Q1. Now that you are at the end of the textbook, reflect on what you have learned since the beginning of the course and give a solution to 2 following scenarios.
Scenario 1: Athletic Trainer
Mary Jo, the head athletic trainer at Campbell State College, has been working with Campbell’s star running back, Kevin Jones, who is recovering from knee surgery. Kevin has made tremendous progress over the spring and summer and has achieved a 99% physical recovery. The coaches, however, have noticed that Kevin still favors the knee he injured in practice and is very hesitant when making cutbacks. Mary Jo knows that Kevin has physically recovered, but she’s not sure how to help him regain his former confidence. What should Mary Jo do?
Scenario 2: Coach
Jeff is the point guard on the high school basketball team that you coach. For your team to repeat as league champions, Jeff needs to play well, especially in clutch situations. However, you have learned from coaching Jeff last season that he becomes very nervous during competition. In fact, the bigger the game or the more critical the situation, the more nervous Jeff becomes and the worse he plays. Your biggest coaching challenge this season will be helping Jeff learn to manage stress. What should you do?
Q2. Give detailed answers to the following 2 questions.
Can participation in sport and physical activity lead to psychological growth and character development? And if so, why?
What are some of the negative outcomes or behaviors associated with participation in sport and exercise?
Please write at least 350 words per question.