Major League Baseball, Drug Testing, and Ethics
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In three pages this paper examines the steroid controversy in Major League Baseball and assesses the effectiveness of the current policy. In addition, the issue is considered from an ethical perspective, discussing whether or not this practice is morally justified from utility (greatest good) and deontological (respect for basic rights) points of view. Four sources are listed in the bibliography.
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Mandatory Drug Testing For High School Athletes
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A 9 page paper arguing that mandatory drug testing should be enforced and implemented. While it may seem as though this is an issue which consists of an invasion of personal issues, in light of today’s competitive world, there are many instances where drug use is a serious concern in high school athletics, harming those that are not involved with drug enhancers. Unfortunately we live in a world where we cannot rely on the integrity of individuals and their own inherent desire to achieve and succeed on their own resources. While the issue of drug testing may involve the use of mind-altering, illegal drugs, the main focus is on that of the use of drugs such as steroids used for enhancing performance in sports. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Mark "Gator" Rogowski
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A 5 page paper which examines the life of skater Mark "Gator" Rogowski and examines how much of his downfall could be contributed to his success and materialism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Marketing Challenges and Aluminum Bats
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This 7 page report discusses the controversy regarding aluminum versus wood in baseball bats and decreasing the maximum allowable diameter - increasing the weight of the bat . . . who knew there could be so many issues related to baseball bats!? And who knew these issues could be the basis for lawsuits, heated debate, and endless discussion in the sports magazines and between baseball “analysts.” As a result, marketers face enormous challenges but they also have remarkable opportunities. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Marketing Cuba through Development of Water Sports
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A 12 page paper assessing the attractiveness of developing water sports in Cuba. The paper reviews Cuba’s political and economic history over the past several years and includes SWOT and PESTLE analyses to conclude that Cuba may be attractive in the future but is not at the present time. Developers willing and able to wait the lengthy time that negotiations are likely to require should proceed with overtures to the Cuban government. Plans to further develop the diving industry could be attractive, but plans to develop associated, non-motorized water sports could be even more attractive to the Cuban government. Those already involved in Cuban diving are likely to have their own ideas and plans for development; others seeking to enter Cuba’s tourism industry would be wise to focus on sailing or kayaking. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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Marketing Individual Athletes
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A 5 page paper arguing against the practice of marketing individual college athletes either to professional sports organizations or to local fans in the interest of greater sales of licensed products. Though some believe that collegiate players should be paid, most others still believe that amateur status as defined as the NCAA should be rigidly defended and observed. Bibliography lists 8 source.
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Marketing Research Study; Marketing Techniques Used by NBA Teams
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This is 4 page paper reviews a research article investigating the marketing of NBA teams. The paper summarises the article which assesses the value of different marketing techniques to increased attendance gains as it is perceived by the NBA marketers and the attendees. The bibliography cites one source.
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Martial Arts
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A 10 page overview of Chinese martial arts. Discussion of Japanese and Korean martial arts are also provided. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Massage Therapy / A Hypothetical Case Evaluation
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A 5 page examination of the pain and discomfort being experienced by a fictional middle age bowler and computer programmer. Addresses the factors contributing to the pain, the responsible muscles, the bony landmarks and areas of massage concentration. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Mathematics in Sports
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An 11 page explanation of how mathematics are indeed an important tool in sports. Not only does an understanding of mathematics empower players by enabling them to use their body in the most effective manner to achieve optimum performance, mathematics are also useful in a diversity of other areas that are relevant to sports. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Melvin H. Williams' 'Nutrition For Health, Fitness & Sport': Relating To Everyday Life
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11 pages in length. Nutrition and exercise represent integral components within the overall concept of well being. In fact, it can readily be asserted that proper nutrition and regular exercise may be the cornerstone of treatment for myriad illnesses and diseases. Changing one's diet and lifestyle can reflect a more healthful approach and significantly alter the crippling influence that can arise due to health-related problems; however, even when armed with this knowledge, untold numbers of people continue to consume unhealthy diets and eschew any exercise at all. What properties of nutrition and exercise promote sound physical and mental health in everyday life? Melvin H. Williams believes he has the answer in his book entitled 'Nutrition For Health, Fitness, And Sport.' Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Men's Magazine Ads: Representation Of Masculinity
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5 pages in length. Historically, the media have not earned the most stellar of reputations when it comes to portraying reality; indeed, the manner by which magazine advertising skews the perspective of male masculinity has come to represent a commonplace approach to capitalistic consumerism. Proponents of magazine advertising contend that there is one phrase for those who are prone to the deceptiveness of media marketing: caveat emptor. They argue that it is not up to the advertiser to be responsible for the buyer's gullibility, even if that buyer happens to be an impressionable male seeking to emulate the ad's buff model. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Michael Jordan - Is He A Hero?
