the role of technology

Question 1

advantages of technology for sport

Answer 1

enhancements in drug testing
make sport more inclusive (Paralympics)
increased participation because of role models

Question 2

advanages of technology for performers

Answer 2

good for analysing performance
identify strengths and weaknesses - create goals
improved recovery methods eg. cryotherapy
improved equipment - clothing and footwear
more inclusive for people with disabilities (wheelchair basketballers)
prevents injury

Question 3

advantages of technology for coaches

Answer 3

help analyse the performer during and after training sessions via collected data
help when selecting players for a squad
help performers chose relavent goals and help them reach their full potential

Question 4

adadvantages of technology on the audience

Answer 4

improved viewing experience:
officials have microphones so decisions are clear
see more camera angles

officials make more accuraate decisions using VAR, ball tracking

Question 5

disadvantages of technology on sport

Answer 5

becomes overly statistic based - paraalysis by analysis
puts focus on winning and not athletic endevour
can be misleading - statistics may not fully represent game tactics

Question 6

disadvantages of technology on the performer

Answer 6

reduced emotional wellbeing due to digital pressure
temptation to cheat due to media pressure
could lead to over aggression
can be expensive - not affordable to regions with a lower socioeconomic status
could lead to inequality

Question 7

disadvantages of technology on coaches

Answer 7

not available at all levels
can over emphasise sports ananlysis data when making decisions
use of computers could lead to hacking, leak of technical information, or loss of information if broken

Question 8

disadvantages of technology on the audience

Answer 8

more adverts and breaks in play
creates controversy when decisions are made
can slow down the game
spectators have less impact in the decision making