Spoilsports: Understanding and Preventing Sexual Exploitation in SportSexual exploitation in sport is a problem that has beset both male and female athletes privately for decades but which has only recently emerged as a public issue.Spoilsportsis the first comprehensive review of this issue, integrating pioneering academic research, theoretical perspectives, and practical guidelines for performers, coaches, administrators and policy-makers. Key topics include: * 'moral panic' * children's rights * masculinity and power * making and implementing policy * leadership in sport. Spoilsportsdraws extensively on the personal experiences of athletes and those involved in sport. Challenging and controversial, this book represents an important step towards tackling a difficult issue. It is essential reading for coaches, athletes, parents, policy-makers and all those with a personal or professional interest in sport. |
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Spoilsports: Understanding and Preventing Sexual Exploitation in Sport Celia Brackenridge Limited preview - 2001 |
Spoilsports: Understanding and Preventing Sexual Exploitation in Sport Celia Brackenridge Limited preview - 2002 |
Spoilsports: Understanding and Preventing Sexual Exploitation in Sport Celia Brackenridge No preview available - 2001 |
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