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ABSTRACT:
Donnelly has three aims in 'Sport Subcultures'. 1. Initially the author reviews the panorama of research written in the field, from scholarly to journalistic, to fictional writing. Within this framework, sport subcultures are classified by the reviewer as Occupational (eg; professional, nonprofessional athletes, coaches, trainers); Avocational (eg; joggers, little leaguers, etc.); and Deviant (eg; gambling, hooliganism etc.). 2. Because of the looseness of the term 'subculture', Donnelly reviews sociological research which illustrates theoretical problems in the area of study, provides tentative definitions and outlines both British and American subculture theory. 3. Finally, the author notes much of the work provided for sociological examination of subcultures has not emanated from a sociological perspective or methodology. This is not always viewed as deleterious, however more analytical research is called for, and examination beyond the superficial is needed for the majority of sports subcultures as well as the variety of leisure and hobby pastimes. Presents a review of research dealing with sport subculture. Examines the problems of definition and various attempts to develop frameworks, models, and theories of subculture. Includes discussions on occupational subcultures, avocational subcultures, and deviant subcultures. Offers suggestions for the development of future research.
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