Essays about: "what is sports"

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  1. 11. Accessibility to sports facilities for girls with foreign background : A mixed methods study exploring accessibility and experiences within the sports movement in Stockholm and Huddinge municipality

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Kulturgeografiska institutionen

    Author : Alexander Holm; [2023]
    Keywords : Accessibility; Time-geography; GIS; Sports facilities; Girls with foreign background;

    Abstract : The thesis aims to explore accessibility to sports facilities for 10-20-year-old girls with foreign background and their experiences of being a prioritized group, as stated in political sports programs. The participation in sports is low for this group and in Stockholm municipality, where there is a shortage of sports facilities, there are few opportunities to practice. READ MORE

  3. 12. Exploring sponsorship perception in E-Sports tournaments : How do consumers perceive sponsorship, and what factors influence their perception?

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Lelia Yamina Belouadi; Güney Han; [2023]
    Keywords : E-Sports; sponsorship; E-Sports sponsorship; perception of sponsorship;

    Abstract : Problem: This thesis addresses the rapid growth and increasing influence of E-Sports asa popular and competitive sport, along with the opportunities it offers for marketing andbrand promotion. Despite its popularity, there needs to be more knowledge andinformation about sponsorship in E-Sports and the dynamics of sponsor relationships withE-Sports consumers. READ MORE

  4. 13. Crossfit and sports psychology : Elite Crossfit athletes’ opinions on mental toughness– a qualitative interview study

    University essay from Gymnastik- och idrottshögskolan, GIH/Institutionen för fysiologi, nutrition och biomekanik

    Author : Johanna Westin; [2023]
    Keywords : CrossFit; sports psychology; mental toughness; sports science; crossfit athletes; elite sports; tränarlänkdiverse;

    Abstract : The aim of the present study was to review the elite Crossfit athletes’ opinions of the importance of mental toughness to achieve optimal performance. A number of other research studies looking at psychological factors such as grit and mental toughness supports the idea that elite athletes should develop their mental capacity to improve their individual performance. READ MORE

  5. 14. Elements of Postcolonialism in Sportswashing: A thematic discourse analysis of FIFA in the context of the World Cup in Qatar of 2022

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Melker Nielsen; Johan Dahl; [2023]
    Keywords : FIFA; Gianni Infantino; Orient; Postcolonialism; Qatar; Sportswashing; West; Whataboutism; World cup; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : The study aims to demonstrate to what extent speeches, Instagram posts and LinkedIn posts of Gianni Infantino, as the main representative of FIFA, have been marked by elements of Postcolonialism and sportswashing to influence the acceptance of the FIFA World Cup of 2022 in Qatar. The result of this study indicates that FIFA’s rhetoric is marked by Postcolonial elements. READ MORE

  6. 15. Scoring from the Sidelines : Managing Risk through an Uncertain Environment

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Gabriel Butros; Junior Chukro; [2023]
    Keywords : Sports management; Risk management; Swedish elite football; Uncertainty; Volatility; Stakeholder theory; Governance; Mutual association.; Sports management; Riskhantering; Svensk elitfotboll; Osäkerhet; Volatilitet; Intressenteori; Styrning; Idrottsförening.;

    Abstract : Sports clubs face numerous challenges, including economic fluctuations, shifting supporter preferences, and changes in regulations and policies. However, the unpredictable nature of athletic performance makes it difficult to forecast future financial outcomes, which can negatively impact planning and operations. READ MORE