Migration Patterns of Sporting Labour

Question 1

Define MIGRATION SPORTING LABOUR

Answer 1

• Movement of performers from one country / continent to another
• Due pursue their career

Question 2

What are some REASONS of MIGRATION of SPORT?

Answer 2

• Increased professionalism, globalisation, and commercialisation
• Sports comp’s around the world
• Increased media coverage leading to financial gains for players

Question 3

What are the ADVANTAGES for MIGRATION in SPORT?

Answer 3

• Improved standardisation of comp
• Improved standards due to foreign coaches
• Increased commercial investment
• Opportunity to play at international level

Question 4

What are the DISADVANTAGES for MIGRATION IN SPORT?

Answer 4

• Players drain from domestic comp for deals abroad
• Puts pressure on selection for national teams in domestic leagues
• Many players for national teams may not be born in the nation
• Lack of knowledge of tradition
• Inhibits opportunities for home-grown talent