Sportsmanship And Gamesmanship

Question 1

What is sportsmanship

Answer 1

Conforming to the rules, spirit and etiquette of a sport

Question 2

What is simulation? Give an example

Answer 2

Trying to deceive an official by overacting
Eg diving to win a free kick

Question 3

What are the virtues associated with sportsmanship

Answer 3

Respect
Integrity
Humility
Self discipline
Patience
Compassion
Perseverance
Empathy
Fairness
Teamwork
Encouragement
Forgiveness

Question 4

How did Abby Wambach show sportsmanship in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Answer 4

She noticed the other teams goalie was injured and urged her team not to attack demonstrating empathy and fair play

Question 5

How did Paolo di Canio show sportsmanship in the premier league

Answer 5

When the opposing keeper was injured he caught the ball instead of trying to score showing empathy and prioritising player wellbeing over success

Question 6

How did Nadal and Federer show sportsmanship in tennis

Answer 6

Both players regularly compliment each other in post match interviews showing mutual respect and humility regardless of who wins

Question 7

How did Micheal Schumacher and Mika Hakkinen show sportsmanship in formula 1

Answer 7

Schumacher praised his rival Hakkinen after a hard fought season showing respect for his opponents skill and talent

Question 8

How did Jesse Owens and Luz Long show sportsmanship in the 1936 Olympics

Answer 8

Luz Long advised Jesse Owens on his long jump technique helping him to win, despite being competitors showing mutual respect

Question 9

How did Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin show sportsmanship in 1969 Ryder cup

Answer 9

Nicklaus conceded Jacklins short putt on the final hole ensuring the match ended in a draw showing respect for his opponent and valuing fair competition over victory

Question 10

Define respect

Answer 10

Treating others with consideration and honour

Question 11

Define integrity

Answer 11

Playing fairly and honestly even when no one is watching

Question 12

Define humility

Answer 12

Accepting wins and losses with grace

Question 13

Define self discipline

Answer 13

Controlling emotions and behaviour, especially when under pressure

Question 14

Define patience

Answer 14

Staying composed in tough situations

Question 15

Define compassion

Answer 15

Helping injured/struggling competitors

Question 16

Define perseverance

Answer 16

Showing resilience/determination in challenging situations

Question 17

Define empathy

Answer 17

Understanding and supporting others including opponents

Question 18

Define fairness

Answer 18

Following rules & maintaining equality in competition

Question 19

Define teamwork

Answer 19

Valuing cooperation and collective success over individual achievement

Question 20

Define encouragement

Answer 20

Motivating and uplifting teammates and competitors

Question 21

Define forgiveness

Answer 21

Letting go of grievances even in the heat of the moment

Question 22

What is gamesmanship? How could it be described

Answer 22

Bending the rules and stretching them to the absolute limit without getting caught
Could be described as the art of winning games by cunning means without actually breaking the rules

Question 23

What is a limitation of gamesmanship

Answer 23

There is a fine line between it and cheating

Question 24

What are some examples of gamesmanship

Answer 24

Delaying play at a restart to get back in defence
Time wasting when ahead
Verbally sledging or distracting an opponent
Psyching out an opponent at a pre match conference
Taking an injury time out or toilet break etc to upset rhythm of the opponent
Deliberate deception of an official