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Reply to each of my peers I list below. It could be simple but keep it relevant. 
What Did You Learn (Chapters 1-6, Unit 1)?
Reply from Marco Lopez
Chapter 1: Critical thinking is not simply thinking, negative thinking, or creative thinking. This key concept really stuck with me because it shows a deeper level of thinking in which you really have to devote your time and efforts in order to find a solution. 
Chapter 2: Ethical decision making was a huge concept because I really liked the fact that people made decisions based on their beliefs and what they thought was right or wrong in certain situations. 
Chapter 3: Organizational strategies like identifying goals and objectives. I personally think that a big part of success comes from having clean goals and little by little reaching them. Objectives play a huge part as well because it’s usually never an easy path to reach your goals, and you will be tested along the way with multiple objectives. 
Chapter 4: Leadership was a key concept that stood out to me because in every sport there are leaders. The concept of leadership is so intriguing because every leader has their method of success, and although sometimes they are questionable methods, they work. 
Chapter 5: Sexism in a sport really stood out to me because to this day, we have certain sports in which female competitors are very rare even though they would like to participate. That is because the “norm” is for all males to play which I feel like is unfair. 
Chapter 6: Gathering information really stood out to me because it plays a huge part in managerial skills. Managers should make decisions based off certain things like players attitude, how they work with teammates, and how they perform in certain situations. 
Reply from Chase Grosfeld
Chapter 1:
– The concept of sport management being multifaceted and encompassing various disciplines such as marketing, finance, and human resources management was an “a-ha moment” for me.
– Understanding the historical evolution of sport management and how it has grown into a distinct field was enlightening.
Chapter 2:
– Learning about the different types of sport organizations, including professional, amateur, and recreational, made me realize the diversity within the sports industry.
– Understanding the significance of governance structures in sport organizations and their impact on decision-making processes was eye-opening.
Chapter 3:
– Exploring the role of leadership in sport organizations and how effective leadership can drive success was insightful.
– Understanding the importance of organizational culture and its influence on employee behavior and performance was a key takeaway for me.
Chapter 4:
– Learning about the various functions of management, including planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling, provided a comprehensive understanding of managerial roles in sport organizations.
– Understanding the difference between managers and leaders and how they complement each other in achieving organizational goals was a valuable insight.
Chapter 5:
– Exploring the principles of organizational behavior and how they apply to sport organizations helped me understand the dynamics of employee behavior and motivation.
– Learning about the importance of diversity and inclusion in sport organizations and how they contribute to organizational effectiveness was an important takeaway.
Chapter 6:
– Understanding the principles of strategic management in sport organizations and how they contribute to long-term success was a significant learning point.
– Learning about the process of strategic planning and how it helps organizations align their resources with their goals was enlightening.
4 Aspects of Professional Sport
Reply from Oscar Avalos
Professional sports differ from other industries in several ways:
1.  Labor Management relations: regulates contracts of athletes, coaches, and other faculty members and ensures they are being treated fairly   
Emphasis on Performance and Interdependence: Success in professional sports is highly dependent on individual and team performance, with tangible outcomes such as wins, losses, and statistics. In professional sports, teams and players are competitors on the field but rely on each other to sustain the league or sport. This interdependence means that while teams compete, they must also cooperate to maintain the integrity and viability of the league, through agreements on rules, schedules, and revenue sharing.
Shorter Career Lifespan and Free Agency: Athletes typically have limited years to compete at a high level due to physical demands, making career longevity shorter than in many other professions. Because of short careers the creation of free agency gives every team an opportunity to develop and grow with other clubs or franchises. This allows rebuilding teams and restructuring contracts.
Athlete Branding and Endorsements: Professional athletes often build personal brands that attract lucrative endorsement deals, leveraging their fame and influence beyond their sporting careers. With endorsements, this gives the leagues and teams profit and gain coverage towards the club or franchise. 
Reply from Walter Pinto
The 4 main aspects of professional sport that make it unique to other industries are it’s marketing, financial structures, careers involved, and sport as a social institution. In what other industry can the careers of so many be affected by immediate results that are ultimately out of your control. Sure a coaching staff can condition you to become faster and stronger, and build on your technique, but ultimately the results of a few athletes can make or break a season. Your facing other teams that are also on top of their game, and losing isn’t necessarily down to a lack of preparation. It’s due to a number of tangibles and non-tangibles, something even as luck on a single shot, basket or touchdown can change the face of an organization over night. Specifically in football, you will notice how hard it is to maintain a managing position for more than a season.