The introduction of the airplane has made globalization of world sport a reality. With travel time cut down drastically, moving from one continent to another is now just a matter of hours. With multinationals along with governments and sports bodies lending a helping hand, movement of sports persons from one country to another is no longer the challenge that it was. Sports departments and associations are now able to organize world tournaments more frequently and confidently being sure of the participation of people from different parts of the globe.
The International Sports Scene
People take part in a sports event in the hopes of winning an award and going home with the trophies. The presence of the trophy in sports events has led to the creation of a whole new world of sports associations consisting of chairpersons, an administrative body, and then of course the coaches and players. Due to the prestige associated with international awards, top players in any field can continue their careers as coaches, sports commentators, or as members of sports associations. The experience they bring in is unparalleled in the creation of the next generation of players and hopefully winners of international awards.
The Beginning
Like in all competitions, the winning of the trophy is the culmination of years of focus, sacrifice, and a lot of struggle. In the Little Leagues, all participants are given gifts to encourage their participation including the cheering squads. However, once the champions and the promising players have been identified, the whole focus shifts initially to national awards and then towards the international ones.
Popular Trophies
Every sport is identified by the top trophy given to the players. So in cricket we have the World Cup and the Ashes. Davis Cup and Wimbledon are synonymous with tennis. The Europeans Champions Cup and the World Cup brings to mind screaming, excited football fans. The Olympics, the Summer and Winter Games, held once in 4 years is the meeting point of all the little events popular in different parts of the globe, which by itself cannot attract a good enough number of spectators to make organizing it viable. The Paralympic Games are also organized by the International Olympic Committee to allow the participation of physically disabled participants. The gifts and awards won by the participants in the Olympics can determine the course of their future. Jobs and endorsements that come their way after the wins can be the basis of a secure future.
The International Sports Scene
People take part in a sports event in the hopes of winning an award and going home with the trophies. The presence of the trophy in sports events has led to the creation of a whole new world of sports associations consisting of chairpersons, an administrative body, and then of course the coaches and players. Due to the prestige associated with international awards, top players in any field can continue their careers as coaches, sports commentators, or as members of sports associations. The experience they bring in is unparalleled in the creation of the next generation of players and hopefully winners of international awards.
The Beginning
Like in all competitions, the winning of the trophy is the culmination of years of focus, sacrifice, and a lot of struggle. In the Little Leagues, all participants are given gifts to encourage their participation including the cheering squads. However, once the champions and the promising players have been identified, the whole focus shifts initially to national awards and then towards the international ones.
Popular Trophies
Every sport is identified by the top trophy given to the players. So in cricket we have the World Cup and the Ashes. Davis Cup and Wimbledon are synonymous with tennis. The Europeans Champions Cup and the World Cup brings to mind screaming, excited football fans. The Olympics, the Summer and Winter Games, held once in 4 years is the meeting point of all the little events popular in different parts of the globe, which by itself cannot attract a good enough number of spectators to make organizing it viable. The Paralympic Games are also organized by the International Olympic Committee to allow the participation of physically disabled participants. The gifts and awards won by the participants in the Olympics can determine the course of their future. Jobs and endorsements that come their way after the wins can be the basis of a secure future.
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