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Life Course Theory, 2005.
This paper discusses the sociological question of Life Course Theory in relation to the trial of O.J. Simpson.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, $ 53.95
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In this paper, the writer describes that O.J. Simpson appears to provide a Life Course Theory assessment when describing the physical abuse that he allegedly had with his wife. The writer suggests that the changing life course of Simpson throughout his career in the highly physical and violent sport of football, may have been transferred onto his wife. In this manner, one may subjectively define Simpson's behaviors in violence as pathological and may have ultimately led to the murder of Nicole Simpson. The writer explains that this is how and why Life Course Theory may be applicable to the Simpson trial in this sociological scope.
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"The courtroom drama that was the O.J. Simpson case presents a case for a Life Course Theory, since Simpson had been abusive since early adulthood. In this manner, the course of Simpson's identity, if he were presumed guilty, would have been an association with his physical identity as a major football star. The constant state of physical and violent interaction with other men brought about changing affectations to Simpson, as he had abused his wife on repeated occasions before the Nicole's murder. In this manner, the related events of Simpson's violent and aggressive behaviors that involved his career, also applied in relation to the escalating violence that applied over a period of time toward his wife."
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Superstar Sports Salaries, 2005.
A discussion on the inflated salaries of NHL players.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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The following paper examines the outrageous sums of money commanded by NHL players. To elaborate upon this point, the paper looks at the cost of NHL salaries vis-a-vis ordinary working-class families or skilled professionals. The paper also highlights the cost of a small family attending one game. As soon become evident, hockey players are not paid because of their value to society, but because there are so few of them to go around.
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"Over the last three decades, professional sports have become big business - in some cases, multi-billion dollar business. Perhaps nowhere is this development more pronounced than in pro hockey, where salaries have climbed from the level of dentists and doctors to the level of corporate CEOs and Wall Street power-brokers. The following paper will examine hockey salaries and determine whether hockey players - like most entertainers - are entirely deserving of their massive salaries, or whether they are over-paid and over-praised (as many fans and non-fans argue). In any event, what should emerge from the following discussion is that the law of supply-and-demand, more so than any law of social utility, informs the rationale for the massive pay-outs to big-league hockey players."
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Use of Manipulation Under Anesthesia, 2005.
A discussion regarding chiropractics and the use of manipulation under anesthesia.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 4 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses manipulation under anesthesia for a chiropractic doctoral candidate in fulfillment of sports medicine advanced licensing. This paper discusses the efficacy of the technique, applicability to sports medicine, issues with insurance coverage and how although the technique has been in use for over 70 years, insurance companies still refuse coverage stating it is experimental. This paper also talks about learning the technique from a CCE accredited chiropractic college.
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"Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA) is a common technique for providing more rigorous manipulations in a pain free manner to effect muscular and spinal subluxation corrective treatments when all other modes aimed at effective pain management and or the revitalization of structural integrity have failed. MUA is particularly relevant to the field of Sports Medicine. Most athletes are conditioned to accept a high level of pain and develop a high pain threshold. When this high pain threshold is pitted against what a chiropractor, osteopath or other medical professional can do during the performance of manipulative therapy, unless the surrounding musculature is relaxed, although the athletic patient might not complain, his physiological constrictive musculature will give him away; causing even more difficulty in achieving the goals that the practitioner is trying to achieve. "
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The History of Chevrolet, 2005.
A semiotic analysis of the Chevrolet Camaro Z/28.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper reviews and discusses the history of the Chevrolet and the term "Z/28". For the average person with limited knowledge of cars, the term "Z/28" does not mean much. This paper will enlighten us to the fascinating history of this term and what it means to someone who understands and appreciates cars.
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"The Chevrolet Camaro, along with other Chevrolet performance automobiles such as the Corvette, the Chevelle, and the Nova, has endured throughout motor history to give a sense of elite speed and performance for this car-maker. From its birth in the 1960s until production of the model was stopped in the early 21st century, the Camaro provided car enthusiasts with an affordable, yet powerful machine to drive, race, customize, and idolize. One term that seems almost synonymous with Camaro is Z/28. Most people that know a bit about sports cars or muscle cars most likely have no idea where this term comes from. "Z/28," to them, most likely is merely a type of Camaro or just another term for the beloved model. Yet, there is much interesting history behind the term, "Z/28," much more than those average car enthusiasts might expect."
