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Sociology
Sociology Chapter 15
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Sport | a set of competitive activities in which winners and losers are determined by physical performance within a set of established rules |
| Sport Subculture | a group with distinct roles, values, norms, and beliefs that is organized around a sport activity |
| Stacking | assignment of players to less central positions on the basis of race or ethnicity |
| Functionalism in Sport Athletic | teams promote togetherness and belonging in a community |
| Conflict Theory in Sport | Deep social conflict exists within a community and persists despite widespread attachment to athletic teams |
| Symbolic Interactionism in Sport | Participation in a team sport may promote or harm self-esteem depending upon factors such as emphasis on winning and fair play |
| Title IX 1972 Educational Amendment | requiring public high schools and colleges to offer females equal access to sports |