Socioculture - Globalistion Of Sport Flashcards
What is globalisation of sport?
Refers to the processes by which sports and sporting cultures spread across the globe becoming integrated into different societies.
What is the impact of globalisation on sport?
This phenomenon leads to increase participation spectatorship and the establishment of international competitors.
What is the role of television and digital media in globalisation of sport?
Media plays a crucial role in the globalisation of sport by broadcasting events to a global audience.
How has increased accessibility to sporting events impacted sport?
This accessibility allows fans from different different countries to watch an engage with sports they may not have had exposure to otherwise increasing the popularity of these sports globally.
What are some examples of global events?
Olympics
FIFA World Cup
NBA finals
What is the impact of global events and participation?
These competitions encourage participation in sports globally as nations aspire to compete on the worlds stage leading to the growth of various sports in different regions.
What is the role of sponsorship and advertising in globalisation?
Globalisation has led to increased commercial interest in sport with multinational companies sponsoring teams and events.
How does sponsorship of teams affect revenue?
This commercialisation boost revenue for sporting organisations allowing them to invest in talent development and facilities further enhancing the global reach of sports.
What is the influence of technology on sport?
Advancements in communication: the Internet and social media enabling instant communication and engagement with global audiences.
Online streaming and social media: platforms allow fans to follow their favourite sport and teams from anywhere in the world fostering a global sport community and increasing participation and interests in various sports.
What is the economic impact of globalisation?
Global sports market: the globalisation of sports has created a vast global sports market driving economic growth in various countries through sports tourism merchandise sales and international broadcasting rights.
Job creation: growth leads to job creation in related industries such as event management marketing and hospitality further intertwining sport with global economies.
What are international governing bodies?
Organisations that oversee the rules and regulations and standards of specific sports at a global level.
What is the importance of international governing bodies?
Establish standardised regulations and insure fair play and consistency across countries they facilitate international competitions to promote the growth of sports globally and support the development of athletes and infrastructure. Thereby enhancing the overall integrity and accessibility of sports worldwide.
What is the definition of equality legislation?
Refers to laws and policies aimed at insuring equal rights and opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, gender or other characteristics.
Give an example of an quality legislation
The equality act in 2010 to protect against discrimination.
How does the equality legislation promote diversity?
Require sport organisations to actively promote and support diversity in showing that athletes from all backgrounds can participate.
How to say equality legislation reduce discrimination?
By addressing issues like racism and sexism, these laws help create safe more welcoming environment in sport.
The equality legislation all allows equal access to facilities training and competition opportunities for all regardless of differences.
What has the equality legislation done for women’s sports?
Increasing funding for women’s teams and events and the promotion of female role models through the media and sponsorship hoping to inspire young girls participate in sports breaking down traditional barriers and stereotypes.
What are the policies towards the discrimination?
They promote a zero tolerance approach. Programs have been created to encourage participation from ethnic minorities providing resources for them to enter sports.
How does media representation shape public opinion?
Positive coverage can enhance visibility and participation while negative representation can reinforce stereotypes and discourage engagement. The portrayal of gender and race affect how audience values sports impacting funding and participation rates making media representation crucial for promoting inclusivity.
How can financial investment player role in developing sports?
Increase funding and enhanced resources and access for underrepresented groups promoting inclusivity. Conversely, a focus on popular sports may limit opportunities for less mainstream activities perpetuating existing disparities in participation.
