Socio-cultural Influences Flashcards
What factors affect who play sport?
Gender. Age. Socio-economic group. Ethnicity. Disability. Influences of other people.
How does gender influence sports?
Some activities still offer one sex more opportunities than the other. We also see it in the way that most sports are still organised on gender lines e.g men events and woman events in athletics.
Example of gender influencing in sport?
A boy who would like to play a sport like netball may struggle to find a team. Like a women trying to play cricket or rugby.
How does age influence sports?
Age can affect performance as well as participation. Some sports which need good flexibility, strength etc may be more suitable for younger people. Where as patience/tactics may be better for older people.
Examples of sports more suitable for older/younger people?
Older-golf or bowls.
Younger-Rugby,football gymnastics.
Example of age influences sports?
Some activities have age restrictions such as London marathon where you must be over 18.
How does Socio-economic group influence sports?
It groups people based off of family, wages and skills. This means some sports are grouped into upper-class, working class sports based off of who plays them.
Example of socio-economic group affecting sports?
If someone who does not have a lot of money has to buy a membership etc they are restricted to if they can play.
How does ethnicity affect sport?
It refers to cultural, linguistic or religious traits. It can influence whether we play sport as well as what we play and succeed in.
Example of ethnicity affecting sport?
Racism against non-white players. There are still far fewer black managers at the top level of sport.
How does disability influence sports?
Resources and opportunities are increasing. However, more availability is still needed in schools, and at local level for people who are disabled and aren’t professional athletes.
Who can influence you in choice of sports?
Peers, family and role models.
How does family influence sports?
Children may follow and support teams their family support. Parents may have to play less due to family responsibilities.
How do peers influence sports?
Having people of same age and interests help encourage and support friends.
What is commercialisation?
Means making something available on the market or using something to make a profit.
