Overviews the history and social benefits of quasi-public youth sports (e.g. Little League) and concepts of legal liability, insurance and risk exposure.
4,500 words (approx. 18 pages), 34 sources, 1995, $ 135.95
From the Paper "RISK MANAGEMENT IN YOUTH ATHLETICS
Introduction
This research examines the application of the concepts of risk management in the administration of youth athletic programs. The term "youth athletic programs," as the term is defined for purposes of this research, does not refer to youth athletic activities conducted under the aegis of school boards or administrations..public or private. Rather, for purposes of this research, the term "youth athletic programs" refers to programs administered by quasi.public organizations such as Little League Baseball, Pop Warner Football, and the YMCA (Young Men's Christian Association).
The findings of this research are presented in three major discussions. The first discussion provides an overview of the ..."
Abstract This paper discusses the profession of the sports agent. It looks at what it takes to become a respected player agent; including registration and certification requirements. It shows how one of the major roles of a sports agent is contract negotiation and discusses this topic in detail. It concludes with the expected future and development in this field.
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Abstract This paper examines the struggles that Latino players in major league baseball have faced over the years. The writer discusses the beginnings of Latino players in professional baseball, beginning in 1954 and continuing through the surge that began in the 1980s. The paper also discusses how the influx of Latino players has increased baseball's popularity in Spanish-speaking countries worldwide which in turn has impacted upon the numbers of Latino youth seeking to play professional baseball in the United States. Another area that the paper touches upon is how the increasing numbers of Latino players has opened up the doors to a small, but growing number of Latino managers in the major leagues. The writer also examines the struggles that these players faced in the early days, when Latino players were fewer in number.
From the Paper "As more Latino players move into the majors, Latino managers are making their mark, too. Felipe Alou was recently hired by the San Francisco Giants to take over the manager job vacated by Dusty Baker after the World Series. "Alou was also the fourth Latin American manager born in the Caribbean Islands, the other are Mike Gonz"lez, Preston G"mez and Cookie Rojas all from Cuba. Later Tany P"rez (Cuba)and Tony Pe"a (Dominican Republic) became the fifth and sixth respectively" (Pi-Gonz?lez). Alou was also the first Latino to manage an All-Star game in 1995."
Abstract Sports has become a central part of society, introduced to children at a young age and often continuing to be part of a person's life throughout their lifetime. Sports impacts on people in a number of ways. The paper shows that in childhood, the focus of sports is often on participating, working with other people and aspiring to be the best one can be. Successful sports people also become heroes for children, something that continues into adulthood. The paper shows that as individuals grow older their focus may change from playing sports to watching sports. At the same time, sports people continue to be respected and viewed as heroes, the fact that successful sports people get paid millions in sponsorship money is evidence that they must have a major impact on consumers. Overall, this paper looks at what sports represents and the values it communicates to people.
From the Paper "Sport is also closely related to a person's life in society in a general way. In sport, people compete against each other to win. In a person's working life the same thing occurs. A person works against others in the workplace to earn individual rewards and promotions. A person also works as part of the company team, to grow the company. The same occurs in schools where students works in competition with each other to receive awards. Students then work to get into college, with the best students winning the college place. This illustrates one of the main aspects central to sports, the competition factor inherent to sport. This also shows how this competition factor inherent in sports is also one inherent in life. This is another major reason why sport reflects society."
Abstract This paper discusses the rivalry between and stiff competition between the baseball teams from Boston and New York City, the Red Sox and the Yankees. It examines the root causes of this rivalry which dates back to 1920 when Harry Frazee, the "unlucky" owner of Red Sox, sold Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees for $100,000 and never won a World Series again. This is now known as the Curse of the Bambino which has badly affected the Red Sox performance and fans are keenly awaiting a strong comeback 84 years after the team won its last major championship. It evaluates the games and decisions over the years since 1920, which have served as catalysts for this enduring rivalry and how Red Sox needs to get over this curse jinx if they truly want to beat Yankees and reduce the impact of this long and fierce rivalry.
From the Paper "Since that fateful Bambino trade, New York Yankees has maintained its domination in the field of baseball. Not only do they play skillfully, they also have the right attitude towards the game. Apart from that they have the psychological edge over Red Sox that is backed by a wonderful record. A rivalry, which was initiated by Babe Ruth, was gave a enduring touch by other great players including Bucky Dent whose home run hit in 1978 occupies a major place in the successful history of Yankees."
