The document discusses how socio-cultural factors influenced the development of sports in Britain. Prior to public schools, games were unorganized mob games with few rules. Public schools developed organized team sports with standardized rules and an emphasis on discipline, leadership, and fair play. Sports such as football, rugby, and cricket emerged from these schools and spread among the upper and middle classes through universities and social networks. The codification of sports rules and the growth of governing bodies further professionalized sports in Britain.

1. Socio – Cultural and Historical Effects on Participation in Physical Activity Mr Bradburne

8. Thomas Arnold (1795 – 1842) Headmaster of Rugby School 1828 - 1842 Encouraging sporting conduct Development of leadership skills Reduction of Capital punishment Giving 6 th form Responsibility Introduction of spectatorism to sport Good Organisation Wearing of a specialised Games kit Influences of Thomas Arnold on sport at Rugby School