The Physical Educator · 2005 · 42 citations · 0 references
EducationSocial PsychologySociologySocial BehaviorSport PedagogySport PsychologyAggressionAggressive BehaviorSport ParticipationSport SocializationSportsmanship EducationSocial Interaction SkillsSocial-emotional SkillsSocialization Into SportSocialization Outcomes In SportSocialization Through SportSport Participation SocializationSport Socialization Processes
Socialization can take place through participation in sports since sports provide a microcosm for living and society. The structure of social relations in sports influences the participants’ development of social skills. Researchers have strived to answer whether sports provides a positive outlet for, or teaches and reinforces, aggression. This paper reviews and extends research on aggression and sportsmanship, examines how aggression is developed, and makes recommendations.?