Technology in Sport Flashcards
How has technology contributed to performance?
New technologies allow athletes to participate at a higher skill level and recover faster from injuries e.g. zero gravity treadmills
New developments in clothing, equipment and playing surfaces can be the difference between winning a gold or silver medal at an elite level e.g. thermoregulation garments
How has technology contributed to participation?
New technologies have made physical activity more accessible, inclusive and encouraging. This means people of all backgrounds, ability levels and interest in physical activity can be supported e.g sport designed prosthetic limbs
They have also improved spectator appeal
What are the positive impact of technology?
Improved performance
More accurate judging and officiation
More effective training gear and equipment
Injuries can be minimised
Performance of players can be analysed
What are the negative impact of technology?
There is not equal access to the most advanced technology globally
It is advancing too quickly to be regulated
What are the ethical implications of technology?
Difficult to compare past and modern performances
Access to technology is not equal between countries
Gaining an illegal advantage
The media’s product promotion aims for the highest profit.
What are some examples of technological innovations for athletes?
Heart rate monitor
Global position tracker
Compression clothing
Video analysis
What is technology in sport?
The use of technology to improve athletic performance, training, analysis, and overall sports experience
How does technology improve spectators appeal?
Camera positioning, replay modes and sport apps provide more details to spectators increasing interest in their chosen sport
Live scores help spectators to keep up with games without being there or watching it on TV
Social media actively used by athletes and sporting clubs are used as a form of communication for fans and the community
What is performance?
The pursuit of excellence where a sportsman measures his or her performance quantitatively or qualitatively towards their desired goal
What is participation
Engaging in the sport through taking part in it or spectating it.
Rule modifications in sport due to technology
Challenge limit on hawk eye technology for tennis players
Challenge limit on Decision review system for cricket players
Banning of high tech swimsuits in swimming
