The Lack of Risk Communication at an Elite Sports Event: A Case Study of the FINA 10 K Marathon Swimming World Cup

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
John J. Miller ◽  
John T. Wendt
Keyword(s):  
Risk Communication ◽  
World Cup ◽  
Marathon Swimming ◽  
Elite Sports

The Lack of Risk Communication at an Elite Sports Event: A Case Study of the FINA 10 K Marathon Swimming World Cup

2012 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 265-278 ◽  
Author(s):  
John J. Miller ◽  
John T. Wendt
Keyword(s):  
Risk Communication ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Open Water ◽  
World Cup ◽  
Marathon Swimming ◽  
Risk Management Process ◽  
The City ◽  
Elite Sports ◽  
Relevant Factors

On October 23, 2010 in the city of Fujairah, east of Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), United States medal winning swimmer Fran Crippen failed to finish the Fédération Internationale de Natation (FINA) 10 Kilometer Marathon Swimming World Cup open water race. The conditions of the water and exterior temperature were relevant factors contributing to the death of Fran Crippen. A discussion of risk communication, as an integral part of the risk management process, describes how this tragedy could have been avoided. This case study will address how the proper authorities could have employed the risk communications to prevent this tragedy.

scholarly journals A Case Study of Excellence in Elite Sport: Motivational Climate in a World Champion Team

2014 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 60-74 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ken Hodge ◽  
Graham Henry ◽  
Wayne Smith
Keyword(s):  
Motivational Climate ◽  
Head Coach ◽  
World Cup ◽  
Sports Teams ◽  
Dual Management ◽  
Assistant Coach ◽  
World Champion ◽  
Emotionally Intelligent ◽  
Depth Interviews

This case study focused on the New Zealand All Blacks rugby team during the period from 2004 to 2011, when Graham Henry (head coach) and Wayne Smith (assistant coach) coached and managed the team. More specifically, this case study examined the motivational climate created by this coaching group that culminated in winning the Rugby World Cup in 2011. In-depth interviews were completed with Henry and Smith in March 2012. A collaborative thematic content analysis revealed eight themes, regarding motivational issues and the motivational climate for the 2004–2011 All Blacks team: (i) critical turning point, (ii) flexible and evolving, (iii) dual-management model, (iv) “Better People Make Better All Blacks,” (v) responsibility, (vi) leadership, (vii) expectation of excellence, and (viii) team cohesion. These findings are discussed in light of autonomy-supportive coaching, emotionally intelligent coaching, and transformational leadership. Finally, practical recommendations are offered for coaches of elite sports teams.

scholarly journals Taking the heterogeneity of citizens into account: flood risk communication in coastal cities – a case study of Bremen

2009 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 1931-1940 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Martens ◽  
H. Garrelts ◽  
H. Grunenberg ◽  
H. Lange
Keyword(s):  
Risk Communication ◽  
Flood Risk ◽  
Media Analysis ◽  
Specific Information ◽  
Flood Hazards ◽  
Meso Level ◽  
Flood Risks ◽  
Protective Actions ◽  
Distribution Of Resources

Abstract. The likely manifestations of climate change like flood hazards are prominent topics in public communication. This can be shown by media analysis and questionnaire data. However, in the case of flood risks an information gap remains resulting in misinformed citizens who probably will not perform the necessary protective actions when an emergency occurs. This paper examines more closely a newly developed approach to flood risk communication that takes the heterogeneity of citizens into account and aims to close this gap. The heterogeneity is analysed on the meso level regarding differences in residential situation as well as on the micro level with respect to risk perception and protective actions. Using the city of Bremen as a case study, empirical data from n=831 respondents were used to identify Action Types representing different states of readiness for protective actions in view of flood risks. These subpopulations can be provided with specific information to meet their heterogeneous needs for risk communication. A prototype of a computer-based information system is described that can produce and pass on such tailored information. However, such an approach to risk communication has to be complemented by meso level analysis which takes the social diversity of subpopulations into account. Social vulnerability is the crucial concept for understanding the distribution of resources and capacities among different social groups. We therefore recommend putting forums and organisations into place that can mediate between the state and its citizens.

scholarly journals Risk communication and trust in decision-maker action: a case study of the Giant Mine Remediation Plan

2013 ◽  
Vol 72 (1) ◽  
pp. 21184 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cynthia G. Jardine ◽  
Laura Banfield ◽  
S. Michelle Driedger ◽  
Christopher M. Furgal
Keyword(s):  
Risk Communication ◽  
Decision Maker ◽  
Mine Remediation ◽  
Remediation Plan

South Korea’s “Glocal” Hero: The Hiddink Syndrome and the Rearticulation of National Citizenship and Identity

2007 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 283-301 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nammi Lee ◽  
Steven J. Jackson ◽  
Keunmo Lee
Keyword(s):  
21St Century ◽  
Global Economy ◽  
World Cup ◽  
Cultural Changes ◽  
Korean Society ◽  
Coaching Strategies ◽  
National Citizenship ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
The Relationship

This study examines how one sporting figure came to signify fundamental shifts in Korean society at the beginning of the 21st century—a time when Korean society was destabilized and seeking to reposition itself within the global economy. Guus Hiddink, a Dutch-born soccer coach, is credited with helping Korea attain its highest-ever ranking at the 2002 World Cup. Sporting achievements aside, Hiddink’s role as a foreigner and national Korean hero presents a unique and unprecedented case study of the relationship between globalization, nationalism, and neoliberal citizenship. Hiddink was the first foreigner ever to be awarded honorary national citizenship. Furthermore, his general coaching strategies and philosophies assumed a mantralike quality, popularly referred to as the Hiddink syndrome, that influenced wider cultural changes with respect to economics, politics, education, and the very definition of national citizenship and identity.

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