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Question by XxHollister09xX: I need some graphs/pictures or data that proves that cheerleading is a sport?
I’m doing a persuasive speech tomorrow that requires three visuals on how cheerleading is a sport. Are there any graphs or data out there that proves that cheerleading is a sport? Please and Thanks! 10 points!
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Answer by Llysh
i dont think there are, no offense but not a lot of people think it is a sport, the only reason i do is because it builds muscle. I google searched it and i didnt find any…
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Here’s an interesting graph showing how risky cheerleading is (not sure if you can make a reference to a drug at your school though):
http://www.maps.org/news-letters/v16n3-html/cheerleading_ecstasy.html
Again about how dangerous it is… it isn’t a picture but it’s a great article with tons of data…
http://www.livescience.com/health/080811-cheerleading-injuries.html
I wasn’t able to find any great graphs for you, but here’s a way to start your speech… look at the definition of a sport:
“an activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others for entertainment” -Oxford American Dictionary”
I was never a cheerleader, but I’ve always thought it was ridiculous when people said that it’s not a sport. It is undeniable that cheerleading requires physical exertion and it is a team activity where they compete against others! How can you get any closer to the definition of a “sport”??? If your speech isn’t written up yet, I’d say start it by saying that definition and showing that cheerleading totally follows it.
Good luck!!