Popularity Of Sports Flashcards
1
Q
What are the factors that impact the popularity of the sport in the UK?
A
Participation Provision Environment Spectatorship Media coverage Success Role models Accessibility
2
Q
How would media coverage impact on the popularity of tennis?
A
Higher profile coverage e.g. around Wimbledon fortnight. Less media coverage at certain points of the year.
Can increase or decrease participation/spectatorship/popularity.
3
Q
How would social acceptability impact on the popularity of tennis?
A
Tennis is seen as the preserve of the middle classes. It isn’t promoted in many state schools.
-can increase or decrease the popularity/participation/participation.
4
Q
How does success indict in the popularity of tennis?
A
Success of professional tennis players. Successful players inspire as role models.
