Deviance in sport is not an uncommon thing. However, when we
think of deviance in sport, we usually tend to focus our attention to certain
people. The main group would, of course, be the athletes. If an athlete commits
a deviant act, it is extremely noticeable. On the other hand, if someone in a
position related to sports in any way (coach, team manager, athletic trainer,
sport administrator, judges, spectator, etc.) commits a deviant act, it may be
different. Although it can be just as bad, it may not always be seen as deviant
at all, and can sometimes even go completely unnoticed by the public. For example,
when NBA coach Bobby Knight loses his temper during games, he isn’t afraid to
show his aggravation and likes throws various objects such as chairs and
towels. To the public, it is seen as normal. He is just perceived as a
concerned coach, being affected by and caring for the athletes’ performance as
a team. I’m sure if an athlete ever acted like that over a failed play, he or
she would probably be suspended or would face some kind of consequences. I find this very interesting because this just
goes to show that roles and authority play a huge part of deviance in sport.
-Tara Drapiza (008151869)
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1 comment:
I never thought of it like that. That is a very interesting point to bring up. I, like most people, thought of deviance in sport and immediately just focused on the athlete. I know coaches get fired up and do show their emotions on a regular basis and athletes are suppose to show theirs on the court but the overall acceptance of this as the norm is a little hypocritical now that i think of it.
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