D&P debate lesson

What is the definition of Sports Development according to Eady, 1993?

• Provision of more and better quality opportunities for people, irrespective of age, gender or level of ability/disability, to access sport.

• Development of sports facilities for professional athletes only.

• Promotion of sports events for entertainment purposes.

• Training programs for elite athletes to improve performance.

What is one of the key principles of sports development?

• To increase participation levels

• To decrease competition

• To focus on individual sports only

• To limit access to sports facilities

What has happened to funding in elite disability sport in recent years?

• Decreased

• Remained the same

• Increased

• Eliminated

Which level of the Sports Development Continuum involves county or regional level participation?

• Foundation

• Participation

• Performance

• Excellence

Which level is aimed at primary school children or complete beginners?

• Excellence

• Foundation

• Performance

• Participation

What is the focus of the Excellence level?

• Fun and basic skills

• Community engagement

• National and international competition

• Skill improvement through practice

What is the focus of the Participation level?

• National competition

• Basic skills education

• Community sport participation

• Skill improvement through practice

What is the main aim of the Excellence level?

• To provide basic skills education

• To engage people in community sports

• To develop elite athletes for international tournaments

• To enhance overall performance

At which level are people likely to perform in county-level sport?

• Foundation

• Participation

• Performance

• Excellence

What is a negative judgment or opinion formed before experience or knowledge of the facts called?

• Prejudice

• Inclusion

• Equal opportunities

• Discrimination