World Games: Impacts 0.0 / 5 ? Physical EducationSocio-cultural studiesA2/A-levelAQA Created by: abster106Created on: 11-01-16 15:51 World Games: Impacts on Individuals Training intensity increases More media attention for the athlete More funding opportunities High pressure and stress Inspires younger generation Can trigger violence Increased work load for coaches Role models They gain pride and satisfaction from representing their country or nation and spectators can feel pride in their country They strive to meet the expectations of family, peers and coaches Make money from being a professional performer 1 of 3 World Games: Impacts on country Improves tourism Many countries place significant emphasis on being successful- competitive sport is part of this culture This can be demonstrated by: The resources that are dedicated to sport The impact the national success or failure has on the nations mood The levels of support the team receive International teams or players that do well become heroes Sport can unify the country Many nations seek out major competitions because of the money it will bring This investment can lead to development of sports facilities, which will boost participation Helps boost the general infrastructure Could leave them in debt May not be in the right location to use in the future Construction delays can cause reputation damage for country Poor media coverage of event Litter, pollution, congestion etc 2 of 3 World Games: Impacts on Government Puts country in good political position People invest in your country Increase in participation can relieve stress on NHS A government will support a bid if they believe it to bring in long term benefits to the country A government may also be keen to host a large event to demonstrate the effectiveness of its political philosophy Embarrassment from protests Popularity effects what party people vote for 1936 – Nazi ideology at the Olympics 3 of 3
Comments
No comments have yet been made