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Race in Sports During the Twentieth Century, 2005.
A discussion regarding racial issues in American sports.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 3 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper discusses the influence that the American games have had on the USA during the 20th century. According to this paper, the history of American sports tells the story of the racial hurdles and struggles that was evident through the ages.
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"During the Twentieth Century The American games that have consumed the sports minded population in the past several decades are not merely sources of entertainment filled with memorabilia from the past. The history of sports correlates strongly with the history of the United States in telling the story of race, and the inclusion of people of color throughout every facet of society. Learning the history of sports is to understand the racial struggles that have been evident in this country throughout history. It is therefore contended that while the sports industry of the United States has been engulfed with racial barriers throughout its history, these time periods strongly correspond to national events which brought race to the forefront of American society. "
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Tort Law and Hockey Violence, 2005.
A review of violence and aggression in professional sport, focusing mainly on hockey.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper takes a look at the amount of violence in professional hockey, focusing primarily on the case of Todd Bertuzzi and Steve Moore. This paper goes on to discuss the debate such violence has caused within the world of sport.
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"The Todd Bertuzzi-Steve Moore incident in the National Hockey League's 2003-2004 season provoked widespread debate in both the sports world and among the general public about the role of violence in professional hockey. In this incident Bertuzzi, in retaliation for an aggressive hit by Moore on one of Bertuzzi's teammates, attacked Moore and accidentally broke his neck. While there was no paralysis, Bertuzzi was indefinitely suspended and Moore was said to be considering lawsuits against Bertuzzi, Bertuzzi's team, and the NHL in general."
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Samurai Ethics, 2005.
A look at the Japanese Samurai system and it's effect and influences on Japanese culture.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 12 sources, $ 124.95
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This paper discusses the development of the Samurai system in Japan and the ethical system that was created for the Samurai which, in turn shaped the behavior of the bushi, or warriors. According to this paper, this ethical system was influenced by Buddhism and Confucianism as well as other ethical systems and religious doctrines. This indicates how the Samurai system affected other aspects of Japanese culture."
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"Most Westerners know Samurai only from films, and such depictions give only a sense of the social, religious, political, and ethical aspects of the Samurai class in Japanese society. The comparison often made with the Western gunfighter is only partially applicable, and the Samurai held a much more important and respected place in Japanese society for a much longer period of time. The ethical elements in Samurai thought are particularly powerful and controlling of Samurai behavior and serve to give the Samurai class the basis for its social position and for the respect of the people. "
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Team Building for Sports, 2005.
An analysis of the functioning of groups and their relationship with amateur sports teams.
5,625 words (approx. 22.5 pages), 5 sources, $ 223.95
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This paper examines how the membership and involvement of groups is a primary element in almost every aspect of life, both positively and negatively influencing individuals. It looks at how individuals come together to form groups for a variety of reasons, both personal and professional and how these groups include the formation and function of sports teams. It focuses on groups and their relationship with amateur sports teams. First, the sports team as an effective group is discussed, followed by team leadership development and a discussion on team morale.
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Formula One Racing, 2005.
An analysis of the cultural significance of formula one racing.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses how formula one racing is significant because of its appeal throughout the Western world. It looks at how the races occur around the world in countries as varied as the United States, Canada, France, and Monaco and how consequently, these races, also known as Grand Prix races, are internationally popular because of the possibility of rooting for one national hero of the sport.
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"Any rising popularity of automobile racing in the world today must, of course, pay homage to the form of that race that is recognized to be one of the most refined and esteemed, the Formula One race. Formula One racing is a type of automobile racing that has a century long tradition and history. It is a race form that has developed over the decades to contain elaborate and formal rules and regulations that govern the operation of the races. However, despite these bureaucratic niceties, Formula One racing remains one of the most popular forms of racing in the world today. Formula One racing is significant because of its appeal throughout the Western world. "
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The NHL Lockout: Who Is to Blame?, 2005.
A look at the reasons behind the non-existent 2004 to 2005 hockey season.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper examines how the 2004 to 2005 hockey season never happened, due a stalemate between National Hockey League (NHL) team owners and players over the salaries of the players. Hockey fans were deprived of games to watch, and were naturally very upset. Strong feelings were generated. It looks at how the NHL team owners blamed this unfortunate situation on the greed of the players and argues that the owners have no one to blame but themselves. This situation was created by the greed of the owners, not the greed of the players.
