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History of the CG
History of the CG
What is the best achieving country thoughout time?
Australia
What adjective is used to define Birmingham?
Diverse
When were the games created?
1930
Which games are the athletes from the GAPS programme preparing for?
The Commonwealth games
How many nations have always participated in the games?
6
What are the 2 adjectives used to define the games?
diverse and inclusive
What was the sport of Louise Martin?
swimming
Where are athletes and coaches not supported?
in their home countries
How many athletes took part in the games in the past?
400
According to some critics, what are the games the last vestiges of?
colonialism
What are the 3 differences between the CG and the other games?
share the same values, speak same language, one big family
What do athletes improve in the camp?
performance / personal development
What is special about Australia?
Best achieving country throughout time / always participated in the games
What are some countries seeking in the games?
reparation
How are the athletes considered for the Commonwealth sports?
leaders, ambassadors
What is "world class" in the camp? (3 elements)
facilities, coaching, opportunities
Which country from North America has always participated in the games?
Canada
What are some countries re examining in taking part in the games?
their history under British imperialism
Which opportunity do the athletes see in participating in the games?
improve and transform society
How many athletes and coaches have participated in the GAPS camps since 2017?
more than 600