A Thematic Analysis of Spectator Violence at Sporting Events in North America |
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| Authors: | Steven Block Eric Lesneskie |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT, USA;2. Department of Sociology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, PA, USA |
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| Abstract: | This study examines aggravating and mitigating circumstances surrounding spectator fights at stadiums and arenas in North America. Data were collected utilizing a sample of video recordings posted to a popular video-sharing website. A thematic analysis of the data reveals several influences including the role of team allegiances, alcohol use, security presence, and bystander behavior. Potential preventive and reactive interventions to discourage violence in this setting are discussed and evaluated. |
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