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Sports Economics, 2005.
A discussion on promotion and relegation in sports economics.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper examines how sports economics has quickly become a valid field of study and discussion as sports teams and leagues the world over have begun earning in the billions, be it in dollars or pounds. It looks at how through paying attendees, paid commercial advertising, and the marketing of paraphernalia for spectators and fanatics, sports is a serious business.
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"Sports economics has quickly become a valid field of study and discussion, as sports teams and leagues the world over have begun earning in the billions, be it in dollars or pounds. Through paying attendees, paid commercial advertising, and the marketing of paraphernalia for spectators and fanatics, sports is a serious business. This being said, the manner in which professional sports teams go about distributing their wealth and organizing their respective teams is quite different between North America and Europe. American sports leagues tend to be organized in a closed manner, with a fixed set of teams competing each and every season. Yet, European football (soccer) leagues function in a system of promotion and relegation. If a team is successful, it is promoted to a higher, more profitable and successful league. But if a team is not successful, it is relegated down to a lesser league. "
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Soccer in Brazil: A Book Report, 2005.
A review of the Alex Bellos' book, 'Futebol: The Brazilian Way of Life'.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the book 'Futebol: The Brazilian Way of Life' by Alex Bellos. According to the paper, this book examines the influence that the game of soccer has had on the life and culture of Brazilians.
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"Soccer is arguably the most popular sport in the world, certainly so within the Western world. In Brazil, specifically, the popularity and cult devotion to the sport surge to levels unseen in much of the rest of the world. Alex Bellos charts this popularity and the ways in which soccer infuses Brazilian culture with its essence in the book Futebol: The Brazilian Way of Life. In this text, which synthesizes information from a variety of sources, Bellos examines the influence of soccer in Brazil from personal, psychological, sociological, anthropological, and historical perspectives. The result is a surprisingly readable book that treats soccer in Brazil with the same kind of awe and respect that the Brazilians themselves have for the influence of the sport in their daily lives. Bellos begins this study by first making the point that for the whole of the nation of Brazil, soccer is considered to be an art form (1)."
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Sports Attendance, 2005.
A discussion regarding the factors affecting attendance demand at professional team sport events.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses sports attendance and the factors that affect the attendance demand. The parer further discusses some of the economic realities of society, noting that the ranking of the team is most important, and also noting the fact that teams are supported first by fans in the city where the team is based, more so when the team is wining and more when the team is playing a rival team.
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"The attendance demand at professional team sport events is driven by several factors, some inherent in the sport itself and some in the economic realities of the society at the time. One might believe that there is a one-to-one relationship between high attendance and the state of the economy, for instance, though this is not the case. Indeed, sporting events and other relatively inexpensive entertainment such as movies tend to do well during times of relative economic hardship, suggesting that something other than the availability of spendable cash drives such consumer decisions. One element that helps determine the attendance demand at sorting events is the ranking of the team. Teams are supported first by fans in the city where the team is based, and yet the audience is somewhat fickle. If the team is doing well, more people are on hand to cheer it to further victory. "
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Sociology of Sport, 2005.
Examines reasons for studying sports as a social phenomena.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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The sociology of sport is a sub-division of sociology that studies sport as an aspect of cultural and social life. The paper shows that it may at first seem frivolous to study the sociology of sport, because sport in general may not be seen as a suitable topic for academia. However, it is argued that sport is an extremely important part of our cultural and social life, and that there are many good reasons for studying the sociology of sport.
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Japanese and American Players, 2005.
Examines the problem of finding common ground with regards to Japanese players in American baseball leagues and vice versa.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 6 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses Americans playing for Japanese leagues, and Japanese playing for American leagues. Through the years there has been a great deal of cultural tension, yet, through baseball these tensions are beginning to change. The paper shows that Japanese players in the American baseball leagues are making a significant cultural impact. Americans playing in Japan are affecting the culture as well.
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"Research indicates that in 1934 Babe Ruth led a group of professional American players to tour Japan. During that visit the Japanese were so impressed by the players, and the game, that they began to form their own leagues within a few years. Following the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Japanese baseball was not considered seriously by professional athletes. Furthermore, there were no suggestions that Americans play for Japanese teams. Yet, as time progressed, and tensions eased between the two countries, some American players began to consider that the Japanese leagues might be where they belonged in the sport. It was also true that American managers decided to take a chance at working in the realm of Japanese baseball. And, as the world has begun to change, Japanese players have been enticed to attempt to play in the American baseball leagues."
