performance: gamesmanship

Question 1

define gamesmanship

Answer 1

the use of controversial methods to gain an advantage or to win that push the boundaries/ rules to their limit

Question 2

sporting examples of gamesmanship

Answer 2

• time-wasting in hockey by hitting ball out of play
• slow play in golf. Smashing a ball in tennis at the opponent.
• Golf match play – not conceding a small part.
• Sledging in cricket.
  -Taking a toilet break in tennis when it is not actually needed.
• Taking a very long time to serve in a racket sport to unsettle the opponent.

Question 3

what are some reasons why perfromers use gamesmanship

Answer 3

• Pressure to win from sponsors/coach/crowd/media.
• Importance of event.
• It has become quite normal to use gamesmanship.
• Low level of sportsmanship.
• Previous history of opponents using gamesmanship.
• Win at all costs attitude