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Native American Mascot Images in Sports

Native American Mascot Images in Sports. www. native village.org/.../ Mascots 2.ppt. Problems:. The dominant group is using a subordinate group’s ethnicity for their own entertainment Images negatively misrepresent an entire race of people in mainstream media.

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Native American Mascot Images in Sports

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  1. Native American Mascot Images in Sports www.nativevillage.org/.../Mascots2.ppt

  2. Problems: • The dominant group is using a subordinate group’s ethnicity for their own entertainment • Images negatively misrepresent an entire race of people in mainstream media Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  3. The Problem is Widespread Eight of the ten most common nicknames for college sports teams are animals, by implication classifying Native Americans as such 1. Eagles  2. Tigers  3. Cougars  4. Bulldogs5. Warriors  6. Lions  7. Panthers8. Indians  9. Wildcats10. Bears Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  4. Native Mascots Have Many Forms • Warriors • Indians • Apaches • Fighting Sioux • Fighting Illini • Chiefs • Chieftains • Braves • Redskins • Redmen • Tomahawks • Savages Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  5. Symbolic Meanings Attached to Racist Images in Sports Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  6. Symbolism #1 These images are Acceptable Everywhere Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  7. Symbolism #2 People Don’t See the Difference Q. What's wrong with Indian mascots? They honor Indians... …don't they? A.  Would it be OK paint your face black, wear an afro wig and prance around the football field trying to imitate your perceptions of black people? Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  8. Symbolism #3 Historical Meaning The word Redskin derived from the practice ofskinning Indians for easy transport when collecting bounty Consider this in terms of Jews and the Holocaust …no one would choose a sports team’s name using this context Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  9. Example of Historical Meaning: "Chief Osceola" was killed under a flag of truce His severed head was then kept in a medical museum for 30 years To native people, the logo of Florida State University is seen as a present day representation of that severed head Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  10. Discussion about Sociological Effects Caused by Images Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  11. Argument #1 Sociological Meanings of Images • Distorts Native American children's' cultural perceptions of themselves • Shapes non-Indian attitudes • Diminishes Native culture • Hurts • Stereotypes • Dehumanizes Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  12. Video Clip: In Whose Honor? Argument #2 It Affects Self Identity Embarrassment Sadness Anger Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  13. Argument #3 - It Affects Native Religions Feathers, paint & dances are all part of their religious imagery By using objects considered sacred by Native people for sports events, in this land based on religious freedom, it mocks the religion itself Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  14. Argument #4 - Religious Mimicking is offensive: Q. Shouldn't we then protest the New Orleans Saints because they are offensive to Christians? A. No. They are not selling toy crucifixes as souvenirs and a little mascot dressed as the Pope doesn’t run around Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  15. Argument #5 Violent References in the Media • "Cowboys finish off Redskins“ • “Kill the Indians” shouted by opposing teams • “Cougars scalp Sioux 31-24" • “Orioles gun down Indians” “Creative” sports writers use metaphors with historically negative implications for/about Native Americans; i.e., these acts actually occurred. Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  16. Argument #6 - Intentionally or Unintentionally, Native Mascot Images are Negative "We don't view it as looking down on their race..." - Athletic director, Ohio H.S. which has an "Indian head" doormat in the hallway. What are the implications about proper respect when the symbol is in a doormat? Do these arguments reflect Hypersensitivity among Native Americans or Lack of sensitivity by others? (What would Christian reaction be to a “Jesus” doormat?) Benedictine University http://www.nativevillage.org/.../Masco ts2.ppt

  17. Now that you have viewed the Native American Mascots slides reflect on the information presented • What are your thoughts, opinion, what you learned, what surprised you, connections to your classroom or life experiences? • This topic can be a more heated discussion with people feeling strongly one way or another • It is also an eye opener for many…a new perspective for many Native American Mascots Benedictine University

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