Answer each question based on your readings of the text. Include text references for each question.

You are a conflict theorist. Suggest possible causes of these trends from the perspective of a conflict theorists.

(Outside references help to develop your work.) I have given several examples for each topic below.

1. Trends for Spectators: (Cash in the Game) Sports Betting in Indiana https://www.indystar.com/story/news/local/2019/08/31/indiana-sports-betting-gambling-casinos-gaming/2166381001/Links to an external site. Example 1: We know that Sport betting increases the negative behavior of those with addiction disorders. Is there a conflict between the goals of community health and easy ways to bet on sporting events?

Example 2: Several "off-shore" gambling casinos offer free hotel rooms, transportation and meals to Senior citizens. Is this actually a dangerous practice for the Seniors?

Example 3: Does a bet on the game outcome, make being a fan better or worse? 2. Trends for Participants: (Skin in the Game) Lifelong injuries, the big pay check for the short career https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25996659Links to an external site. Example 1: The average pro career lasts about 3 seasons but the injuries tend to be lifelong. Does Sport participation actually cause dependency on our health system?

Example 2: Do team owners get off-the-hook for the cost of lifelong injuries for retired players? Should they be required to establish a fund for lifetime treatment? 3. Are we watchers or participants? https://venturebeat.com/2018/11/30/the-rise-of-esports-as-a-spectator-phenomenon/Links to an external site. Example: Will e-Sport participation actually decrease the number of fans in the stadium?

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Trends for Spectators Conflict theorists would likely argue that the proliferation of sports betting especially with its ease of access exacerbates so... View the full answer