School Sport Flashcards
1
Q
Characteristics of School Sport
A
-optional
-competitive
-valued by governments
-linked to initiatives such as School Sports Programmes and School Games
-schools employ specialist coaches to offer broader range of activities
2
Q
Give
Physical
Social
Mental
Benefits of school sport
(note: the benefit for “physical” is more general as oppose to specific)
A
Physical:
-healthier active lifestyles
-skill development
Social:
-develop new friendships
-improved communication skills
Mental:
-cognitive development
-improved self esteem
