Sports Studies R184 Topic 3-Lesson Slides

This resource supports the delivery of Topic 3 in Sports Studies, focusing on the process and impact of hosting major sporting events. It is designed to guide students through the pre-event, during-event, and post-event stages, helping them develop a full understanding of how large-scale sporting events are planned, delivered, and evaluated.

The slides introduce students to the three types of sporting events (regular, one-off, and regular recurring) and provide opportunities to apply this knowledge through classification and research tasks. Learners then explore the bidding process, including the requirements for a successful bid and the associated benefits and risks.

Students examine how host cities prepare through infrastructure development, considering transport, venues, and accommodation, alongside financial costs and social impacts. The resource also covers global investment and employment opportunities, encouraging students to evaluate both positive outcomes and potential drawbacks such as public opposition and financial risk.

During the event, the resource highlights key areas such as tourism, media coverage, national pride, and economic activity, as well as challenges including congestion, security risks, and negative media attention. Post-event content focuses on legacy, including increased participation in sport, improved facilities, and long-term economic effects, while also addressing issues like unused venues and financial loss.

Interactive elements such as Do Now tasks, exam-style questions, case studies (e.g. London 2012 Olympics), and a ‘create your own bid’ activity are included to promote engagement, critical thinking, and application of knowledge.

Overall, this resource aims to develop students’ ability to describe, explain, and evaluate the impacts of hosting major sporting events, preparing them for assessment in the Sports Studies course.