Socio - Cultural Influences Flashcards
What is the positive of performers earning lots of money
More money to pay higher wages - the short performance lifespan can be catered for by earning more during career;
There is more money available to pay for new & technologically advanced kit, equipment and facilities
Positives of media on performers
Being in the media spotlight can turn performers into heroes and role models - this can increase participation and the chance of future stars being found;
And increase exposure of sport
Negatives of media coverage on performers
increase the pressure to perform, reducing performer’s enjoyment;
Mistakes can become very public
Positives of media coverage for spectators
Events are scheduled so that people can watch them on TV or the internet, making it easier to support your sport or team;
Positives of increase competitions for spectators
More competitions give more spectators more opportunities to watch their sport and/or team live;
Positives of good facilities for spectators
make viewing live sport more comfortable for the spectator;
Negatives of sponsorship on the sponsors
If a sponsor links their name or brand to a sport, team or performer that is hit by a scandal, it can have a damaging effect on the sponsor’s reputation
Positives of media spotlight for officials
can turn officials into heroes and role models;
Negatives of media spotlight for officials
Strong media presence can increase the pressure to make the right decision and thus reduce officals’ enjoyment;
What are three types of technology in sport
Hawkeye
Performance analysis aids
Television match officials
What is Hawkeye technology
Computer system that uses several cameras to track flight and trajectory of balls and other things. Used in tennis to help with decisions such as line calls and football with goal line technology
What is performance analysis aid technology
Includes wearable technology, that monitors fitness or records a performer’s movements on-pitch. Also includes software programmes, such as Dartfish and Kandle, Coaches Eye etc, that use cameras to capture movement.
What is television match officials technology
Examples are VAR
Used in football to check and review on-field decisions by officials, correcting “clear and obvious errors” accordingly.
Positives of performers analysis on performers
fitness wearables monitor vital health and fitness elements Fitness tracking
Coaching aids - video analysis of technique
Positives of decision review technology for performers
Performers may be able to use technology to ask officials to review decisions that go against them. Such as challenges in tennis
Negatives of technology on performers
Best technology is expensive
Positives of technology on spectators
Engages them in how the decisions are reached
Review process can also build up tension and excitement
Negatives of technology for spectators
Missed reviews can cause unrest or poor spectator behaviour, whether it is because a decision is not-reviewed or does not fully clarify a decision.
Positives of technology on officials
Provides them with support on there decision
Negatives of technology on officials
Some officials may be too reliant on the technology, and therefore make fewer “big calls” on-field themselves
Positives of technology in sport
The use of technology can make competition fairer because poor decisions can be changed or reconsidered.
Negatives of technology in sport
Too many reviews, or lengthy stoppages for checks to be carried out, disrupt the flow of play, slowing it down.
Positives and negatives of stimulants
increasing mental and physical alertness whilst reducing fatigue.
Increased risk of: • headaches • high blood pressure • stroke • irregular heartbeat • anxiety & tremors
Positives and negatives of anabolic agents
They produce muscle and bone growth, whilst reducing recovery time so performers can train harder and more often.
Increased risk of: • disease, including liver cancer & organ damage • infertility • injury, especially tendon damage • hair loss • acne • high blood pressure, heart attack & heart disease
Positives and negatives of beta blockers
reduce heart rate, muscle tension & blood pressure
Nausea 👎 Tiredness & weakness 👎 Increased risk of heart problems
What is blood doping
Involves removing a performer’s blood a few weeks before competition, freezing it, and then reinjecting it - usually via blood transfusions - just before competition.
Positives and negatives of blood doping
This increases the number of red blood cells in the bloodstream, improving oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. It means a performer can perform longer before fatigue sets in and recovery is quicker.
Increased risk of: • heart attack • infection (unsterile transfusions) • embolism, causing a blood vessel to block • stroke
Define hooligansim
The disorderly aggressive and often violent behaviour by spectators at sporting events
What are some strategies to combat hooliganism
Early kick offs- less alcohol consumption
Segregation of fans
Improved security
What are reasons to hoolignasim
Rivalries - show pride to their club
Frustration at games
Media hype
How does age play a role In participation in sports
Muscle ability
Older have other responsibilities
Younger have more support from family
How do friends/family effect participation
Someone may not participate because their friends are vica versa
Young people likely to copy their parents or older sibling
How do role models help participation
Get people to aspire to be like them
How does sexism affect participation
Stereotypes for sports
Low pay for women sport may prevent participation
How does culture and religion affect participation
Often Middle Eastern families or Asian encourage racket sports
