Participation 1 Flashcards
(29 cards)
What does the Sports Development pyramid represent?
It covers all aspects of sport: participation, performance, and elite levels.
Where do the majority of performers lie in the Sports Development pyramid?
At the bottom of the pyramid.
Why is participation at the bottom of the pyramid important?
It promotes health and reduces strain on the NHS by lowering obesity, CHD, diabetes, etc.
What are the benefits of investing in lower levels of sport?
- More opportunities for participation
- Increased enjoyment
- Improved health
- Economic benefits
- Reduced antisocial behavior and crime
How does sport contribute to moral integrity?
It teaches respect for rules and authority.
What issues can sports organizations address with investment at the bottom of the pyramid?
- Opportunity
- Provision
- Esteem
What is a potential benefit of creating new activities in sports?
Increased opportunities for participation in physical activity.
How can investment in facilities affect community health?
It provides places and equipment for a wider variety of activities.
What types of discrimination should campaigns combat in sport?
- Racism
- Sexism
What societal benefits can arise from investing in elite sport?
- National pride
- Reduced crime rates
- Community celebration
How can successful elite athletes influence participation?
They serve as role models, motivating younger participants to engage in the same sports.
True or False: Investing in elite sport has no impact on participation at the bottom of the pyramid.
False
Fill in the blank: Investment in the bottom of the Sports Development pyramid can lead to _______ in health.
[improvements]
What is the potential benefit of successful elite athletes for a nation?
Investment in top class training and performance facilities
This can lead to hosting major sporting events and increased tourism.
How do major sporting events impact tourism?
They create a ‘shop window’ effect, showcasing the country and attracting more visitors
This can have a positive effect on the economy.
What advantages do elite sports stars gain from investment?
Access to specialist training facilities and coaching
This increases their likelihood of success.
What is the relationship between successful athletes and media coverage?
Successful athletes attract media coverage
This can lead to increased sponsorship and business investment.
What are the potential benefits of increased sponsorship for sports?
Makes the sport more popular and generates more money for investment
This can be invested at both the top and bottom of the sport’s pyramid.
What can investment in sports lead to at the grassroots level?
Growth of grassroots programmes, facilities, and marketing of sports
This helps to grow the sport overall.
Fill in the blank: Successful elite athletes can lead to a positive effect on the _______.
economy
True or False: Successful elite athletes do not influence the popularity of their sports.
False
What is the potential benefit of successful elite athletes for a nation?
Investment in top class training and performance facilities
This can lead to hosting major sporting events and increased tourism.
How do major sporting events impact tourism?
They create a ‘shop window’ effect, showcasing the country and attracting more visitors
This can have a positive effect on the economy.
What advantages do elite sports stars gain from investment?
Access to specialist training facilities and coaching
This increases their likelihood of success.
