PSA against domestic violence. 30 & 60 second spots featuring NFL players and other celebrities.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfto6ZXgt70
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2A691TIXv4o
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIw_7mywJfM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elC3MTbJWgU
The No More website: http://nomore.org
http://nomore.org/take-action/preventviolence/
22Nov14 Background to the Times' investigation of NFL & domestic abuse
http://www.nytimes.com/times-insider/2014/11/21/tackling-the-story-of-domestic-abuse-and-the-n-f-l/?action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=c-column-top-span-region®ion=c-column-top-span-region&WT.nav=c-column-top-span-region&_r=0
17Nov14
Whisked Out of Jail, and Back to the N.F.L. - NYTimes.com
http://mobile.nytimes.com/2014/11/17/sports/football/an-accusation-of-abuse-then-special-treatment-for-nfl-player.html?referrer=
17Nov14
Florida State Football Player Gets a Break in Hit-and-Run Incident - The Chronicle of Higher Education
http://chronicle.com/blogs/ticker/jp/florida-state-football-player-gets-a-break-in-hit-and-run-incident?cid=at&utm_source=at&utm_medium=en
Rare Survey Examines Sexual Assault at M.I.T. - NYTimes.com
Background info to make sense out of some of the sexual assault in athletics.
Karlos Williams, Florida State’s Top Rusher, Is Accused of Domestic Abuse - NYTimes.com
NYTimes: Biggest Test for U.S. Goalkeeper May Come Off the Field
Some thorny questions remain for U.S. goalkeeper Hope
Solo before next summer’s Women’s World Cup in Canada.
I honestly just do not understand what is going through some of these athletes heads. You have all this fame and power and yet they are willing to just throw it out the window. Maybe it is the pressure from being in the spotlight or maybe they think they have all the power in the world... Either way they are throwing the careers into jeopardy because of the mistakes they have made.
ReplyDeleteOn another note the survey, top link, seems to me like we may not be getting the entire picture. The surveyors state, "that among undergraduate that relpy...", this to me suggests that most of the sexual assaults are not being reported. One, no one wants to say that they have been sexually assaulted, it takes a lot of courage (especially for men) to say this. I do not believe that we are getting the whole picture and the reasons for why we are seeing more and more of these cases is because people are starting to come out about it.
I agree with Nick. I honestly don't understand what is going through these athletes heads. I don't understand why anyone would think that any type of abuse is okay or tolerated. Just because they are famous or athletes doesn't mean they can get away with it. They still have to pay the consequences. Makes me wonder what moral views they hold.
DeleteI agree with Nick in that I think these athletes believe they have power. The power to commit a serious crime and then get out of it. Whether the crime be brushed under the table or them be able to use their money to hire the best attorneys and get themselves out of the situation by being not guilty. Athletes mistakes are constantly not being reported or only part of the story being told. This is wrong, just because of their athletic abilities does not mean they should not be held to the same standards as all other citizens.
DeleteI must say reading the Hope Solo case was extremely reassuring. Now while I don't know if she is guilty or not, I think the way her team is responding is great. I especially loved this part...“U.S. Soccer needs to send the right message,” Loyden wrote. “They need to communicate that domestic violence is never O.K. and that it will not be tolerated.” Reading that gave me hope that our society isn't going down the drain. Another player also stated that consequences have actions, which is true. Even if she is a good player, she made a serious mistake that needs to be taken care of. Even she didn't do it and isn't guilty, then her team still has her back. Overall, however this situation plays out, I think US soccer will handle it correctly.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Nicci, Hope Solo's teammates did the right thing by standing up for what is right and not letting their teammate slide by while they continue to break the laws of society. I think the US soccer team has will definitely be very cautious how they handle the situation considering the amount of time abuse has been in the media especially coming from professional athletes.
DeleteProfessional athletes seem to have the notion that they are invincible. Who knows how many other professional athletes are involved in these types of situations but word never makes it out. It is sad that these top profile athletes, many of whom are role models for millions of children around the globe, make such bad decisions. In these situations, removing themselves would be the wisest choice in order to keep their star studded reputation and clean slate. While not one is perfect and yes tempers flare in certain situations, Hope should have realized that her actions have immense effect on the welfare of her reputation and career. You have to stay under control. As for the athletes who are accused of sexual assualt, its hard to say. These athletes should know better and know that no means no. While we hope that no one would ever cross the line and sexually assault or rape someone it happens and is very unfortunate. Sometimes victims or those that "fooled around" with the athletes make false claims of sexual assault in order to be in the spotlight and possibly be rewarded with money in some cases. Everyone needs to respect and understand what the other person is feeling. If they don't want to continue engaging in such acts then you must stop. Some people don't however and it is incredibly wrong and morally sick.
