Sport and the law

Question 1

sports law

Answer 1

the laws, regulations and judicial decisions that govern sports and athletes who perform in them

Question 2

reasons why sports performers might need assistance from the law during their sporting experiences

Answer 2

spectators attacking players
opponents being too violent
contractual issues with sponsors and employers
equality of opportunities issues e.g. racism
refereeing negligence

Question 3

negligence

Answer 3

conduct that falls below a reasonable person standard and leads to a breach of the duty of care which results in foreseeable harm to others

Question 4

duty of care

Answer 4

a legal obligation imposed on someone if they are responsible for a group of people

Question 5

uses of sports legislation in relation to coaches (duty of care)

Answer 5

health and safety- access to first aid and emergency contacts

protection from abuse- emotional and physical

supplements- education about drugs

duty of care- legal and moral duty
e.g.
keeping up to date contact details
maintaining appropriate supervision ratios
first aid
DBS clearance
risk assessments

Question 6

use of sports legislation in relation to spectators (safety, hooliganisms)

Answer 6

all seater stadiums
control of alcohol sales
specified kick off times
increased security
tougher deterrents