Ethics And Deviance Flashcards
(30 cards)
Define ‘ethics’ in sport.
The principles of right and wrong that guide behaviour in sport, including fair play, honesty, and respect for rules and opponents.
What is ‘deviance’ in sport?
Behaviour that goes against the norms or rules of sport, often illegal or unethical, such as doping, violence, or match-fixing.
Define ‘doping’.
The use of prohibited substances or methods by athletes to unfairly enhance performance.
What is the difference between legal supplements and illegal drugs?
Legal supplements (e.g. creatine, protein shakes) are permitted and support training, while illegal drugs violate anti-doping rules (e.g. steroids, EPO).
Give 3 common types of illegal performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs):
- Anabolic steroids
- Erthropoietin
- Human growth hormone
List 3 legal supplements athletes might use:
- Creatine
- Protein powders
- Caffeine
Why do elite athletes use illegal drugs?
- To gain an unfair edge (strength, endurance)
- Pressure to win from coaches/sponsors
- Recovery from injury
- Financial incentives and fame
- Win at all costs
- Level the playing field
How does doping affect society?
- Damages trust in role models
- Undermines values like honesty and fair play
- May influence youth to misuse substances
Consequences of doping in sport
- Loss of public trust
- Tainted reputations and records
- Reduced sponsorship and audience interest
Consequences of doping for athletes:
- Health risks (e.g. heart failure, liver damage)
- Bans, fines, and stripped titles
- Long-term damage to reputation and career
List strategies used to combat doping
- WADA drug testing (in and out of competition)
- Biological passports
- Harsh sanctions (lengthy bans)
- Education programs (Clean Sport)
- Whistleblower protection
What is WADA?
The World Anti-Doping Agency, responsible for setting and enforcing global anti-doping policies.
What is a biological passport?
A digital record of an athlete’s biological markers over time to detect changes caused by doping.
List 3 causes of player violence:
- Alcohol consumption
- Rivalry or nationalism
- Crowd dynamics or provocation
List 3 causes of spectator violence
How does violence in sport impact society?
- Promotes aggression among fans
- Discourages family participation
- Reflects poorly on cultural values
How does violence affect sport?
- Tarnishes reputation of the sport
- Potential loss of sponsorship and media deals.
- Leads to stricter regulations
Consequences for violent performers:
- Suspensions and fines
- Damaged reputation
- Potential legal action
Strategies to reduce violence among players:
- Education on emotional control
- Stronger penalties for aggression
- Role models promoting fair play
- Better officiating
Stategies to reduce spectator violence
- Alcohol restrictions
- Increased security and surveillance
- Segregation of fans
- Banning orders
Define ‘match-fixing’.
Deliberately manipulating the outcome or events of a match, usually for financial gain through betting.
What is illegal sports betting?
Placing or taking bets through unregulated or banned gambling markets, often linked to corruption or organised crime.
Give an example of gambling-related deviance in sport.
The 2010 Pakistan cricket spot-fixing scandal, where players accepted bribes to bowl no-balls at set times.
Impact of gambling scandals on society:
- Loss of faith in sports integrity
- Influence on youth gambling behaviour
- Promotes crime
