9781333799588: Athletic Principles and Activities

Synopsis

This book compiles athletic principles and activities used in the Philadelphia Public School System from 1922-1923. It records the evolution of athletics in Philadelphia schools, from its focus on star players to a new emphasis on mass competition and physical education for all students. The author presents valuable historical perspective on the development of the philosophy and practice of athletics in the early 20th century, and provides readers with numerous examples of best practices and resources still relevant to athletics today. Ultimately, the book illustrates how the Philadelphia Public School System molded and popularized an approach to athletics that placed equal importance on sportsmanship, inclusion, and student well-being.

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