Through the Decades: Critical Race Theory and Pathways Forward in Sport Sociology Research
Publication Date
1-1-2023
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Sociology of Sport Journal
Volume
40
Issue
4
DOI
10.1123/ssj.2023-0004
First Page
419
Last Page
431
Abstract
Critical race theory (CRT) is a powerful framework and methodological tool for sport scholars and practitioners to incorporate into their work. While CRT tenets vary depending on discipline, individuals utilizing the framework understand the permanence of racism and how it is institutionalized within various social structures. In honor of the 40th year of the Sociology of Sport Journal, we conducted a review of the journal to assess how CRT has been used among sport sociologists. After reflecting on the 40-year history of Sociology of Sport Journal, we argue for the continued use of CRT and CRT extensions to fulfill the maximum potential of this foundational framework to achieve its goals of emancipation, social justice, and racial equity. We conclude by discussing the future of CRT in sport sociology research and practice in a post "racial reckoning"society, specifically within the U.S. context.
Department
Kinesiology
Recommended Citation
Jonathan E. Howe, Ajhanai C.I. Keaton, Sayvon J.L. Foster, and A. Lamont Williams. "Through the Decades: Critical Race Theory and Pathways Forward in Sport Sociology Research" Sociology of Sport Journal (2023): 419-431. https://doi.org/10.1123/ssj.2023-0004
