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What is the primary purpose of a Code of Ethics in sports?
What is the primary purpose of a Code of Ethics in sports?
- To ensure adherence to physical training regimens
- To provide technical training for coaches
- To promote guidelines and standards for ethical practices (correct)
- To outline strategies for winning competitions
Which of the following best describes fairness in a competitive context?
Which of the following best describes fairness in a competitive context?
- Granting everyone equal opportunity and consistent application of rules (correct)
- Applying rules inconsistently based on participant capability
- Allowing flexibility in the rules for experienced players
- Ensuring that some participants receive more resources than others
What occurs when an athlete does not submit their whereabouts information on time?
What occurs when an athlete does not submit their whereabouts information on time?
- They face a filing failure. (correct)
- They automatically qualify for the next competition.
- They are granted an extension.
- They receive coaching support.
Which principle of ethical practice emphasizes honesty and moral adherence?
Which principle of ethical practice emphasizes honesty and moral adherence?
What role does the official play in a sports competition?
What role does the official play in a sports competition?
What is a consequence of a missed test for an athlete?
What is a consequence of a missed test for an athlete?
Which of the following is NOT an implication of using performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs)?
Which of the following is NOT an implication of using performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs)?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of equity?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of equity?
Which category does NOT belong to the four main types of sports supplements?
Which category does NOT belong to the four main types of sports supplements?
How is respect defined in the context of ethical behavior?
How is respect defined in the context of ethical behavior?
What are banned substances considered in the realm of sports supplements?
What are banned substances considered in the realm of sports supplements?
What does the term 'participants' refer to in a sports setting?
What does the term 'participants' refer to in a sports setting?
Fair play encompasses which of the following aspects?
Fair play encompasses which of the following aspects?
Which of the following criteria defines deviancy in sports?
Which of the following criteria defines deviancy in sports?
What preventative measure is represented by a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)?
What preventative measure is represented by a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)?
What is the primary consequence of blood doping in athletes?
What is the primary consequence of blood doping in athletes?
Which of the following substances are beta blockers primarily used for?
Which of the following substances are beta blockers primarily used for?
What aspect does the term 'whereabouts' pertain to in anti-doping?
What aspect does the term 'whereabouts' pertain to in anti-doping?
What is a critical function of anabolic steroids in sports?
What is a critical function of anabolic steroids in sports?
What does anti-doping primarily aim to achieve?
What does anti-doping primarily aim to achieve?
What is the consequence of a failed Whereabouts requirement?
What is the consequence of a failed Whereabouts requirement?
In what type of sports are stimulants primarily utilized?
In what type of sports are stimulants primarily utilized?
What does WADA stand for?
What does WADA stand for?
What reflects the concept of sportsmanship in competitive settings?
What reflects the concept of sportsmanship in competitive settings?
What term describes the intentional use of prohibited performance-enhancing drugs?
What term describes the intentional use of prohibited performance-enhancing drugs?
What are the potential risks associated with blood doping?
What are the potential risks associated with blood doping?
What is a primary purpose of diuretics in sports?
What is a primary purpose of diuretics in sports?
What campaign is led by the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) to promote sportsmanship?
What campaign is led by the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) to promote sportsmanship?
What typically results from a filing failure for an athlete?
What typically results from a filing failure for an athlete?
Which of the following best defines a missed test for an athlete?
Which of the following best defines a missed test for an athlete?
Which health risk is commonly associated with the use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs)?
Which health risk is commonly associated with the use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs)?
What is a key reason athletes may face disqualification related to substance use?
What is a key reason athletes may face disqualification related to substance use?
Which category of sports supplements does NOT include performance-enhancing drugs?
Which category of sports supplements does NOT include performance-enhancing drugs?
What could result from a positive test for a banned substance?
What could result from a positive test for a banned substance?
What impact does reputational damage from PED use usually have on an athlete's career?
What impact does reputational damage from PED use usually have on an athlete's career?
Which of the following describes the primary focus of anti-doping measures?
Which of the following describes the primary focus of anti-doping measures?
What type of implications can an athlete face for missing testing appointments?
What type of implications can an athlete face for missing testing appointments?
Which type of supplementation could include steroids?
Which type of supplementation could include steroids?
What characterizes deviance in the context of sports?
What characterizes deviance in the context of sports?
What is a key function of a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)?
What is a key function of a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)?
Which of the following actions is explicitly considered gamesmanship?
