Sometimes, leading means deciding. That applies to all applied management positions, not just to sport managers. Sport managers. Sport managers need to be able to make tough decisions and stick to them, especially in high-visibility positions. Decisions often need to be made quickly in this field, so sport managers need to be confident in their ability to weigh pros and cons in a timely fashion.ln large parts, decisions are based on ethics and morality in sport management, as discussed further down in this article.