Charlie Doolan        Sport Science

Social Aspects of Sport

Introduction

Sport has been performed over hundreds of years, by a range different people, and different cultures. There were many reasons why people took part in sport; some were for fun others were to prove who was the strongest or who could survive. Some of these traditions carried on for many years, but as society changed so did the sport, it re-developed its methods and styles in which the game was played.

Over the years sport enthusiasts started to make rules and develop associations, this was the beginning of governing bodies.

There are many bodies for particular sports, these run the games, make the rules, decides where they are held, organise sport festivals etc. Here is a list of just a few:

  • IOC (International Olympic Committee)
  • FA (Football Association)
  • BG (British Gymnastics)
  • ARA (Amateur Rowing Association)

These are just a small amount, there are over a hundred associations in sport in the world.

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Over the centuries the governing bodies had to develop to meet the changes of sport and societies needs.

Development of the Governing of Sport

The governing of sport has developed over the years. All associations have changed their rules so many times; this has affected the effiency of the way the sport has been run, but in a positive way.

The Ancient Games (history)

All games has developed over time, an example of a sport that has changed is the Olympics. Their governing body is recognised over the world it is named the International Olympic Committee ...

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