Sport

In Switzerland, sports significantly impact economic, political, health, and cultural aspects, shedding light on the unique dynamics of modernity. The “La Fabrique des sports nationaux” project, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation from 2019 to 2023, aims to explore the origins and early development of sports in Switzerland between 1860 and 1930. Focusing on cycling, gymnastics, football, shooting, and …

This study examines aggression in soccer school programs in Quebec (U12 to U18), focusing on verbal and physical intimidation and violence. Surveying 609 elite players aged 12 to 17, the prevalence of aggression increases with age, plateauing after 14-15 years, except for verbal intimidation witnessed, which continues to rise. Players predominantly identify as witnesses, followed by victims and bullies. Significant …

This research investigates the factors contributing to the frequent discrepancies between the performance of individuals within organizations and their corresponding salaries. The study particularly focuses on situations where actors or employees serve as highly visible representatives of their organizations. We propose that two intangible assets, namely celebrity and status, may influence the strength of the connection between individual performance and …