Gamesmanship Beliefs and Ethical Decision Making of College Athletes

Authors

  • Bradford Strand North Dakota State University
  • Sean Brotherson North Dakota State University
  • Tyler Tracy North Dakota State University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18666/TPE-2018-V75-I2-7522

Keywords:

gamesmanship, college, athletes, ethics

Abstract

Almost 30 years ago Eitzen (1988) stated, “American sport is plagued with problems. Coaches engage in outrageous behaviors but if they win, are rewarded handsomely. Gratuitous violence is glorified in the media. Some athletes take drugs. Many athletes in their search for a competitive edge cheat. Sports organizations take advantage of athletes” (p. 17). In many respects, not much has changed in the past 30 years and the issues of ethical practice, wrongdoing, and sportsmanship continue to be discussed (Doty, 2006; Garbin, 2010; Garner, 2013; Harrison-Dyer, 2011; May, 2001; Robbins, 2004; Rudd & Mondello, 2006; Ryska, 2003).

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Author Biographies

Bradford Strand, North Dakota State University

Professor

Department of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences

Sean Brotherson, North Dakota State University

Department of Human Development and Family Science

Professor

Tyler Tracy, North Dakota State University

Dept of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences

Instructor

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Published

2018-03-12

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