Violence In Sport

Question 1

Possible causes of player violence

Answer 1

Importance of result
Nature of the game
Provocation 
Disappointment and frustration
Weapons
Crowd behaviour
Emotional intensity
De-humanisation of the opposition
Anger management issues

Question 2

Solutions to player violence

Answer 2

Technology
Rule changes
More severe penalties 
Education
Officials

Question 3

Possible causes of crowd violence

Answer 3

Ritual importance of event
Alcohol and drugs
Violence of player
Pre-match hype
Controversial decisions
Chanting and abuse from rival fans
Diminished responsibility 
Poor provision for spectators
The score/ result
Limited outlets for stress
Racism/ religion 
Activity of violent criminals

Question 4

Possible solutions to crowd violence

Answer 4

Promotion of spirt as family entertainment
Improvement of facilities
Responsible media coverage
Improvement of facilities
Use of CCTV and other security measure
Tougher deterrents
Control of alcohol
Separation of fans
Liaison by police through the country and with other countries