Passion of Sports
A sport is an activity that requires skill, physical exertion, and typically some form of competition.
What was pankration?
A combat sport with very few rules
Why is fighting "allowed" in hockey despite being against the rules?
What is the difference between an amateur and professional athelete?
A professional gets paid and an amateur does not.
Explain what "klimax" was:
A system to end a fight where each competitor took a defenseless hit until one fell
Explain how someone gets CTE and the symptoms it has on people it affects
Repeated hits to the head and concussions over time. Headaches, memory loss, aggressiveness, paranoia, depression, and more.
What is one sport you believe does not fit the definition of a Gentleman's sport and why?
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What is "narrative bias?"
People do not view events (sports) as individual events, but part of a larger story. Everything is "meant to be" according to the story we tell ourselves. Journalists in sports take advantage of this.
What is a scapegoat?
A person who bears the blame for something that really is not their fault
What is the "IOC" and what does it do?
International Olympic Committee. It is the governing authority of the Olympics. Picks what sports are played and what cities host the Olympics.
Why do people watch the Super Bowl?
To watch the championship game, for the commercials, to be with friends, the halftime show, the food and aesthetic, etc.
What is one sport you believe best fits the definition of a Gentleman' sport and why?
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How have US sports leagues expanded over the world?
US leagues have brought in many international players, which interests other countries in watching. They also have planted seeds of interest in other countries, and ultimately have played games in these countries.
What is the point of a sports "curse?"
To create a sense or reasoning for why a team has been bad for a long time
How are the ancient and modern Olympic games different?
What is the NIL?
Name, Image, and Likeness. It is a way for college athletes to make a profit for their participation in sports.
What are characteristics of a "Gentleman's Sport" by definition?
A sport with honor or class. Respect between opponents, even if the sports is rough and tough.
Bobby Riggs was an old fart who said women did not belong in tennis. That it was boring to watch. He challenged Billy Jean King, who defeated him. This helped prove to the world that women can be remarkable athletes like men.
List the 8 types of sports motivations
Eustress, group affiliation, economics, escape, family/friends, self-esteem, aesthetic, entertainment
How have the modern Olympics evolved over time?
Have added many new sports, countries from all around the world participate, women have been included, Special Olympics created, etc.
Describe the MLB minor league system
A system where each MLB organization has other teams connected to their major league team. These other teams have less talented players, and they use this experience in the minor leagues to develop into better players to hopefully join the major league team.
Describe why Muhammad Ali was important:
He was an outspoken professional boxer. Spoke about racial inequality and was heard across the nation. He gave a voice to black people. He also took a stand against the US government by refusing to join the military when he was drafted. "GOATed" boxer
Why was Jackie Robinson "chosen" to break the color barrier in baseball?
He was a star athlete in college and was black. There were other black stars, but Jackie was singled out because he had the composure to handle all the booing and hate he would receive.