Sports Critical Analysis Coursework Example

Sport in Society: Issues and Controversies
Critical Chapter Analysis 1
Reading: Ch. 1, “The Sociology of Sport: What Is It and Why Study It?”
Before we can our more extensive discussion about sports in society, we need to be clear on its definition. The purpose of this assignment is to understand as sport managers why some things are labeled as “sport(s),” “games,” “play,” or “work.”
One of the anticipated outcomes is that you will learn how to make a shift in terms of definition or perception in order to acquire access to greater resources (i.e., get more revenue).
You will apply your own experiences to your understanding of the reading in order craft your response.
You will write this exercise as if you are a sport manager making a pitch to support your position. Consequently, you will write it in business memo format.
Remember to be SEXI in your responses (i.e., State. Elaborate eXemplify. Illustrate)
Be sure that you hit all of the Elements of Thought as well as apply the Standards of Thinking.
You work for a sport management consulting firm. A client wants to invent a new sport or game that will attract participants as well as eventual media coverage. They ask you to submit a proposal covering what must occur and how long it might take. Describe the outline you will use for your “create a sport or game” proposal.
Give at least two (2) reasons for your choice. (The purpose of this question is to identify the factors that influence what is considered a sport or game in a society).

How do you define a game versus a sport?
What information did you base your decision on?
Do you need more / other information?
Did you make some assumptions when making your inference?
Is there another point of view to consider?
Did some of your personal experiences impact your decision?
How did ideologies about (1) gender; (2) race; and (3) social class impact your decision? (Did you define ideology?)
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CRITICAL ANALYSIS 1
Per your request, I have outlined some reasons why I believe tag along is a new sport (or game) more likely to attract participants and media coverage in the near future according to criteria and definition outlined by Coakley (2017). I have included pre-cursors as well as a brief timeline in my response below.
(1)
(2)
What needs to happen first / Pre-Cursors
The rules and regulations of the game need to be taught and critical aspects discussed with the sports regulatory board. Additionally, clear and precise schematics should be crafted as they describe the play area and physical requirements. Furthermore, the sensitization of the expected players and referees on how to conduct themselves during the game. The awareness will include the description of gear, basic rules, and any other relevant information.
Brief Timeline
The sensitization and teaching of the new game can take up to one year. The timeline is subject to revision in cases where all the elements of the game are running smoothly.
Game versus Sport
A game in most instances may not require the physical prowess that is experienced in sports. Games are played in the cases where the opponents are highly competitive in social occasions. Sports, on the other hand, are events that bring together competitors beyond the social interaction. They require physical prowess that may take years to establish.
Information Needed
Further information may be needed on funding and space for the pilot project of the game
Assumptions Made / Impact of Personal Experiences
It will be assumed that all participants are of the required fitness.
It will also be assumed that the game is competitive and the winner is expected to be gifted or awarded.
It will also be assumed that the time frame given will be enough to reach all the necessary and interested parties.
Other Points of View / Other Possibilities
Other possibilities and potential point if views can be expected during the sensitization period.
Ideologies
Ideologies about (1) race; (2) gender; (3) social class; & (4) physical ability may have impacted my decision because of the following:
(1) Race
Different races have varying cultures. Thus, it is important to consider race inclusivity in the game
(2) Gender
Sex is a crucial element that was considered due to the diverse capabilities of different sexes
(3) Social Class
Social classes are vital for they determine the key players of the game. In this case, the game is all-inclusive.
(4) Physical Ability
Various games require given physical abilities. The game is also specific in the requirements of physical strength.
Respectfully,
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Sport in Society: Issues and Controversies
Student Discussion Worksheet ANALYSIS 2
Reading: Ch. 2, “Using Social Theories: How Can They Help Us Study Sports in Society?”
As we analyze the sociology of sports, we need to understand the major theories that impact sports and how we can use them to our advantage (while being considerate of others).
One of the anticipated outcomes is that you will learn how to make a shift in terms of definition or perception in order to acquire access to greater resources (i.e., get more money).
You will apply your own experiences to your understanding of the reading in order craft your response.
You will write this exercise as if you are a sport manager making a pitch to support your position. Consequently, you will write it in business memo format.
Remember to be SEXI in your responses (i.e., State. Elaborate eXemplify. Illustrate)
Remember to utilize the Elements of Thought while applying the Standards of Thinking.
It has been announced that a new three-rink ice arena will be built in your town. It will be funded through a combination of public, private, and foundation money. The vote was 4 – 3 in favor of the arena. You have been hired by a civic group to do a study of how the decision was made to devote resources to this project rather than other projects that might benefit the community.
Which theoretical framework would you use to guide your study? Give at least two (2) reasons for choosing this framework.
The three people on the committee who voted against the arena are as follows:
One analyzes sports in terms of the interactionist theory
One uses structural theory
One uses critical feminist theory
List at least one recommendation that you would make to appease (i.e., make them happy) each person who had voted AGAINST the arena.
(Please complete below.)
CRITICAL ANALYSIS 2
Framework guiding your study (cultural, interactionist, or structural)
Interactionist
Reason 1
The interactionist theory shows that people interact with ideas that help them advance
Reason 2
The members have a common goal of stopping the construction of the arena. Thus they need a unified reason to accept the development
Other reasons (if any)
None
What three (3) recommendations would you make to switch the “no” votes to “yes” votes?
Recommendation 1
According to the interactionist theory, the building of the arena will mean that the local society will interact, not only with themselves but also with other people from other neighborhoods. The interaction can be used a common ground to develop fruitful ideas that involve not only the sport but also other factors such as economic empowerment. The local communities can also monetize the arena to ensure that they financially benefit each time the stadium is used. Through this approach, the city can develop as each benefit.
