Sports and Games in Nineteenth Century Public Schools

How did nineteenth century Public Schools help to promote and organise sports and games by providing funding?

• Fee paying on own

• High levels of funding or investment available

• Space on own

• Better facilities

What type of coaching was provided in nineteenth century Public Schools to promote sports and games?

• Coaching by academic staff or by assistant teachers or by masters

• Time on own

• Leagues/tournaments on own

• Ex-pupils on own

What role did 'house' system or inter-house games play in nineteenth century Public Schools?

• 'House' system / inter-house games

• Time on own

• Leagues/tournaments on own

• Ex-pupils on own

Who were considered role models that inspired younger boys in nineteenth century Public Schools?

• Teachers / industrialists / politicians

• Role models or high status performers

• NGB officials / prominent or powerful community members

• Ex-pupils on own

What was the contribution of ex-pupils in the promotion and organisation of sports and games in nineteenth century Public Schools?

• Ex-pupils who promoted games at university / spread games throughout Empire

• Ex-pupils on own

• Leagues/tournaments on own

• Time on own

What contributed to the development of sports in public schools according to the notes?

• The introduction of new academic subjects

• The availability of funding and coaching

• The reduction of school hours

• The mandatory participation in sports for all students

Why did boarding schools have an advantage in developing sports skills according to the notes?

• They had more academic staff

• They had less strict discipline

• They provided more time to play and practice

• They offered better classroom facilities

What type of facilities helped in the development of sports in public schools?

• General classrooms

• Purpose-built sports facilities like squash courts and swimming pools

• Libraries and study halls

• Dining halls and cafeterias

How did fixtures contribute to the development of sports in public schools?

• By providing regular competitions due to improved transport

• By reducing the need for professional coaches

• By increasing the academic workload

• By limiting the sports to only a few select students

What became an obsession for boys in relation to organised sports?

• Team selection

• Winning at all costs

• Character building

• Collecting sports equipment