Sports and Socialization: Who Plays Sport and What Happens to Them

On February 9, 2016 in American Sport in the 21^st Century we talked about sports and socialization. More importantly we talked about athletes as role models. During the 20^th century is when athletes started viewing being a role model as a part of their job. Some qualities good role models should have are good sportsmanship, determination, commitment and honesty.

When it comes to MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fighter Conor McGregor, people have mixed feelings about him. Some people say he is cocky, but others say it is just confidence. The reasoning for people calling him cocky is because he shows pride in his success, but it is not cockiness if you can back it up, which he has done. McGregor has become infamous for his confidence to succeed during fights and interviews. He always shows respect to his opponents in his interviews, even when he loses

Conor McGregor after a victory

which is a very tough thing to do. Sometimes he talks about his opponent before a fight, but any fighter will do that. McGregor can definitely talk the talk and walk the walk. There is some of that confidence in all of us we just do not use it like he does. Most recently he moved up two weight classes for a fight. No one wants to take that chance just because of the difficulty in doing that. McGregor was quoted saying “We’re not here just to take part, we are here to take over,” and that is exactly what he is doing. Even though he lost he did not let that get to him. He said he will get back at it and become stronger from the experience. What he does he says he does it for the fans. McGregor is a great role model for a new generation of Irish and people worldwide.

Conor McGregor again

http://whattheshelll.com/2015/01/29/conor-mcgregor-the-good-the-bad-and-the-notorious/