female participants in skateboarding.

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What is the “cool factor” in lifestyle sports according to Tony Hawk?

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The excitement and appeal of skateboarding events, which may not require validation from traditional sports.

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What was the rationale for including lifestyle sports like skateboarding in the IOC?

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To tap into emerging youth trends, promote diversity, and engage with a broader audience.

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What are the learning objectives for studying lifestyle sports?

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Examine strategic leadership in sport for development, analyze public sector strengths/weaknesses, explore public/volunteer/commercial partnerships, and engage in activities like “Skate like a girl.”

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How do lifestyle sports differ from traditional sports?

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Lifestyle sports focus on self-expression, loose competition, and individual philosophy rather than dominance, scoring, and strict tradition.

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What are some public sector strengths of lifestyle sports in sport for development?

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Community development, engagement with at-risk youth, promoting physical activity, and opportunities for high performance.

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What are some public sector weaknesses of lifestyle sports?

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Dependency on grants, potential conflicts with funding priorities, and the challenge of aligning lifestyle sports with structured health and activity goals.

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What philosophical differences exist in lifestyle sports communities?

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The community values freedom of expression and individualism, which can clash with formal governance and regulation.

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What is the “civilizing process” in lifestyle sports?

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The imposition of governance, rules, and etiquette that can restrict the free-spirited nature of lifestyle sports.

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How do lifestyle sports leaders navigate funding challenges?

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By forming unexpected partnerships with private companies, local leadership, and maintaining community values while seeking funding.

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What are some complex considerations of lifestyle sports in sport for development?

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Balancing commercial pressures, funding sources, philosophical ideals, and organizational structures.

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How can commercial partnerships influence lifestyle sports?

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They can provide funding and resources but may also pressure sports to conform to commercial and health outcome goals.

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What role do participants play in lifestyle sports governance?

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Participants shape the experience and direction of lifestyle sports, often prioritizing community and personal expression over formal structures.

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What is the tension between lifestyle sports and government funding?

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Lifestyle sports seek to maintain freedom and creativity, which may conflict with government-imposed health and activity outcomes.

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What do Beal et al. (2017) suggest about leadership in lifestyle sports?

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Leadership is characterized by unexpected partnerships, local values, and navigating the complexities of funding and community needs.

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How do lifestyle sports serve as a vehicle for sport for development?

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They can promote health and activity while also fostering community engagement and individual empowerment.

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