The sociology of sport: what is it and why study it?Chapter OutlineAbout This Book About This Chapter Defining Culture and Society Defining Sports A Traditional Definition of Sports An Alternative Approach to Defining Sports REFLECT ON SPORTS: Sports as Contested Activities What Is the Sociology of Sport? Differences Between Sociology and Psychology of Sport Using the Sociology of Sport Controversies Created by the Sociology of Sport BREAKING BARRIERS: Cultural Barriers: Aren’t We Athletes? Different Approaches in the Sociology of Sport Why Study Sports in Society? Sports Are Given Special Meaning in People’s Lives REFLECT ON SPORTS: The Body is More than Physical: Sports Influence Meanings Given to the Body Sports Are Tied to Important Ideas and Beliefs in Many Cultures Sports Are Connected to Major Spheres of Social Life What Is the Current Status of the Sociology of Sport? Summary: Why Study the Sociology of Sport? | ||||||
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