Comparison of cultural differences in sports of Iran

Document Type : Research Paper

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Associate Professor of Sports Management, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Allameh Tabataba’i University, Tehran, Iran

10.22080/jsmb.2023.22045.3662

Abstract

Background& Purpose: Sports are considered as a subculture in the form of sport culture of society, so by examining their culture, we can move towards the cultural development of some sports and cultural exploitation of others. The purpose of this study was to compare the components of sport culture among elite athletes of different sports in Iran.
Methodology: The method of this research was applied using survey method. The statistical population of the study included elite athletes from national teams or those invited to the national team camps, coaches, and sports veterans. The sampling method was convenience method. The research tool was Keshkar et al. (2016) Sports Culture Questionnaire which its validity and reliability were approved, then distributed among the population members.
Results: Results showed that there were significant differences among different elite athletes of different sports in components of sport cultures.
Conclusion: It is suggested that sports that carry out most cultural values are exploited for cultural purposes in the community. The mass media, along with focusing on the introduction of the heroes of the field, should focus on the dimensions of cultural values.

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Journal of Sport Management and Motor Behavior
Volume 20, Issue 39
January 2023
Pages 51-67

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