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A 5 page synopsis of the 1992 biography of Michael Jordan by Sam Smith. The writer demonstrates that while Smith's biography shows a negative side to Jordan's character not seen by his adoring public, debunking the Jordan mystique was not Smith's intention. Smith succeeds in presenting Jordan, not as a godlike superstar, but rather it offers a picture of Michael Jordan as an ordinary person-flawed, moody, gifted and human.
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Michael Jordan / Cultural Hero
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A 7 page discussion of how, in the context of his career, accomplishments, etc;-- basketball player Michael Jordan serves as a persuasive communicator and role model to the African-American community. Many insightful examples are offered. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Michael Jordan and High School Cut
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A 5 page paper which examines how Michael Jordan was cut from his high school basketball team and how this illustrates one’s negative experiences in youth does not determine one’s future. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Michael Jordan And Muhammad Ali
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5 pages in length. Muhammad Ali and Michael Jordan are arguable two of the most celebrated and accomplished athletes of all time. That each one has carved out a place for himself amidst a sea of athletic superstars speaks to the extent to which both men embraced the challenge of hard work and determination in order to achieve their respective goals. This, say many, is why Ali and Jordan are considered heroes to the throngs of followers who have supported them throughout their careers. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Mike Tyson -- A Life of Constant Highs and Lows
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This 14 page report discusses boxer Mike Tyson. In the late 1980s, reporters called him the “new young tiger,” “an orphaned street robber found handcuffed to a reform-school radiator,” a “square, two -fisted hulk with a short man’s proclivity for uppercuts,” and the “undefeated young barbarian.” In 1992, he was sentenced to six years in prison after a jury found him guilty of rape. He was released saying his life was changed but was imprisoned again in 1999 after the assault of two men following a traffic accident. His life had been a remarkable series of great accomplishments and dismal disasters. He has conquered many barriers and remained locked behind others. And yet, there are still those who believe he may be or may have been the greatest fighter of the 20th century. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Modern Gladiator Days
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In ten pages this paper presents an overview of how mixed martial arts(MMA) and Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) have evolved over thousands of years and argues the thesis that the violence has significantly decreased from its brutal ‘cage fighting’ origins. Eleven sources are listed in the bibliography.
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MOHAMMED ALI
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This 16 page paper gives an indepth look at the life and times of Mohammed Ali. It chronicles his rise from humble beginnings to the American Icon he became. Reasons and arguments for this iconization of Ali are included. Quotes from actual acquaintences, friends, and family. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
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Motivation & Success in Women's Sports
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A 15 page research paper that examines this topic. While there are similarities between these elements for male and female athletes, it is also true that for women, there are obstacles to motivation and confidence that stem from social and cultural beliefs. Due to this fact, the writer first begins with an examination of historical background on women's sports, but then quickly proceeds to discussing current studies that address motivation and success. Topics also addressed include women in coaching and successful women athletes. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
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Motivation and Success in Athletics
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10 pages. In today's world of the super-athlete we can find some of the most successful and highly motivated people in society. What keeps these athletes motivated, and how can they maintain the same level of enthusiasm day after day? This paper reflects on this motivation and what it is comprised of both on and off the playing field. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Motor Imagery in Sports
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A 10 page research paper on how Mental Imagery, Mental Practice and Visualization are used in sports. The writer reviews the method, history, and empirical debates surrounding the issue. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Muscle Strain / Causes, Prevention & Treatment
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A 10 page analysis of the causes of muscle strain, prevention and treatment. The writer presents this information by analyzing current medical literature on the subject and compares the causes, prevention methods and treatments for professional athletes vs. non-athletes. The paper includes two appendices, incorporating five tables of research results and drugs used to treat muscle strain in the U.S. and Canada. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
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Muscle Strength and Running Speed
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A 22 page thesis that supports the correlation between muscle strength and increased running speed for non-professional athletes in a 50 meter sprint. The writer goes into great detail and examines in-depth research in this model. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
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NASCAR / History
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In 5 pages the author discusses the history of NASCAR. NASCAR is a sport that has many fans across the nation. It is more than just a sport; it is a national pastime. NASCAR is stock car racing. The prizes are quite large. The crowds are enthusiastic. It is not only a sport that men enjoy. There are women fans and women that race, as well. It is a sport that is filled with thrills and chills, as motor cars race around the track and attempt to beat their competitors. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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NASCAR Rule Changes
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A 7 page research paper (includes 1 outline page) that explores the new rule changes that NASCAR instituted for the 2005 season. The writer explores the ramifications of these rules in regards to making NASCAR racing a more exciting competitive sport for the spectator. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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NASCAR, RULES CHANGES AND COSTS
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This 7-page paper covers recent changes and rules in NASCAR, and how those changes are impacting costs for team owners. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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NASCAR: History And Marketing :
