Sports Culture Research Articles

Action Research on Collegiate Student-athlete and Student Peer Mentoring Program

PURPOSE The purpose of this study is to explore the effects of the student-athlete and student peer mentoring program as a collegiate class.METHODS The peer mentoring program, conducted at A University in the first semester of the 2023 school year, was evaluated using practical action research (Zuber-Skeritt, 1996).RESULTS In the introduction stage, ‘relative and absolute evaluation’, ‘member ratio’, and ‘definition of professor role’ were categorized as challenge issues. In the progress stage, ‘de-formalized lecture method’, ‘student athlete’s coaching experience’, and ‘student’s experience of football culture’ were discovered as possibilities, while ‘vacancy and absence of mentor-mentee’, ‘limited group activities and limitations of team sports’, and ‘lack of objective evaluation’ required improvement. At the end stage, student-athletes experienced changes in values such as self-identity, football, and human relationships, as well as quantitative and qualitative changes in sports participation.CONCLUSIONS This study confirmed the potential of the peer mentoring program as a collegiate class as well as its practical significance for guaranteeing student-athletes' learning rights and for forming sports culture on collegiate campuses.

Виявлення мотивації людей похилого віку до занять різними видами рухової активності

Physical activity has a very important impact on the well-being and health of older people. Regular physical exercise improves quality of life, reduces the risk of various diseases and slows down the aging process. The article is devoted to the motivation of older people to engage in physical activity. The purposeof the study is to determine the motivation for engaging in various types of physical activity among elderly people in Ukraine and Poland. Methods. The study used theoretical analysis of scientific and methodological literature, pedagogical, sociological research methods and methods of mathematical statistics. The study was conducted at the Institute of Sports and Physical Culture of the University of Economics in Bydgoszcz (Poland) and the Kharkiv State Academy of Physical Culture (Ukraine). The experiment involved 120 (30 men and 30 women from Ukraine and Poland) elderly people (average age 66.12 ± 2.98 years). Results. As a result of the analysis of a survey of older people, the advantages in choosing various types of physical activity for men and women living in Poland and Ukraine were revealed. In the course of studying the motivation for physical activity among older people, it was revealed that the main motives are improving health, communicating with friends and maintaining physical fitness. Conclusions. It has been established that in Poland the most common types of physical activity among older people are swimming, Nordic walking, health tourism and cycling; in Ukraine, preference is given to the same types of physical activity other than cycling, which is due to the insufficiently developed infrastructure and technical support in Ukraine. The motives for engaging in physical activity among older people have been determined. Thus, the priorities turned out to be health-improving, recreational, communicative and preventive.

U.S. youth sports participation: analyzing the implications of generation, gender, race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and family and community sport cultures

ABSTRACT Using data from the National Sports and Society Survey (N = 3,993), this study described and analyzed U.S. adults’ reports of their youth sports experiences. We considered patterns in ever having played a sport regularly while growing up, ever having played an organized sport, and then relative likelihoods of having never played an organized sport, played and dropped out of organized sports, or played an organized sport continually while growing up. We used binary and multinomial logistic regressions to assess the relevance of generational, gender, racial/ethnic, socioeconomic status, and family and community sport culture contexts for youth sports participation experiences. Overall, the findings highlight general increases in ever playing organized sports and ever playing organized sports and dropping out across generations. Increasing levels of female sports participation, emerging disparities by socioeconomic statuses, and the continual salience of family and community cultures of sport for participation are also striking.

College Sports Culture and Teaching Performance of Teachers in Hunan Women's University: Basis for Enhanced In-service Training

College Sports Culture and Teaching Performance of Teachers in Hunan Women's University: Basis for Enhanced In-service Training

Perceptions of athletes with mental health conditions and sponsor responses: a consumer perspective

ABSTRACT Despite the growing acknowledgement of the importance of mental health among athletes, the sport culture that downplays mental health problems has discouraged athletes from publicly disclosing their concerns. Using the Stereotype Content Model as a framework, Study 1 examined how consumers evaluate athletes’ competence and warmth when athletes share their mental health problems, and whether the effect is moderated by the athlete’s status (high vs. low). In Study 2, we examined whether a sponsor of an athlete with mental health conditions taking a supportive (vs. neutral) stance leads to enhanced brand authenticity perceptions. We also considered individuals’ mental health stigma levels as a moderator in the evaluation process. Contrary to athletes’ distress about disclosing their mental health conditions, consumers feel more warmth and show a similar level of competence evaluations toward an athlete with mental health conditions (vs. physical injury). Additionally, a sponsor taking a positive stance toward the athlete leads to greater brand authenticity, but this effect is moderated by individuals’ mental health stigma levels. These findings offer both theoretical and managerial insights into how consumers evaluate athletes and sponsors dealing with mental health issues.