ReplyDeleteJake makes a few excellent points here. Athletes need to realize when they commit such an act that it is going to have an effect on the athletes reputation for years to come. When people look back on Hope Solo's career they are going to see all of the accomplishments that she earned but the one thing that people are never going to forget is the time she was involved in a domestic violence case. Athletes also need to be aware of false claims just like Jake mentioned. Athletes need to pay close attention to who they hang around with. It is very easy for a women or even a male to create a story that accuses an athlete for sexual assault just to try to get attention or even money. This could potentially diminish an athletes reputation forever.
DeleteYou're right Tyler, Many make people make false claims with the hopes of gaining notoriety or money in which they have no concern or remorse for the potential downfall of the athlete's reputation and well-being which is just as wrong as committing a sexual assault act in itself.
DeleteI think the reason why some athletes act out is that up until this point they received everything they wanted no body told them no. They are now having to learn that they cannot have everything and some throw temper tantrums or just act stupid.Some thing they can still come away from breaking the rules because they believe they are above the law. It is time that the people who are in charge of the professional team to crack down on the illegal acts of the players and hold them criminally liable.
ReplyDeleteMy opinion, the male athletes involved in recent domestic violence situations are a result from being handed everything and getting away with indiscretions in the past. They continue to expect this type of forgiveness at all levels of their lives. Discipline is a key factor to athletes on the field; but, this needs to be applied to their off the field lives as well.
ReplyDeleteYes like Blake said these athletes have not been properly disciplined and gotten away with anything in the past. Its time for them to become mature and realize they will not get everything in life they want. Its all part of growing up and doing the right thing.
DeleteI agree Blake, if someone does something wrong time and time again and get nothing more than a slap on the wrist, what is there to make them stop. too many times today we see these athletes get away with crimes that would land anyone of in jail, but because they are a household name they have a longer leash.
DeleteAfter taking a look at all of these articles I find it really disturbing and am left with a lot of unanswered questions. I can't come to grasp the fact that these athletes are still continuing to get away with such violent acts like these. Why do these athletes continue to act the way they do when they know that the spotlight is always on them? From an athletes perspective such as myself, It really makes me think that these athletes are taking their opportunity for granted almost. Is it really that hard to be a positive role model as an athlete and to do the right thing on a consistent bases? If I had the same opportunities that a lot of these athletes have, you best believe I would be making the most of it.
ReplyDeleteYes, with everything they have how are they risking everything when someone tells them no? Its sad that they view what they have as something taken for granted or they wouldn't place themselves in those situations in the first place.
DeleteI think the athletes aren't used being told no. Their whole life they are getting away with things and never told no. If someone was never told no then it would be difficult to heat someone tell them that later on. They are for sure taking their opportunity for granted and will realize that one day when its too late. About the positive role model; i believe that the media is at some fault with this. I feel as media focuses more on the bad situations just to get the story, rather than focusing on positive role models.
DeleteI did my final paper on this subject in the NFL. What I found out was teams do not really care what happens off the field or court. As long as the player performs and makes the money for the team. As long as the coach and others like the commissioners in each sport don’t do more to the players then a slap on their hand then domestic violence among athletics will never stop. Money is the root to the problem. The more money involved the more domestic violence will happen without anything happening to the player.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Travis, unfortunately I feel like money is becoming everything in society, no matter how smart you are or how much of a punk and irresponsible person is, if they have money they can get away with it. This can apply to celebrities, athletes and politicians; really anyone who makes enough money to be recognized. In college sports, it seems like the kids who are seen as going pro also get off easy, since they bring their college team so much, which in return helps ticket sales and people watching the team. But I also feel like turning the tide and holding everyone equally accountable for their actions is going to be just as difficult as integrating sports for ethnicity and gender. It has been too much a part of accepted society, and it will take time for athletes to develop into better role models. With more and more social media and media coverage on every little incident, it will be hard for athletes to get away with anything in the future, so hopefully the tide begins changing.
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