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A 14 page paper that provides the history of car racing beginning in the prohibition era. The first actual organized race was held in Daytona Beach in 1938, organized by Bill France who went on to establish the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing. NASCAR was officially established in 1947 with the first race under the bylaws and rules being held in 1948. A lot has changed since those first races. Today, the NASCAR races take place across the country although Daytona Beach is still the headquarters for the organization. This essay traces the history and evolution of NASCAR and comments on the changing demographics of fans over the years. The second part of this essay focuses on marketing strategies used by NASCAR, including partnerships and sponsors. The essay concludes with comments regarding future trends in marketing strategies. Data regarding fans and sponsors are included. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
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Natural Turf Versus Artificial Turf Sports Fields
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This 16 page report discusses the benefits and controversies that exist in the sports world regarding artificial and natural turf playing fields. In the big money realm of professional sports, playing surfaces are generally chosen and maintained on the basis of what is the most cost effective and least problematic. Concerns regarding aesthetics, the “feel” of the surface, and personal preference of the players have been thought of as secondary, even tertiary, concerns. However, a huge number of injuries have been directly blamed on artificial turf and have resulted in key players being kept out of a game or even put on the injured list for an entire season. This report examines a number of those concerns and looks at potential alternatives. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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Negative Effects Of Advanced Sports Technology On The Sports Fan
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8 pages in length. The writer discusses how advanced sports technology, such as television broadcasts and steroidal drug use, has detrimentally impacted sports from the fan's perspective. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Negro League Baseball
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An 18 page paper which examines the effects of Negro league baseball on the African-American community, on the players themselves, and on the white community. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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New Policy On Steroid Testing In Major League Baseball: Morally Justified?
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4 pages in length. It was only a matter of time before the black eye of steroidal use throughout major league baseball would instigate official policy as a means by which to try to re-establish the pure and unadulterated national pastime of long ago. Today's drug use within the league is responsible for a slow but steady decline in the combined factors of attendance and respect, a coupling that one would not necessarily expect to find within the realm of sports but one that has become wholly integrated in the way fans have responded to what has transpired with arguably the most favored game in America. In short, because steroidal use is not a morally justifiable action on the player's part, the implementation of new testing policy represents a direct moral response that demands users abide by the same contractual rules with which they agreed when first signing to play ball. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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NEW YORK JETS AND ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
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This 3-page paper presents a marketing overview of the New York Jets football team. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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NIKE AND GOLFING
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This paper discusses the apparel manufacturing giant Nike and how its branding and use of celebrity sports figures has helped it become a popular worldwide brand. In addition, the paper examines how Nike is breaking into the area of golf apparel and equipment. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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NIKE Proposal: Student Exercise Program
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3 pages in length. The students of Temecula's school district have fallen victim to the same outcome as so many other academic populations across the country: The prevalence of poor nutritional choices and sedentary lifestyles has cast them into an ever-growing group of overweight, out of shape youths. In response to this unacceptable reality, Exerseas proposes Project Jump to the health-oriented commitment put forth by Nike, a foremost spokesfigure in the quest for physical and mental wellbeing. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Nuances and Nonverbal Communication of Volleyball Coaching and Officiating
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This 10 page report discusses the ways in which nonverbal communication serves as an essential aspect of both coaching and officiating the sport of volleyball. The most effective and “proper” techniques and responsibilities of a line judge for the fast-paced game of volleyball involve specific signals, movements, and cues that allow officials to understand what is happening at different areas of the court, whether or not their own line of sight is impaired. The same concept holds true for the coaches of competing teams. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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Nutrition for Athletes
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This 5 page paper discusses athletes’ nutrition, and how a national leader could encourage better eating and better health for this population segment. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Olympic Athletes of East Germany (GDR) and the Psychology of Their Training
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This 9 page report discusses the fact that the many components of sports training are generally complicated and intense, and are even intensified for athletes competing for a place in the Olympics and then competing in the actual Olympics. The weight of an entire nation as well as their own personal expectations are tied to their personal excellence and effort. Not surprisingly, it is a psychological as well as physical challenge. This report looks at the psychology of the Olympic training received by East German or GDR athletes. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Organized Sports and Gambling
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This 10 page paper provides a history of gambling in organized sports and evaluates the trend. Concepts like point shaving are defined and discussed. Various real life examples over time are relayed. Suggestions for resolving the problem are included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Parents should be banned from their children's sport activities
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This 3 page paper uses the case of Thomas Junta who beat a parent to death at a hockey game. While banning parents from children's games may appear ludicrous, it seems to be the best solution for the children. This paper explains why. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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