Negative Influences

Question 1

What is the main disadvantage of the Media?

Answer 1

• Media Pressure, which if the media decide to mount campaigns against a performer or a team then this can be damaging for performance

Question 2

How does Media Pressure then link to intrusion?

Answer 2

• As any event there may be many photographers, reporters, cameramen which can put pressure on performers or even distract them

Question 3

What is the disadvantage of Levels of Support?

Answer 3

• Spectators may decide that it is easier and cheaper option to watch an event on TV rather than attend in person
• The club or organisation them do not get revenue from ticket sales, which can then have a negative impact on their finances

Question 4

Explain how a director of a tv broadcast then have an impact on how sport is seen by viewers

Answer 4

• They can decide what events or sports are seen or highlighted
• This can then lead to trouble as commentators can say or make the comments which they want
• This applies in the written media where opinions can be stated and justified