Examined Sport: Peter Arnold, “Three Approaches Toward an Understanding of Sportsmanship”

Peter Arnold’s 1984 article “Three Approaches Toward an Understanding of Sportsmanship” looks at sportsmanship as a social union, as the promotion of pleasure, and as a form of altruism. Arnold also criticizes James Keating’s view of sportsmanship that was discussed in a previous episode.

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Related Links and Information:

• Peter Arnold, “Three Approaches Toward an Understanding of Sportsmanship,” Journal of the Philosophy of Sport, vol. 10, 1984, pp 61-70.
• James W. Keating, “Sportsmanship as a Moral Category,” Ethics, vol. 75, no. 1, 1964, pp 25-35.
• Examined Sport: James Keating: Sportsmanship

Opening and Closing Musical Credits:

• “Slow Ska Game Loop” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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