The Modern Olympic Games Flashcards
Where were ancient olympic games held?
Olympia, Greece
Who established the modern Olympic Games, and when?
Baron Pierre de Coubertin, 1896
What did Robert dover do?
Founded dover games (Cotswold olympics), in early 1600s. Shin kicking was most significant event
What were inspirations/influence for modern Olympic Games?
De coubertin
Cotswold games
Ancient olympic games
Much Wenlock Games
English public schools (Rugby school)
Where was the first modern Olympic Games?
Athens, 1896
What were the Much Wenlock Olympic Games?
William Penny Brookes founded in 1850, games used to promote moral, physical and improvement using sport
What happened in 1890 that contributed towards the modern Olympic Games?
Penny Brookes invited Baron Pierre de Coubertin to Much Wenlock to observe the games
How did Rugby school contribute to the modern Olympic Games?
Baron Pierre de Coubertin visited school and was inspired by the use of sport to develop character
What is amateurism?
Based on the idea that participation in sport should be for the love of it rather than for monetary gain
What are the aims of the Olympic Games?
-Develop physical and moral qualities that are the basis of sport
-Promote international goodwill and peace
-Unite and bring together people through sport held every 4 years
-Educate young people through sport to improve international understanding
What are the olympic values?
- encourage effort - striving for excellence
- preserve human dignity - demonstrating respect
- develop harmony - celebrating friendship
What are the words used to explain olympic values in more detail?
Respect, Excellence, Friendship, Courage, Determination, Inspiration, Equality
Explain excellence as a Olympic value
Achieve to the best of your ability, striving to realise your potential
Explain friendship as a Olympic value
Promotion of friendly competition creating team spirit. Can be lost at elite level due to high stakes
Explain respect as a Olympic value
Respect for other countries, cultures, individuals and to play to the rules
Explain courage as a Olympic value
Making personal sacrifices to be successful
eg. finishing long distance race even though out of medal contention
Explain determination as a Olympic value
Perseverance to succeed despite obstacles and barriers
Explain inspiration as a Olympic value
Role models inspire the next generation to participate
Explain equality as a Olympic value
All nations have equal opportunities to enter competitions in a spirit of inclusivity and fairness
What is the BOA?
British Olympic Association
When was the BOA founded?
1905
What is the role of the BOA?
-Planning and execution of GBs olympic team
-Provides support for Team GB
-Lead and prepare nations best athletes
-Support services for athletes and NGB’S
-Develop olympic movement
-Educate public about olympics, provide resources for schools and colleges to use
What is the IOC?
International Olympic Committee
When was the IOC founded?
1894
