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White College Students’ Explanations Of White (And Black) Athletic Performance: A Qualitative Investigation Of White College Students, C. Harrison, Suzanne Lawrence, Scott Bukstein Aug 2011

White College Students’ Explanations Of White (And Black) Athletic Performance: A Qualitative Investigation Of White College Students, C. Harrison, Suzanne Lawrence, Scott Bukstein

Scott Bukstein JD

While the sport sociology community has had a long-running conversation about the relationship between athletes’ success and race, there are few empirical investigations of individuals’ attitudes regarding the connection of race and athletic performance. This study on White college students’ explanations of White (and African American) athleticism attempts to push this discussion of race and sport. Using a qualitative, open-ended question we elicited explanations from White college students about athletic performance. Findings revealed that White students explained White athleticism through discussions of African American athleticism. In addition, White student participants avoided biological explanations regarding White athletes’ success.


The Utility Of Motivational Interviewing Using Co-Active Life Coaching Skills On Adults Struggling With Obesity: Participants' Perspectives, Courtney Newnham-Kanas, Jennifer Irwin, Don Morrow Dec 2010

The Utility Of Motivational Interviewing Using Co-Active Life Coaching Skills On Adults Struggling With Obesity: Participants' Perspectives, Courtney Newnham-Kanas, Jennifer Irwin, Don Morrow

Donald Morrow

No abstract provided.


Change-Ing Obesity: A Methodological Account Of A Comprehensive Study For University Students With Obesity, Erin Pearson, Jennifer Irwin, Don Morrow Dec 2010

Change-Ing Obesity: A Methodological Account Of A Comprehensive Study For University Students With Obesity, Erin Pearson, Jennifer Irwin, Don Morrow

Donald Morrow

No abstract provided.


Psychology, Sports, Alan Kornspan Dec 2010

Psychology, Sports, Alan Kornspan

Alan S Kornspan

No abstract provided.


A New Solution For Salary Disputes: Implementing Salary Arbitration In The National Basketball Association, Scott Bukstein Jd Dec 2010

A New Solution For Salary Disputes: Implementing Salary Arbitration In The National Basketball Association, Scott Bukstein Jd

Scott Bukstein JD

This paper proposes that the National Basketball Association (NBA) adopt a salary arbitration system in specifically defined circumstances—for restricted free agents who either last played under a four-year rookie salary scale contract, or last played under a two-year or three-year contract as a second-round draft pick or undrafted free agent. Part I of this paper summarizes the use of salary arbitration in professional sport leagues. Part II of this paper provides an overview of the current arbitration procedures in the NBA. Part III of the paper outlines a proposed new NBA salary arbitration model. Part IV discusses some of the …


White College Students' Explanations Of White (And Black) Athletic Performance: A Qualitative Investigation Of White College Students, Harrison Dec 2010

White College Students' Explanations Of White (And Black) Athletic Performance: A Qualitative Investigation Of White College Students, Harrison

Dr. C. Keith Harrison

No abstract provided.


A Conceptual Model Of Academic Success For Student-Athletes, Keith Harrison Dec 2010

A Conceptual Model Of Academic Success For Student-Athletes, Keith Harrison

Dr. C. Keith Harrison

Concern over the academic talent development of Division I student–athletes has led to increased research to explain variations in their academic performance. Although a substantial amount of attention has been given to the relationship between student–athletes and their levels of academic success, there remain critical theoretical and analytical gaps. The purpose of this article is to develop a conceptual model to understand and explain the cumulative processes and characteristics—as a whole and in stages—that influence academic success for Division I student–athletes. Research on student–athletes and academic success is reviewed and synthesized to provide a rationale for the basic elements of …


Relative Age Effect In Women’S Professional Sports: An Examination Of Professional Softball And Soccer, Alan S. Kornspan, Victor E. Pinheiro Dec 2010

Relative Age Effect In Women’S Professional Sports: An Examination Of Professional Softball And Soccer, Alan S. Kornspan, Victor E. Pinheiro

Alan S Kornspan

No abstract provided.


An Analysis Of Beliefs Of Ncaa Division I Academic Advisors On The Impact Of The Increased Percentage Toward Degree Requirements, Jennifer Kulics, Alan S. Kornspan, Mark Kretovics Dec 2010

An Analysis Of Beliefs Of Ncaa Division I Academic Advisors On The Impact Of The Increased Percentage Toward Degree Requirements, Jennifer Kulics, Alan S. Kornspan, Mark Kretovics

Alan S Kornspan

No abstract provided.