The Americanization of School Sports: Historical and Social Consequences.

Massengale, John D.

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ERIC Number: EJ211757

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Publication Date: 1979-May

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The Americanization of School Sports: Historical and Social Consequences.

Massengale, John D.

Physical Educator, v36 n2 p59-69 May 1979

The development of the American system of school athletics from the time of the Puritans to the present day is discussed, and the social ramifications of our contemporary sports culture are considered. (LH)

Descriptors: American Culture, Athletics, Personality Development, Physical Education, Public Schools, Social Integration, Social Values, Sociocultural Patterns, Universities, Womens Athletics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Historical Materials; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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