Personal Narrative: One Of People In The World Of Sports

As Commissioner of the National Quidditch League, I have come to the conclusion to make rule changes to insure the safety of our athletes. The NQL is one of the country’s most popular and highest revenue leagues. We have a duty to uphold ethical standards to set a good example for our young fans. In conversations with doctors, players, owners, and some fans, the league office has decided to enact some new policy changes. The most important policy changes enacted are that all players must now where helmets, a new concussion protocol, and players who intentionally target opposing players will be at risk for fines and suspension. Some may feel that the character of the game is being threatened by these new rule changes. However, the safety of our athletes is much more important. We are confident that these new changes will further demonstrate why the NQL is one of our country’s most popular leagues. Lastly, as a league we can no longer claim to display integrity if allow the head injuries to continue.

There are multiple advantages and disadvantages when it comes to video refereeing. This has instigated a debate whether it should or shouldn’t be used as an alternative for refereeing in all professional sports. Currently, video refereeing or also known as VAR (Video assistance refereeing) is being used in sports such as NBA, AFL, cricket, soccer and Tennis. They’re virtual computer bases that record footage as the game is being played, referee’s use it to help them make certain decisions whilst in gameplay. Advocates believe that results will be fairer and that referees will be supported in the future, however antagonists argue that this takes away the human factor of sports and there are still queries about the dependability of the technology.

3. The referees make lots of calls during the game, because there are many little rules that the players have to be aware of. Some of the most popular rules for refs to call are “shooting space”, crease violations, and dangerous checking.

Every year in the United States, there are an estimated 300,000 sports-related concussions (Cuncussions, 2015). Head related injuries have serious consequences in violent contact sports. Players can have injuries that result in lifelong brain trauma, such as post-concussion syndrome. There is a large amount of controversy surrounding safety in contact sports. In the essay “Brain Games: Who is Responsible for Preventing Sports-Related Head Injuries?,” Peter Dewar communicates to players, coaches, referees, fans, and anyone else involved in sports, to argue that a new sports culture should be adopted to create a safer and more profitable playing environment. Through his use of stories, statistics, and a call to take action, Dewar effectively portrays the urgency of accountability in sports.

"I went to a fight the other night and a hockey game broke out." Rodney Dangerfield. Ever since the start to the game of hockey, violence has always played a role in the sport. While that role both contributing positive and negative aspects to the game, violence has taken its toll on not only the players but the fans as well. As violence in hockey is as many fans say part of the game and what makes “hockey” hockey, the negative outcomes overweigh the positive. From fights to brawls, slashes to high sticks, boarding to head contact the violence surrounds the entire game. As fans cheer and rant at their full potential when a fight breaks out during a hockey

“For any professional athlete, there is a natural assumption of risk to one’s physical well-being. Players are constantly honing their bodies in the weight room—not just to become faster and stronger than their competition, but also to protect against the injuries that can ruin a season” (Barrabi). The National Hockey League (NHL) was one of the last professional sports organizations to issue sanctions against players who cause concussions and head injuries. Just in the past season alone, there have been a total of 44 suspensions in the NHL (TSN.com). Many of these suspensions were assessed due to dangerous, and sometimes intentional, behavior. To many people, these 44 suspensions occurring in the past season may seem too excessive; compared to 2004, it is. However, the frequency of behavior resulting in suspensions has increased over the past several years due to rule changes and a new disciplinary council assessing said suspensions. Despite the change in rules, some still intentionally commit acts of violence against opposing players. These players’ defense is that they are trying to preserve the tradition and respect of the game by humbling new, “arrogant” players who unnecessarily “show-off” or “target” star players (Jones). Although preserving this tradition is expected and necessary due to the violent nature of the game, many players let their tempers get out of control. Because of various injuries, especially head injuries, league officials should take a tougher

There are many sporting event and just about all of them have referees. Not every call the ref makes is going to go the way you would like. Fans and players need to realize it is just a game and that not everyone is perfect. In fact some calls are made because it's hard to tell where the ball is or who has the ball because a bunch of players are blocking their view. But they make the call and no matter what one team isn't going to like the call and they need to deal with it.

First, I must disagree with the quote mention because yes if a coach makes rules, I’m sure some will follow to an extent. However, the coach must be expect to follow these rules as well and make sure that they are set their foot down when someone is disobeying these rules and not letting their athletes go without a form of discipline because anyone can make rules yet it depends on if the rules are fair and give opportunity for self-awareness with the athlete understanding what error they have caused and how to not repeat the scenario in the future. Yet, I do agree with resolving conflicts on a case by case basis when the situation escalates to a point where I find it appropriate for such actions to be initiated because discussing the error with the individual on a one-on-one basis may lead to a resolution that may positively end the

The referee flipped his coin, signaling the start of what seemed to be a never ending soccer game. As the captains ran back from the center circle, the referee called over his shoulder, “Girls, we’re going to be playing big girl soccer today, so I won’t be calling any fouls.” Not surprisingly, this game turned out to be the most injurious game in my soccer career. When the final whistle blew, there was a total of two concussions, a dislocated hip, a blown out knee, and countless scrapes and bruises on all of us contenders. The parents, rooting for their respective teams, were the ones horrified most of all. While they could have yelled at the referee, acted in an impolite manner, and possibly had their team disqualified from the tournament, they decided to follow the civil process established by the league; this was writing letters of complaint and sending them to the tournament organizer. Through this process, the parents were able to express their displeasure with the referee without compromising the team’s ability to win.

As a referee, I learned that if I appear confident in all situations, people will likely respect the calls I make. Officiating taught me to look professional, because my appearance shows that I take my job seriously. Good communication skills have become essential for success within whatever team of referees I work with. Refereeing taught me to be punctual so that I appear professional. The international aspect and popularity of soccer allowed me to meet people from all around the world as a result of being a referee. Working as a referee for the United States Soccer Federation has taught me various life lessons as well as becoming more involved in the sport I

In curling, the moment a mistake is made and allowed to affect the team’s mindset, the game might as well be over. For this reason, our team had a policy in which we would provide constant feedback as to what the person throwing the rock could improve on; however, we made it mandatory to congratulate each other after every shot. Accordingly, we were able to keep morale raised in challenging scenarios, such as the Okanagon tournament. Despite every game being a pitched battle, and our third dislocating her knee, we were able to rally and emerge proud of what we had accomplished. While essential, the support we offered each other would not be nearly as potent without the trust we afforded each other.

It seems like the more you focus on not trying to make a certain mistake the more likely it is. Such a conundrum. This incidence made me think more about what kind of coach I wanted to be. It also made me think about what kind of teammate I wanted to be to my team. I don’t ever want athletes to think they need to fear making a mistake. I want them to take chances and learn how to improve their game by taking chances and making mistakes. I understand in completive competition emotions run high, but to blow up on your athletes for mistakes is pathetic. Even in elite teams, that kind of behavior is absurd. When you feel like, or are made to feel, that you cannot do something in a game it makes you question what you can do. Second guessing decisions when on a playing field can be a terrible feeling. Especially when your in a close game. I want my athletes feel like they can take the game into their hands and make decisions on their own. I don’t want them to feel they have to follow a straight forward

Despite all of my doubts and frustrations, my coach was always there to give her wisdom. The next day, I stepped out onto the ice with tears already streaming down my face. My coach looked me in the eye and said, “Whatever you’re dealing with doesn’t matter anymore. As soon as you step out on the ice, your only job is to skate your heart out,”

Ref, it was all my fault. I'm so sorry for everything. I'll serve the penalty. Brian, are you hurt? I promise I won't do it again.

is very true when dealing with a physical contact sport like hockey. There is a