Introduction to Sports

1. Chapter 9
Sports: An Introduction
Mr. Anthony F. Balatar Jr.
Subject Instructor

2. Michael Jordan
He is considered by many basketball fanatics
and experts as the greatest basketball player
of all time. But before he reached where he is
right now, he went through one of his life’s
lowest times. He was cut from varsity
basketball team. He pushed himself to be
better by practicing harder to improve his
skills and understand the game better. The
rest is history as he dominated the highest
level of professional basketball and went on
to become a sports icon.

3. TYPES OF SPORTS
Sports is an activity that requires physical action
and skills where individuals or teams compete
under a set of rules. It is classified as individual,
dual, or team sports.
1. Individual sports – are played by one
participant on each competing side.
2. Dual sports – are played by two competing
pairs.
3. Team sports –are played with three or more
players.

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SPORT Individual Dual Team
Badminton
Basketball
Bowling
Boxing
Football
Lawn Tennis
Track and Field
Skating
Softball
Swimming
Volleyball
Beach
Volleyball
Activity:
Classify
the
following
sports
based on
the way
on how
each
being
played.

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SPORT Individual Dual Team
Badminton * *
Basketball *
Bowling * *
Boxing *
Football *
Lawn Tennis * *
Track and Field * *
Skating * *
Softball *
Swimming * *
Volleyball *
Beach
Volleyball
*
Activity:
Classify
the
following
sports
based on
the way
on how
each
being
played.

6. TYPES OF SPORTS
It is necessary to learn the basics of
each sport in order to properly play
the game. Nonetheless,
understanding how the game is
played is more essential. In whichever
sports, the benefits of participating in
a physical activity is the most
significant.

7. DIFFERENCE OF TYPES OF SPORTS
Individual sports foster a higher
amount of discipline, self –
confidence, focus, and passion. The
individual player is solely responsible
for winning or losing, succeeding or
failing.

8. DIFFERENCE OF TYPES OF SPORTS
In team sports, many variables are
considered to determine the success
or failure of the team. Although
individual qualities and skills are
helpful, performance will not rely on a
single talent. A team’s performance or
success depends on the collective
effort of all its players.

9. IMPORTANT ASPECTS TO CONSIDER
IN LEARNING A SPORT
1.History – the inventor of the sport, country of
origin, and development of the game.
2.Court Dimensions/Venue – where the games
are played, size, different designs for male
and female, and safety procedures for the
players.
3.Equipment and Gear – proper protective
gears, uniforms, and outfits which also
involve safety of players and the officials.

10. IMPORTANT ASPECTS TO CONSIDER
IN LEARNING A SPORT
4.Technical and Tactical Skills – basic skills of
the game (technical), strategies to take
advantage during the game (tactical).
5.Rules of the Game – set of rules on how the
game is played, violations, penalties, how to
score points, how many players are allowed, etc.
6.Officiating – officials of the game, their duties
and responsibilities of calling for violations,
penalties, points, etc. and regulating fair play.

11. TECHNICAL AND TACTICAL SKILLS IN
PLAYING SPORTS
Technical Skills – these are the basic skills
needed to play the game. It advances in degrees
or levels as a player practices or gets used to
doing the skill.
Tactical Skills – these are the decision making
skills or strategies used in different situations
during the game. These may vary depending on
the trainer or coach, skill level of an athlete, or
the strength and weakness of the opposing team.

12. CHOOSING A SPORT
Guidelines In Choosing Sports Preferences:
Weather extremities for an outdoor sports
activity.
Enjoyment derived from the activity.
Previous activities tried and enjoyed.
Financial capacity or budget.
State of health and level of fitness.
Other activities that will give motivation.

13. Types of Physical Fitness and its Components
A. Health – Related Fitness Components:
Aerobic Capacity/Cardiovascular Endurance
Muscular Strength
Muscular Endurance
Flexibility
Body Composition

14. Types of Physical Fitness and its Components
B. Skill – Related Fitness Components:
Agility
Balance
Coordination
Reaction Time
Speed
Power

15. Safety Measures to Avoid Unnecessary Injuries
in Playing Games or Sports
Safety Equipment – use appropriate gears
Hydration – keep the body hydrated
Perform moderate – intensity physical
activity – during regular basis
Weather Conditions – wear appropriate
clothes for the weather.

16. Individual Activity #1
Make a research at least three (3) sports in each
type (individual, dual, and team). Look for the
important aspects to consider in learning your
chosen sport. Use the table below as your guide.
Name of Sport
Type of Sport
 History
 Court Dimension
 Equipment and Gear
 Technical Skills
 Tactical Skills
 Rules of the Game
 Officiating

17. Individual Activity #2
Using your 20 friends in social media (FB,
Twitter, etc.), make a survey on how do
they consider in choosing sports
preference. Please include other
demographic data (age, citizenship,
religion, etc.) that may affect in choosing
sports preference. Make a conclusion and
interpretation of the result.

18. Individual Activity #3
Using your favorite sport, explain a specific
skill that may apply the following physical
fitness components:
A.Health-Related Components
Aerobic Capacity/Cardiovascular Endurance
Muscular Strength
Muscular Endurance
Flexibility
Body Composition

19. Individual Activity #3
Using your favorite sport, explain a specific
skill that may apply the following physical
fitness components:
B.Skill-Related Components
Agility
Balance
Coordination
Reaction Time
Speed
Power