Ethics In Sport

Question 1

Define etiquette

Answer 1

The unwritten rules of the game

Question 2

Explanation of etiquette

Answer 2

Etiquette regards players behaviour, and aims to encourage positive behaviour between competitors, these are not written rules

Question 3

Define gamesmanship

Answer 3

Gaining an unfair advantage by bending the rules to the limit

Question 4

Explanation of gamesmanship

Answer 4

Gamesmanship is not cheating but does involve breaking the rules or etiquette and fairplay to gain an unfair advantage

Question 5

Define contract to compete

Answer 5

The unwritten agreement between players to follow the written and unwritten rules of the game

Question 6

Explanation of contract to compete

Answer 6

The contract to compete is what all players agree to when participating in sport. Its linked to sportsmanship and is the agreement that players will try to win fairly

Question 7

Define sportsmanship

Answer 7

Confirming to the rules, spirit and etiquette of a sport- fair play

Question 8

Explanation of sportsmanship

Answer 8

Sportsmanship is about adhering to the rules of the sport and showing respect to your opposition