Socio - Cultural Influences Flashcards

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What is the positive of performers earning lots of money

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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

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Positives of media on performers

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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

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Negatives of media coverage on performers

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increase the pressure to perform, reducing performer’s enjoyment;
Mistakes can become very public

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Positives of media coverage for spectators

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Events are scheduled so that people can watch them on TV or the internet, making it easier to support your sport or team;

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Positives of increase competitions for spectators

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More competitions give more spectators more opportunities to watch their sport and/or team live;

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Positives of good facilities for spectators

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make viewing live sport more comfortable for the spectator;

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Negatives of sponsorship on the sponsors

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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

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Positives of media spotlight for officials

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can turn officials into heroes and role models;

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Negatives of media spotlight for officials

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Strong media presence can increase the pressure to make the right decision and thus reduce officals’ enjoyment;

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What are three types of technology in sport

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Hawkeye
Performance analysis aids
Television match officials

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What is Hawkeye technology

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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

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What is performance analysis aid technology

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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.

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What is television match officials technology

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Examples are VAR

Used in football to check and review on-field decisions by officials, correcting “clear and obvious errors” accordingly.

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Positives of performers analysis on performers

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fitness wearables monitor vital health and fitness elements Fitness tracking

Coaching aids - video analysis of technique

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Positives of decision review technology for performers

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Performers may be able to use technology to ask officials to review decisions that go against them. Such as challenges in tennis

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Negatives of technology on performers

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Best technology is expensive

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Positives of technology on spectators

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Engages them in how the decisions are reached

Review process can also build up tension and excitement

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Negatives of technology for spectators

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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.

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Positives of technology on officials

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Provides them with support on there decision

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Negatives of technology on officials

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Some officials may be too reliant on the technology, and therefore make fewer “big calls” on-field themselves

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Positives of technology in sport

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The use of technology can make competition fairer because poor decisions can be changed or reconsidered.

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Negatives of technology in sport

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Too many reviews, or lengthy stoppages for checks to be carried out, disrupt the flow of play, slowing it down.

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Positives and negatives of stimulants

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increasing mental and physical alertness whilst reducing fatigue.

Increased risk of: • headaches • high blood pressure • stroke • irregular heartbeat • anxiety & tremors

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Positives and negatives of anabolic agents

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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

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Positives and negatives of beta blockers
reduce heart rate, muscle tension & blood pressure Nausea 👎 Tiredness & weakness 👎 Increased risk of heart problems
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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.
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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
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Define hooligansim
The disorderly aggressive and often violent behaviour by spectators at sporting events
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What are some strategies to combat hooliganism
Early kick offs- less alcohol consumption Segregation of fans Improved security
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What are reasons to hoolignasim
Rivalries - show pride to their club Frustration at games Media hype
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How does age play a role In participation in sports
Muscle ability Older have other responsibilities Younger have more support from family
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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
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How do role models help participation
Get people to aspire to be like them
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How does sexism affect participation
Stereotypes for sports | Low pay for women sport may prevent participation
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How does culture and religion affect participation
Often Middle Eastern families or Asian encourage racket sports