INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC ACADEMY 7th JOINT - IOA

epresents a means for surviving and work, to the first mentioned,
mostly fun and relaxation.
There are many differences concerning values between both
groups – for the control group more important values are: harmony
with nature, knowledge, belief in God, faithfulness, equality between
nations and love. The experimental group, on the other hand, values
more: work, professional success, love for one's country, power and
influence, personal attractiveness, good food and drink, order and
discipline, exceeding others. In spite of differences, there are also
similarities. For example, certain values are the most important
regardless of the group: honesty, a good relationship with a partner,
freedom, health, family happiness and friendship. On the other hand,
certain values are less important to everyone: belief in God, political
success and enjoyment in art.
Regarding fair play, the biggest difference is seen at correctness,
which is higher in the control group and at egocentric sportsmanship,
which is higher in the experimental group. In both groups, the
behaviour described in the factor ‘sportsamnship’ (and respect for
rules and competitors) is the most similar to their everyday behaviour,
and behaviour described in the factor 'win at all costs' is the less
similar to their everyday behaviour.
- Men:
Recreational sportsmen trust sports social agreements more than
Olympic sportsmanship, probably because in their competitions or
practices they do not have a third objective person who would fairly
judge a game, and because of that these agreements are more
important.
- Men (team sports)
The control group values sportsmanship higher than the
experimental one and the latter expresses more uncritical devotion to
sport. On the other hand it is interesting that recreational sports
emphasise rivalry and enthusiasm in game, also immoral. In this
group, a greater difference between attitude on a sports field and in
everyday life can be seen. They show a greater tendency to intimidate
a competitor, however they also emphasize their friendship after a
game. Maybe they try to prove to themselves that even though they do
not practice a certain sport 'seriously', they are good at it.
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