Sports play a critical role in American society. Sports unit the population and the team name unites the team, the fans and the city. Some names and mascots have been deemed offensive to Native American tribes because they can be seen as racially motivated or as stereotypes. However, these names are preserving Native American culture and honoring them. Certain schools and tribes have agreed to keep the Native American mascot in return for scholarships for members of the tribes. Native Americans are benefiting from allowing sports team’s to use their names. Also, professional teams such as the, Chicago Blackhawks, are acknowledging important tribes and leaders for Native Americans. While, some may argue, that these names belittle Native Americans
