Sporting crazes in modern global consumer society Flashcards
5 factors of the birth and success of International sport
- codified rules and regulations
- International Sports federations
- transoceanic travel ad communication
- nationalism
- politics
explain how nationalism plays a role in sports
- we all connect to stars and stripes
- national anthem sung at the beginning of games
- Team USA becomes a solid representation of the nation
explain how politics plays a role in sports
- govt funds research and development in human performance
- business build event centers
- Team USA victories are a form of propaganda
What is the significance of Tom Molineaux vs Tom Cribb
it was the first recorded international sporting event
What is America’s Cup?
John Cox Stevens hosted a yacht race that sailed from America to England.
First cricket match was held in
Philadelphia
tennis and golf are gender appropriate sports. Why?
no direct contact
Which country was the world’s leading soccer power?
Uruguay
Who hosts first World Cup?
Uruguay
Who hosted 2nd World Cup?
Italy
Discuss Mussolini’s agenda in regards to hosting 2nd World Cup
Mussolini wanted to make Italy great again and soccer was going to help restore a sense of pride to the Italian people.
He recognized the power of sport and foreign affairs.
He threatened referees and bribed people.
“Win or Die”
Who was Pierre de Coubertin?
French nobleman
revives olympics in modern era (1894)
Where was modern olympics held?
Athens (1896)
Discuss Title IX
an amendment to the education act;
an attempt to level the playing field in higher education (females)
