Introduction
Remember the Titans is a movie centered on group development. It is about a Virginia football team that fell under the direct effects of racial conquests. In essence, the school was composed of a team that was characterized by those whites and blacks. In this regard, a new coach for the team was in cooperated into the management of the affairs that was pertinent to the affairs of people. Mr. Boone was a black coach who was appointed to replace the incumbent white coach. However, his leadership in the school team could not yield the expected results from the fact that, some members of the Titan group felt that they would be underestimated and Valued at the expense of the black payers. In this case, what was the contesting instance was the position that, the issue of race was largely a contributing factor in the affairs of the game.
For these purposes, a white assistant coach was brought on board so as to center stage so as to administer for the interests of the white players. As seen from the above instances, it can, therefore, be established that, the affairs of the team towards success depended on team work which in that case, was not on a strong positive note that could have effectively propelled success. Therefore, the stages of group development that include, forming, storming, norming, performing and adjourning fall relevant to the affairs of the Titans. On the other hand, the situation that is manifested in the titans represents a contrary of the instance that would be manifested in the case of the hospitality industry.
Section I
The first stage in group development is forming. The stage is characterized by instances of anxiety and lack of a rationality guided by certainties. As it was in the case of the Titans, forming the group was a challenging instance from the fact that, there existed two different groups of people who had different perceptions towards each other. In this case, the white players were not certain in the idea that they were to cross player with the blacks. The contrary in this case is also true. It followed that, the cultural values and aspects that were embrace by the two different races made it rather impossible for the facilitation of this initial stage in any group formation and development. In the case of the Titans, this instance was abetted by the creation of the position of assistant team leader who in that case was a white. In essence, the move was a creative way of solving the preliminary problems that had engulfed the team at this very fundamental stage. As a result, change in ideas and attitude was manifested in the deliberations that center staged on the Titans football team. After the embrace and the appreciation of these values, a cogent team was formed.
The second stage in group development is centered on, storming. In this case, conflicts arise within individual members of the group. In the case of the Titans, there was a conflict between the white players and the black payers. The difference was caused by a situation that was promulgated by instances of power struggles. In this case both parties were of the position that, one of their own is selected to man the affairs of the team. Owing to the fact that Boone was selected to head the team’s institution, the white players felt that they had been left out. As a matter of cogency and motivation in team work, the administration incorporated a new white assistant to offer supplementary leadership roles. Practicing was challenging in as far as the team was concerned. At times, the players would engage in personal differences. In most cases, the differences were oriented along personality scales. In this regard, some players were subscribers of ethics that were contra to those subscribed by their fellow teammates. It was a common phenomenon to come to the realization that fights and bad mouthed talks would arise anytime. It is during these instances that insults that touched on most all corners ad spheres of matters that affected the team was brought to light.
Norming is the third stage in group development. It is significant to note that, this stage is characterized by instances that represent harmony, peace and mutuality in the group activities. In this case the Titans after undergoing circumstances that almost made the tea phase out and fail to climb to the heights that it was propelled, it embraced instances that were directed towards its success. The players started to work hand in hand. Instances of supporting each other were also prevalent after all the group members accepted the fact that, they were from diverse cultures, but were directed to one goal. Attitudes towards groups were also oriented along positive scales. Virtues such as understanding were also manifest in the new what that the team members reacted and took things to be. Team work cooperation was manifested at the time when the team pulled efforts together for the success of the team.
The fourth stage of group development is performing. At this stage, the group, is regarded as a fully functional group as it was for the case of the Titans. Members of the group were united and were ready to fight together spearheaded by their team spirit which was towards nothing but success. The perception of the members was geared towards making it as a team that was in place to represent the school. The players were satisfied after they were all represented in the leadership schemes of the institution. After the completion of the preliminary training and preparation, the team was ready to engage in a competition that was orchestrated among high schools in the region.
The final stage in group development is adjournment. At this stage, the group is ready to take part in activities that were purposed to be performed by it to the latter. As it was the case for the Titans, it is plausible to state that, the team took part in the competition. At this time, the differences that had been manifested in the group were no more. Team mates played as one and had the team motivation. Positive emotions were also manifested in the gaming that took place. At the point when one team member accrued injuries, they collectively amassed up their energy and unity and left gave him a brotherly attention. When the team wins, it is reasonable to note that, the winning is not attributed to the black coach. It was directed towards all team members. However, it is significant to denote that, the secondary team official was under the influence of his own personal ambitions that, to some point, weakened the position held by the team towards it flourishing and success.
Section II
The issues that center stage the movie, Titans, represent a sports environment. In this case, it significant to appreciate that, the activities that existed in the context of the group were under leadership that would be undesirable when it comes to its applicability in other environments. In the selection of the manager of the team as a team coach, no proper considerations are outlined to direct the processes. Mr. Boone takes over leadership from his incumbent official. However, the negative reaction that is received by other members of the group in terms of race was resultant for the creation of another post that was purposed to satisfy the interests of the footballers who in this case were while. It is critically significant to denote that, the football organization was accommodative of the existence of differences in races. In the opinion of the activities that followed and circumnavigated the team’s environment, ethnicity was among the hurdles that suppressed the developments that the team would have ensued.
It is noteworthy that, the accommodative nature exhibited by this environment was actuated by the fact that, in a sport environment, people’s interests have to be adhered to. You cannot impose a ruling on player and expect good performance from him. In fact, it is reasonable that all members of the football team have their say and way.
However, the position taken by the sport industry cannot be used in other industries such as the hospitality industries. In this regard, hospitality industries are oriented towards offering universal services to their target groups. It is an obvious phenomenon to appreciate that, the individualistic takes as those exhibited in the sport industry would destabilize activities of a hospitality industry. In the real essence, the position that people should be represented by whomever that they want is an already no-go zone as it pertains hospitality industries. In the opinion of the pillars that determine the direction taken by most hospitality industries an inclusive leadership should have been commissioned. Instances of having officials in place so as to cater for selfish, racial and divided appetites of members would have been treated as gross violations to team ambitions and objects that guide its activities.
In this case, the different takes by the hospitality industries and sport industry in the case of the Titans is along the principles that guide the respective industries.
Works Cited
Remember the Titans. Dir. Denzel Washington . Perf. Gerry Bertier. 2000.
