guide , rather than judges and executioners . He then raised the status of the sixth form , increased their powers of discipline , and in return required them to be positive role models and his ‘ police force ’ around the school . The sixth formers became the link between masters and boys .
Roles of team games in preparing public schoolboys for leadership � Teamwork / loyalty to a team � Captains in sport then captain in industry � Making decisions � Organisational experience through committees � Testing / developing courage / bravery
His Idea of Muscular Christianity
� The combination of godliness and manliness : The belief in having a strong and fit body to match a robust and healthy soul .
The ‘ Cult ’ of Athleticism
� Symbols of athleticism in the the late 19th century English public schools included : – mellowed buildings that were more aesthetically welcoming than previous harsh
school buildings , – Magnificent fields to play games on , – The wearing of caps ,
– The awarding of colours to worthy recipients ,
� Rules were readily adhered to , with fair play and sportsmanship of key importance in developing ' rounded ' gentlemen .
� Links to Muscular Christianity were developed - Win gracefully or lose with honour and bravery
� Athleticism combined physical endeavour with moral integrity
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