aggression

define aggression

The intent to harm outside the laws of the sports event

define instinct aggression

aggression is a natural response

what are possible motivations for instinct aggression

harm an opponent

disrupt cohesion within a team 

define channelled aggression

Forceful behaviour within the laws of the game used to complete skills

successfully

what is the frustration aggression hypothesis

frustration will always lead to aggression because any blocking of goals that an individual is trying to reach increases that individual’s drive

what occurs after aggression is initiated

cathartic release of frustration

what is the aggressive cue hypothesis

If aggression is going to occur then certain stimuli must be

present which the athlete would associate with being aggressive