As some may know, I'm a freshman at UMiami and majoring in Sport Administration. Well, I am just about to wrap up my first semester and my Sport Management class with a 5-7 minute PowerPoint presentation about a topic in sports. One group did racism, another the BCS, and another (with a couple baseball and football players) doing Violence in Sports. The group I am in is doing 'Education in Sports.' Well I didn't choose it, nor could I think of anything better, so I've got to think of material to talk about. This is where y'all come in. What should we focus on? What materials should we use? Any good examples of controversy or whatever? I'm afraid this topic is just well too broad. I'd rather do another topic, but can't think of anything that would be good. My grade isn't spectacualr because it's really more af a business-like taught class and the exam questions are unusually random. Any topics, suggestions or ideas would be more than welcome, or if anyone has questions just ask. Thanks!
Not sure if these will help or not? Maybe: Sportsmanship, Learning to overcome adversity, commitment, stuff such as that? I could be completely wrong, but those are some stuff you learn to do when you play sports.
If you can look at this on an NBA level...why not look at the educational program that the NBA implements that help get rookies ready for the jump into the NBA lifestyle. I know they try to educate the rookies about the pitfalls that they need to try to avoid (i.e. loose women, leeches, etc.). They also try hard to help with financial management (at all levels). I know in the NCAA they usually have detailed sessions about gambling. They try to educate the athletes about who to look out for and how to stay out of dangerous situations. I believe that there is a significant amount of information available at the NCAA's website.
From my experience doing presentationss, some ponters: Add a blank slide at the beginning of your presentation with NOTHING on it, only the template background... this sort of welcomes the audience knowing what your presentation will be about. Have the projector ON before they come in the room. Make sure you test and retest your technology (projector, screen, mouse, keyboard, etc.) slides and their transitions. Have some classical music or related tunes. And don't use PowerPoint as a word processor writing long paragraphs as bulleted items. Don't read from the slides. Don't sound monotone. Print speaker slides and give them handouts. Don't let THEM label you a FRESHMAN. Only YOU should know that. Good luck, mr.mooch!
Good call guys! I love the ideas and suggestions. I think one thing I will focus on is college athletes and the debate over whether they should get paid or not. I might even make it "interactive" by quickly referring to one of the athletes in the class regarding something like whether they think they should be labeled student-athletes or "athlete-students." Thanks again for the suggestions!
Also, touch on how important a college education is and why we shouldn't answer: "Integrity? I don't know how to spell that" when we graduate from a university. I bet Artest's alma matter is so proud of him now.
Mr. Mooch- why don't you research the decision Vince Carter made several years ago to go to his UNC graduation when the Raptors were in the playoffs? Don't know how it directly relates to your topic, but it certainly was a big story then. Also, you might want to address those athletes that skip college for the pros.
I definitely plan to spend time on those that skip or leave college early and then lead into programs developed for the young athletes sponsored by the NBA, NFL, etc that are designed for their betterment, I really like the idea about Vince Carter because it was at such unusual timing. I might include Shaq at LSU because I've got a good picture with him I could use and it would help to relate to the Heat fans, although not as strong of a point with Carter. Here's a question; what don't I want to include? Thanks!
Another suggestion: For the past several years, certain MLB teams have had "Academies" where they teach Latin players English. I would assume they also teach them basic transitional issues. I think the Dodgers were the first team to implement this sort of program. Just a thought. I did a presentation a few weeks ago on Sports Marketing for a buyer behavior course. I touched on the Mitchell & Ness explosion a few years ago and its link to fashion and hip-hop. Also talked about Nike and their marketing strategies. I was able to show some Nike commercials, as well. That was a good visual aid.
