Friday, January 24, 2014

Sport Ethic


The sport ethic has been a guideline for any athlete throughout history. It was created and enforced through coaches, teammates, and the public. Robert Hughes defines the four dimensions of sport ethic as making sacrifices for the game, taking risks, pushing the limits, and seeking distinction(Hughes 307) Athletes conform to this set of beliefs because it’s almost the only way to success. The world has accepted these beliefs and any diversion from them is a setback. I’ve experienced all of these dimensions. I’ve put in countless hours of practice when playing lacrosse and soccer throughout my life. I’ve found myself taking risks when skiing, because the only way to get better is to put yourself into situations you’re not entirely comfortable with and push your limits.

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