Violence in sport

Question 1

What are the causes of player violence?

Answer 1

Win ethic and rewards
Importance of event
Nature of sport
NGBs lenient with punishments
Excitement/overarousal
Refs decisions

WINNER

Question 2

What are the strageties to reduce player violence?

Answer 2

Use camera replays to identify violent acts
Train officials to diffuse player aggression
Punish performers post match using match replay for missed acts of violence
Promote non violent performers as role models
Hash sanctions for violent actions
Fair play campaigns

Question 3

Define hooliganism

Answer 3

Acts of vandalism and violence in public places

Question 4

What are some causes of hooliganism?

Answer 4

Emotional intensity
Alcohol and drugs
Media hype
Poor policing and crowd control
Lack of effective deterrents
Frustration from officials decisions
Violence by players is reflected onto crowd
Losing
DIsplay of masculinity

Question 5

What are some strageties to combat hooliganism?

Answer 5

Ban on sale of alcohol in stadiums
Police to gather intel on potential hooligans
Tougher fines and prosecution
Increase CCTV
Segregate fans
All seater stadiums
Responsible media coverage to reduce hype
Early kickoff times to reduce alcohol consumption