Old Myths Die Hard
Old Myths Die Hard
One of the most disturbing trends in American sports is the increasing frequency and severity of violence. Many authorities in the field of violence prevention believe that the increasing acceptance of violence in sports creates a cultural climate that “spills over” and translates into greater violence in society.
Dr. Walker said, “Old myths die hard. North American hockey jerseys teams that play with more violence continue to lose in international competition against European teams that play with more finesse.”