Recommendation 2
The arena will also provide equal opportunities for all people irrespective of their gender or social class. The stadium will be used as the pride of the community as nobody shall be barred from the use of the field. The arena will be a beacon of equality for all the community members. Everyone shall be allowed to participate without any form of discrimination. The financial benefits shall also be distributed without any prejudice of race, gender or social class. Additionally, the sports organized in the arena shall involve all members.
Recommendation 3
The arena shall perform its fundamental duty as a progressive element of the society. It shall be used to empower social structures through sports. The community shall also benefit as a unison group through the various positive impacts of the arena. The arena will be used a location for the manifestation of latent functions and community development. Thus, the construction of the stadium is beyond a singular person but more of a benefit to the community as a whole.
Sport in Society: Issues and Controversies
Student Discussion Worksheet CRITICAL ANALYSIS 3
Reading: Ch. 3, “Sports and Socialization: Who Plays and What Happens to Them?”
In order to be an effective sport manager, you need to understand WHY people get involved in sports as well as what happens to them once they become involved (including if they get out).
You will apply your own experiences to your understanding of the reading in order craft your response.
You will write this exercise as if you are a sport manager making a pitch to support your position. Consequently, you will write it in business memo format.
Remember to be SEXI in your responses (i.e., State. Elaborate eXemplify. Illustrate)
Be sure that you hit all of the Elements of Thought as well as apply the Standards of Thinking.
Ask two people who regularly play in power and performance sports to describe their experiences in sports. Then ask two people who regularly play in pleasure and participation sports to describe their experiences. Identify any similarities or differences in the descriptions of their experiences.
Power & Performance 1
(Person A) Power & Performance 2
(Person B) Pleasure & Participation 1
(Person C) Pleasure & Participation 2
(Person D)
Gender
Female Male Female Male
Sport Played
soccer soccer Basketball Basketball
Why did they get involved?
Interest Interest Family Family
Like the most about sport?
Competition Teamwork Excitement Training
Hate the most about sport?
Losing injuries Competition Rules
Using your limited data, pretend that you are the athletic director of a new private school with a student body of fewer than 600 students. The parents and teachers want to discuss with you whether the new sports program will emphasize power and performance sports or pleasure and participation sports. You plan to identify the pros and cons of each alternative from the perspective of the students’ overall educational experience. Create a handout (or flyer or brochure or memo) that does that.
INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO: parents and teachers
FROM: athletics director
DATE:
SUBJECT: Pros and cons of sports
The memorandum is subject to the newly formed sports program. The memo seeks to identify the pros and cons of the program for the students. The sports programs aim to engage the students in a pleasure and participation form of interactions.
Pros
Engaging the students in the form of pleasure participation sports will ensure that they do not feel coerced while participating. The students thus will seek pleasure whenever they are participating in the program. Finding fun will ensure that they are punctual to practice, energized and motivated to engage curricular activities, pleasure participation will also mean that the students thoroughly participate through ideas on how the program can be improved. The program will ensure a wholesome approach to sports. Therefore, it will be both fruitful and physically rewarding.
Cons
Some of the students may not feel the pleasure of participating. Such students may have a difficult time adjusting to the routine of the game. In some cases, these students may be highly talented but may lack the pleasure of participating in the sports. Forcing the participation of such students will cause as pleasureless participation.
Regards
Athletics director
Sport in Society: Issues and Controversies
Student Discussion Worksheet CRITICAL ANALYSIS 7
Reading: Ch. 7, “Gender and Sport: Does Equity Require Ideological Changes?”
In order to be an effective sport manager as well as ensure compliance with the law, you need to understand gender issues, their impact on people who participate in sports, and ways of accommodating gender issues that do not lead to discrimination accusations.
You will apply your own experiences to your understanding of the reading in order craft your response.
You will write this exercise as if you are a sport manager making a pitch to support your recommendations. Consequently, you will write it in business memo format.
Remember to be SEXI in your responses (i.e., State. Elaborate eXemplify. Illustrate)
Be sure that you hit all of the Elements of Thought as well as apply the Standards of Thinking.
You have just been appointed as a chairperson of a special committee charged with studying gender equity in Emperor University’s sports programs. You must develop a research design and present it to the rest of the committee members.
Outline the kinds of data you will collect to assess whether equity has been achieved.
The sexual representation of all gender. The sexual representation will include transgender, gay, bisexual and all other forms of gender representation.
What do you expect to find at your university?
I would expect all diversity to be represented. However, gender disparity is assumed in cases where there are gender biases in some sports that may be thought to be more approachable to a given gender. On the other hand, racial disparity is also expected in some of the games that are more prone to a given race.
Do you think your school could meet the legal definition of equity as spelled out in connection with Title IX? Think of the three (3) Title IX tests.
Test 1: check whether there is equal participation for both male and female. The analysis will include the ratio of men and women in various sports. It will also include whether the history of the school has continued to support the participation of any underrepresented gender while it efficiently accommodates all the abilities and interests of both the majority and minority genders.
Test 2: it will identify whether there is the adequate financing of all sports.
Test 3: this will involve checking whether the university is compliant in including all sporting opportunities and requirements such as providing equipment, locker rooms and selected time for practice.
How would the school meet the definition or fail to achieve it?
The school will meet the definition if it incorporates all the title IX elements described above. The school is required to meet all the requirements to ensure it is legally participatory of title IX
What could you do change the situation and (1) ensure that your school complies with the law as well as (2) encourage greater movement toward gender equity?
I would champion for more participation of the underrepresented gender groups in sports. Additionally, I would influence their involvement by encouraging harassment-free and equal opportunities for all genders. Furthermore, I would ensure that the underrepresented gender is more represented by providing that all the relevant financing, equipment, and practice is available.