Which of the following actions is explicitly considered gamesmanship?
What does the term 'biological passport' refer to in anti-doping?
What does the term 'biological passport' refer to in anti-doping?
What is the primary consequence of increasing blood viscosity through blood doping?
What is the primary consequence of increasing blood viscosity through blood doping?
Which substance is primarily associated with precision sports to improve performance?
Which substance is primarily associated with precision sports to improve performance?
What does anti-doping primarily seek to eliminate within sports?
What does anti-doping primarily seek to eliminate within sports?
In which situation would an athlete most likely use diuretics?
In which situation would an athlete most likely use diuretics?
What is the main function of stimulants in sports performance?
What is the main function of stimulants in sports performance?
What are Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRV) associated with?
What are Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRV) associated with?
What is the primary distinction between ethics and fair play?
What is the primary distinction between ethics and fair play?
Which of the following principles of ethical practice is most closely related to the concept of fairness?
Which of the following principles of ethical practice is most closely related to the concept of fairness?
What is the primary role of a coach in promoting ethical behavior in sports?
What is the primary role of a coach in promoting ethical behavior in sports?
Which of the following individuals is responsible for determining outcomes and resolving disputes in a competition?
Which of the following individuals is responsible for determining outcomes and resolving disputes in a competition?
What is the primary purpose of a Code of Ethics in sports, in relation to participants?
What is the primary purpose of a Code of Ethics in sports, in relation to participants?
Which of the following principles of ethical practice is most closely related to the concept of respect?
Which of the following principles of ethical practice is most closely related to the concept of respect?
What is the primary distinction between integrity and fairness in the context of sports ethics?
What is the primary distinction between integrity and fairness in the context of sports ethics?
Which of the following individuals is NOT considered a participant in a sports competition?
Which of the following individuals is NOT considered a participant in a sports competition?
What is the primary purpose of a Code of Ethics in relation to officials in sports?
What is the primary purpose of a Code of Ethics in relation to officials in sports?
Which of the following principles of ethical practice is most closely related to the concept of equity?
Which of the following principles of ethical practice is most closely related to the concept of equity?
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Study Notes
Aesthetic Criteria in Gymnastics
- Gymnastics demands exceptionally high aesthetic performance standards.
- Key elements include executing difficult movements with precision and grace.
- Essential execution criteria involve:
- Maintaining straight limbs (arms and legs) with pointed toes.
- Keeping an upright neck posture throughout routines.
- Ensuring legs remain together during movements.
- Performing skills with accuracy and control.
- Creating visually pleasing angles by extending limbs.
- Points are awarded based on adherence to these aesthetic guidelines, with deductions for errors.
Hurdle Sprinting Performance
- Hurdle sprinting focuses primarily on speed rather than aesthetics.
- Unlike gymnastics, appearance during sprinting does not directly affect performance.
- The primary goal for athletes in hurdle sprints is to achieve a faster finish than competitors.
- While aesthetics may offer some advantages, they are secondary to speed and efficiency in the race.
Ethics and Fair Play
- Ethics refers to behaviors adhering to both written and unwritten rules.
- Fair play embodies respect for rules and ethics within sports and competitions.
Principles of Ethical Practice
- Key principles include:
- Fairness: Equal opportunity for all participants.
- Integrity: Upholding honesty and moral principles.
- Respect: Valuing others' rights and feelings.
- Equity: Providing everyone with equal access to resources.
Stakeholders in Sports
- Participants are individuals involved in sports, including players, coaches, and managers.
- Coaches motivate and prepare individuals for sports events.
- Officials oversee and adjudicate competitions, resolving disputes.
- Spectators engage with sports for entertainment.
Governance in Sports
- Sport Ireland is responsible for creating and distributing safeguarding guidelines in Irish sports.
Sportsmanship and Gamesmanship
- Sportsmanship demonstrates respect for opponents and the rules, fostering fair play.
- Gamesmanship bends rules to gain an advantage without breaking them, raising ethical concerns.
Deviance in Sports
- Deviance refers to behavior that breaks accepted standards, surpassing gamesmanship.
Doping and Performance Enhancement
- Doping involves the use of prohibited performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs).
- Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) allows athletes to use banned substances for medical needs.
Anti-Doping Measures
- Anti-doping prohibits illegal drug use to enhance performance.
- Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRV) refer to specific doping offenses defined by Sport Ireland.