Abstract Analysis of the methodology used by the author in his study of women's professional golf. Qualitative research study based on data derived by interviews, a surney and the author's observations. Crosset's theoretical approach; his coding system; questions of validity; anecdotal content analysis. Statistical data. Contends Crosset establishes the relationship between his data & his theory.
From the Paper "Todd W. Crosset's (1995) "Outsiders in the Clubhouse" is a qualitative sociological research study of women's professional golf that is based on a data set consisting of 55 interviews, a survey, and observations recorded by the author between May 1998 and August 1999. A total of 60 individuals affiliated with the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) were interviewed for periods ranging from 40 minutes to two hours. Crosset (1995) identified his sample as consisting of 31 different active golfers for a total of 34 interviews (three of which were follow-up interviews conducted a year after the initial interviews), 11 individual interviews conducted specifically with caddies, 6 individual interviews of LPGA staff, 7 pro-am players, and 1 player's life partner, and one retired player."
Abstract This paper reviews a study conducted into the proper role of athletics on campus. The study examines the theory that when intercollegiate athletes' grades are examined and compared to those of regular students who do not participate in intercollegiate athletics, the overall means of course grades suggest that athletes do not do as well in the classroom as their nonathletic peers. The survey consists of a randomly selected, matched (on age and college year level) sample of collegiate athletes and non-athletes.
From the Paper "Benson (2000), in examining the academic performance of college athletes in general and Africa-American collegiate athletes in particular, has noted that a substantial number of these students arrive at college poorly prepared for academic adequacy let alone academic success. Equally significant is the fact that many student athletes, in the belief or the hope that a post-collegiate career will be based on athletic prowess or skill, fail to take advantage of the academic opportunities offered to them in either high school or college. Further, says Benson (2000), a substantial number of collegiate athletes tend to either gravitate toward or be placed in collegiate courses that offer them "easy curriculum" and facilitate maintenance of acceptable grade point averages needed to maintain eligibility."
Abstract In his book "You Gotta Have Wa", journalist Robert Whiting considers the differences between Japan and the United States in terms of how they play baseball, a game originating in the U.S., adopted by Japan and today a highly popular form of entertainment in Japan. This paper examines Japanese and American culture and society, the differences between the two countries and how these differences are reflected through the way both nationalities play the game of baseball.
From the Paper "In Japanese society, there are certain signs and symbols differentiating between private and public space. Every society makes some distinction between these two spheres, but the underlying meaning of this difference and the ways in which the difference is enforced differ from one society to another. The Japanese view of public and private spheres is bound with ideas about religion, historical developments, and attitudes toward the place of the individual in society. The Japanese view also contrasts sharply with that of the Anglo-American tradition, indicating a number of differences in the way the two types of society are constructed and the ways in which the individual relates to those societies."
Abstract This paper discusses how, throughout the last few years, numerous sports commentators have compared and contrasted the athletic style and skill present in two of the most recognizable basketball players. It examines how Larry Bird and Michael Jordan are compared in the magazines, on television as well as on websites and in the barroom. It provides a comparison of the two athletes by exploring some of their statistics and figures, evaluating their style of play and assessing their profiles in the media.
From the Paper "First, when looking at the shooting statistics, style is incredibly important. A question that is often asked revolves around what kind of style a particular player used to attain his goals as an athlete. To do this one must recognize a few things about these two athletes. Bird started his career in 1979 and finished it in 1992 with a thirteen year career. Jordan on the other hand started his career in 1984 and still hasn?t really completely finished it. Jordan has been playing ? somewhat sporadically the last few years ? for nearly twenty years. So in other words, the 4352 additional shots Jordan attempted over Bird doesn?t seem like that many when looking at a time comparison."
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From the Paper "In American history, sports figure as an important institution that has always determined the American popular culture. America's history is not complete without a detailed depiction of the lifestyle and living conditions of its people, which is often determined through the activities that people involve themselves in. These activities are often associated physical and mental in nature, which requires an individual's physiological faculties to function appropriately. These activities are identified as sports activities, wherein people interact with each other and develop themselves personally through physical and mental exercise."
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Abstract This paper examines the history of racism and segregation in professional baseball from the mid-1800s up to integration in the late 1940s. Further, it discusses Robinson's contribution to the reduction of institutionalized racism in professional sports.
