Select 2 of the following questions to answer. Pick one question from each group of questions.
Critical thinking must be demonstrated in each answered question.
Group A
1. List the standards, certifications and continuing education for prospective coaches (all
levels)? For youth sport coaches who are predominately volunteers or whom receive little
pay, what incentives could be provided to encourage them to complete at least some
fundamental coaching education requirements? Which requirements would you suggest
be the minimum for any youth coach including volunteers?
2. After reading the section on high school interscholastic sports discussing the pros and
cons, costs, popularity, and effects on participants, how would you create a mission
statement for high school sports in the United States? In one or two paragraphs, write out
your mission statement. Identify the location of the school, the population it serves, and
the community, town, and state.
3. Do you believe that academic institutions established for higher education should provide
athletic scholarships to students who attend their schools? Make a case either in favor of
or against the granting of athletic scholarships.
Group B
1. In spite of the obvious significant improvements in opportunities for girls and women in
sport since the passage of Title IX in 1972, many inequities in sports programs still exist.
Identify five key barriers to equality and suggest at least one suggestion to remove it as a
barrier.
2. Research and compare the positives and negatives of hosting a mega-sporting event, like
the Olympics or the World Cup. Should the government support (e.g., facilities, training,
financially) the elite athletes who participate in the Olympics? Should the funds be
awarded on the basis of financial need, athletic merit or a combination of the two? Should
the government use sport as a diplomatic tool to promote American Ideology during these
events?
Based upon the assigned readings and presentations, you will answer all questions using current
APA formatting (Times New Roman, 12-point font, and double spaced). All answers must be
compiled in a Word document and submitted on the course online platform. Citations from the
assigned reading are required in answering the questions. Each answer must be comprehensive,
with sport related current examples. Each question must be answered with 400–500 words.
Critical thinking must be demonstrated in each answered question. Include a proper APA title
and reference page for each journal.