Performance-Enhancing Substances
- Anabolic steroids increase muscle mass, commonly used in power sports like weightlifting.
- Peptide hormones enhance oxygen delivery, utilized in endurance sports (e.g., marathons).
- Beta blockers reduce heart rate, relevant in precision sports (e.g., golf, shooting).
- Diuretics remove body water, often used to meet weight categories in sports like boxing.
- Stimulants boost alertness and aggression, used in various competitive sports.
- Narcotic analgesics relieve pain and can be applied in any sport.
Blood Doping
- Blood doping adds additional blood to enhance oxygen transport.
- Steps involve blood removal, storage, and reinjection before competitions.
- Risks include increased blood viscosity, potential for clots, and risk of infection.
Anti-Doping Governance
- WADA stands for World Anti-Doping Agency and oversees global anti-doping policies.
- Sport Ireland administers these regulations in Ireland on behalf of WADA.
WADA Drug Testing Procedure
- The procedure includes notification, athlete selection, sample collection, sample analysis, and results management.
Whereabouts Information
- Athletes must provide daily location details for random drug testing.
- Two types of whereabouts failures are filing failure (inaccurate or late submissions) and missed tests (unavailability for testing).
Consequences of PED Use
- Implications for athletes may include disqualification, loss of sponsorship, health issues, and reputational damage.
Categories of Sports Supplements
- Main categories include:
- Supplemental carbohydrates or proteins.
- Vitamins and minerals.
- Ergogenic acids.
- Banned substances and steroids.
Ethics and Fair Play
- Ethics refers to behaviors adhering to both written and unwritten rules.
- Fair play embodies respect for rules and ethics within sports and competitions.
Principles of Ethical Practice
- Key principles include:
- Fairness: Equal opportunity for all participants.
- Integrity: Upholding honesty and moral principles.
- Respect: Valuing others' rights and feelings.
- Equity: Providing everyone with equal access to resources.
Stakeholders in Sports
- Participants are individuals involved in sports, including players, coaches, and managers.
- Coaches motivate and prepare individuals for sports events.
- Officials oversee and adjudicate competitions, resolving disputes.
- Spectators engage with sports for entertainment.
Governance in Sports
- Sport Ireland is responsible for creating and distributing safeguarding guidelines in Irish sports.
Sportsmanship and Gamesmanship
- Sportsmanship demonstrates respect for opponents and the rules, fostering fair play.
- Gamesmanship bends rules to gain an advantage without breaking them, raising ethical concerns.
Deviance in Sports
- Deviance refers to behavior that breaks accepted standards, surpassing gamesmanship.
Doping and Performance Enhancement
- Doping involves the use of prohibited performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs).
- Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) allows athletes to use banned substances for medical needs.
Anti-Doping Measures
- Anti-doping prohibits illegal drug use to enhance performance.
- Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRV) refer to specific doping offenses defined by Sport Ireland.
Performance-Enhancing Substances
- Anabolic steroids increase muscle mass, commonly used in power sports like weightlifting.
- Peptide hormones enhance oxygen delivery, utilized in endurance sports (e.g., marathons).
- Beta blockers reduce heart rate, relevant in precision sports (e.g., golf, shooting).
- Diuretics remove body water, often used to meet weight categories in sports like boxing.
- Stimulants boost alertness and aggression, used in various competitive sports.
- Narcotic analgesics relieve pain and can be applied in any sport.
Blood Doping
- Blood doping adds additional blood to enhance oxygen transport.
- Steps involve blood removal, storage, and reinjection before competitions.
- Risks include increased blood viscosity, potential for clots, and risk of infection.
Anti-Doping Governance
- WADA stands for World Anti-Doping Agency and oversees global anti-doping policies.
- Sport Ireland administers these regulations in Ireland on behalf of WADA.
WADA Drug Testing Procedure
- The procedure includes notification, athlete selection, sample collection, sample analysis, and results management.
Whereabouts Information
- Athletes must provide daily location details for random drug testing.
- Two types of whereabouts failures are filing failure (inaccurate or late submissions) and missed tests (unavailability for testing).
Consequences of PED Use
- Implications for athletes may include disqualification, loss of sponsorship, health issues, and reputational damage.
Categories of Sports Supplements
- Main categories include:
- Supplemental carbohydrates or proteins.
- Vitamins and minerals.
- Ergogenic acids.
- Banned substances and steroids.
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