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Patriarchy in disguise: reproducing male hegemony through the Ninja TV competition
ABSTRACT This study examines how the Israeli adaptation of Ninja Warrior reinforces hegemonic masculinity while adopting elements of new masculinities. Through a thematic analysis of 30 episodes, the research reveals how the show glorifies male physical superiority, integrates militaristic imagery, and subtly reproduces male dominance under the guise of inclusivity.
The Effect of Technical Fouls on Momentum Change in Basketball: A Comparison of Regular Season vs. Playoffs in the NBA
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The Effect of Technical Fouls on Momentum Change in Basketball: A Comparison of Regular Season vs. Playoffs in the NBA
Submitted: 25 February 2025 You are already at the latest version Spanning two decades (2000–2021), this study delves into how TF-induced momentum shifts differ between regular season and playoff matchups, factoring in home-court advantage and team score status at the time of the call. Analyzing 4,196 cases of TFs called against coaches, we employ big data analytics to uncover distinct patterns in momentum shifts and their strategic implications.
Technical Fouls Effect on Momentum Change: Does the Season (Regular vs. Playoffs) Matter?
Preprint Article Version 1 This version is not peer-reviewed Version 1 : Received: 11 September 2024 / Approved: 11 September 2024 / Online: 13 September 2024 (04:15:48 CEST) Tenenbaum, G.; K. Maymon, Y.; Ben-Zion, T.; Lev, A. Technical Fouls Effect on Momentum Change: Does the Season (Regular vs. Playoffs) Matter?. Preprints 2024, 2024090941. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202409.0941.v1 Tenenbaum, G.; K. Maymon, Y.; Ben-Zion, T.; Lev, A.
Coaches’ Mind Games: Harnessing Technical Fouls for Psychological Momentum in Basketball
1. Introduction In the realm of competitive basketball, the dynamics on the court extend beyond the physical skills of players and the rules of the game. They encompass a complex interplay of social interactions, strategies, and symbolic gestures that come together in an emotionally charged performance. In this reality, basketball coaches are central actors, influencing the course of the game through their actions and interactions.
Deconstructing celebratory acts following goal scoring among elite professional football players
Loading metrics Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Assaf Lev , Yair Galily , Omer Eldadi, Gershon Tenenbaum Assaf Lev, Yair Galily, Omer Eldadi, Gershon Tenenbaum Published: September 16, 2020 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0238702 Figures Abstract Goal celebration in sport is mostly spontaneous and is manifested via vocal expressions and bodily gestures aimed at communicating emotions.
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