sport in 21st century

• what is class like in the 21st century?


  more fluid allowing social mobility. still social class divisions. amateurs tend to be middle and upper class whereas professionals tend to be lower class.
• what is gender like in the 21st century?


  male participation still exceeds female participation. stereotypical male and female sports as some are seen as unfeminine. more female presenters and referees.
• what is law and order like in the 21st century?


  legislation can be specific to sport such as aggressive behaviours on the pitch leading to court cases. laws to protect players and to aid their litigation against referees for lack of duty of care. laws for match fixing and drug misuse.
• what is education like in the 21st century?


  examinations through GCSE, BTEC and A Level have increased awareness and participation. university degrees can lead to professions in sport.
• what is availability of time, money and transport like in the 21st century?


  flexible working conditions allows athletes to have a job and compete at the same time. the global recession has led to a decrease in available money, meaning less people are likely to spend money on sport and participation decreases.
• what is globalisation?


  sport is seen as a business because players are part of a 'market'. involves global events such as world cups and olympics. spectators can travel to different countries to watch sport. players can choose which country they play for depending on their heredity to maximise sponsorships.
• how does media coverage affect 21st century sport?


  TV, radio and newspaper coverage of sport increases awareness. the golden triangle shows the interdependence of sport, sponsorship and media. underrepresentation of ethnic minorities and minority sports. sport is scheduled for best viewing times, rather than focusing on the wellbeing of the athlete.