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"The Black Sox Trial", 2005.
An overview of this 1921 trial in American judicial history.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper examines the Black Sox trial of 1921 and the fall-out emerging from it. The paper shows that not least of all, the trial underscored the gambling problem afflicting America as well as the larger social and labor issues that were plaguing American society at that time. The paper suggests that the scandal complicated baseball's image and turned George Herman Ruth into a savior.
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"The 1921 Black Sox trial gripped America in a way that very few events directly related to sports ever have. This paper examines the trial and, more importantly, it places the trial of 1921 within the larger context of American life and history. Particularly, this paper notes how the 1921 trial occurred in an age where concerns about the treatment of American workers was sparking debate about how best to address the situation. Moreover, the spirit of progressivism still animated America in the early decades of the twentieth century. This spirit, one might even call it a missionary, reformist zeal, was strengthened further by events such as the Black Sox trial of 1921. Beyond that, the trial had serious repercussions for baseball. Not least of all, it shot Kenesaw Mountain Landis into prominence and turned Babe Ruth into a savior."
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The Sports Business, 2005.
This paper examines the roles of a sports agent and an athlete.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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The paper takes a look at the relationship between a sports agent and an athlete, more specifically a college athlete. The paper studies the role of the agent in order to educate the athlete as to who an agent is and what exactly an agent does. The paper's discusses an agent's education, duties, salary, expectations, etc. are, as are the expectations and duties of the athlete, as well.
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"In Cameron Crowe's seminal movie on the business of sports, Jerry Maguire, Tom Cruise's title character has a revelation regarding his job as a sports agent. Cruise recalls a mentor of his making the statement, "The key to this job is personal relationships" ("Jerry Maguire Script" 1). Adding to this idea, Cruise realizes that in these relationships with the athletes he represents, he needs to focus on "caring for them, caring for ourselves, and on the games, too" ("Jerry Maguire Script" 1). While the "real" world of sports agents is not so altruistic and caring all of the time, but rather a very cutthroat environment in which billions of dollars are at stake, these principles are crucial to being a sports agent, as an agent represents individual athletes and makes sure that their best interests are met."
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Asian Martial Arts, 2005.
This paper looks at martial arts with their philosophical and cultural Asian origins.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 10 sources, $ 62.95
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In this article, the writer discusses today's martial arts. The writer looks at this form of unarmed combat that is associated with Asian culture, philosophy and mysticism. The writer points out that it may be argued that in their incarnation in contemporary North America as sport, these martial arts have lost the underlying philosophical and cultural roots that gave them their fundamental identity.
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"When one speaks of martial arts today one conceives of unarmed combat in a context pervaded by Asian culture, philosophy and mysticism. Despite different countries of origin - whether it be China (kung-fu), Japan (akido, judo, karate) or Korea (tae kwon do) - these martial arts have all been closely associated with the rich Asian philosophical and cultural traditions that gave them birth."
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Salary Cap on a Professional Sports League, 2005.
This paper discusses and a study titled "The Economic Effects of a Salary Cap on a Professional Sports League" by Eric Pick.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 8 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper analyzes a study by Eric Pick called "The Economic Effects of a Salary Cap on a Professional Sports League" that attempts to develop and apply an econometric model to the issue. The study is based on a model that is limited, so the most that could emerge from it is a potentially useful formula to be applied on a broader scale than the two team universe addressed by the author and that may or may not be applicable to a variety of different types of sports leagues.
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"The study by Eric Pick entitled "The Economic Effects of a Salary Cap on a Professional Sports League" is an attempt to develop and apply an econometric model to the subject at hand. The study is based on a model that is limited, so the most that could emerge from it is a potentially useful formula to be applied on a broader scale than the two team universe addressed by the author and that may or may not be applicable to a variety of different types of sports leagues. The same basic issues do apply to different types of sports leagues, and efforts to apply a salary cap have been part of major sports leagues for some time. In 1994, a threatened basketball strike led to an agreement that involved salary caps, among other provisions. In that case, as an end to the players' union was threatened, the players... "
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