The Development of Sport Culture Indicators for Sports Avenue

Background and Aim: China has officially entered a new era of reform, marking that the construction of university sports culture has also ushered in a new era and new challenges. Therefore, this research aims to develop the sports culture indicators for sports avenues. Materials and Methods: The expert group members of this study are mainly university physical education teachers in Xi’an, leaders of Xi' a Sports Bureau, and grass-roots front-line teachers. All the selected experts have a rich theoretical basis and practical experience in constructing campus sports culture. Five people were selected by IOC, 25 people were selected by Cronbach reliability test, 19 experts by Delphi method, and 122 people for empirical research. Hierarchical Analysis YAAHP6.0 software is used to calculate the weight and consistency of each index and data processing of Fuzzy Comprehensive Evaluation Method Matlab software is used to analyze the data. Results: The evaluation index system of university sports culture construction in Xi'an is constructed. The first-level indicators include sports spirit and culture, sports material culture, sports system culture, and sports behavior culture. The secondary index includes 9 aspects. There are 24 three-level indicators, covering all key aspects of the construction of campus sports culture. Conclusion: The evaluation index system proposed in this study is comprehensive, systematic, and scientific, which can provide effective tools for the evaluation and decision-making of the sports culture construction in Xi'an universities. The evaluation index system is scientific, systematic, and practical.

Comparison of Hot Research Topics on the Inheritance of National Traditional Sports Culture between China and Other Countries: Visual Analysis Based on CiteSpace (2000-2023)

Comparison of Hot Research Topics on the Inheritance of National Traditional Sports Culture between China and Other Countries: Visual Analysis Based on CiteSpace (2000-2023)

Cultural Documentary Exploration of Gene Storm: The Impact of Sports Culture Inheritance on Shaolin Sports Culture

Cultural Documentary Exploration of Gene Storm: The Impact of Sports Culture Inheritance on Shaolin Sports Culture

RESEARCH OF AWARENESS OF TECHNICAL HIGHER EDUCATION APPLICANTS WITH INNOVATIVE MEANS OF PHYSICAL CULTURE AND SPORTS

The article is devoted to determining the interest of higher education students in physical education classes, their awareness of innovative forms, methods and modern methods of health-improving fitness training. The results of the survey of students of higher education institutions of technical profile, conducted with the help of Google-form, on promising (in their opinion) directions of improving the discipline "Physical Education" in the institution of higher education of technical profile due to the introduction of the proposed innovative methods in the teaching system are analyzed. It is established that students have prior experience in Physical Culture and Sports, their interest in transforming the process of physical education, experience and prospects for using existing, modern and affordable methods of health training in combination with other (traditional and innovative) methods to improve the physical condition of those who are engaged. The purpose of the study is to promote awareness of educational applicants of the basics of organizing the educational process of physical education in higher education institutions, their familiarization with the currently available and promising innovative means of Physical Culture and Sports. During the experimental study, the following methods were used: analysis of materials of pedagogical literature, pedagogical observations on the practice of organizing the educational process in higher education institutions; questionnaires; methods of statistical data processing. Results and conclusions. Sports and physical culture should be an integral part of the life of modern students. But, as the survey showed, a fairly large percentage of young people are not interested in the presence of the discipline "Physical Education" in the individual plan. However, the majority of students (about 90%) who were regularly or sporadically engaged in physical exercises before admission are sure that "physical education" should be present throughout the entire period of study. In addition, the survey showed that many students are dissatisfied with the content of the physical education system in higher education institutions and therefore believe that the current system needs to be improved and changed. More than half of the surveyed students want to continue their sports life after graduation. The novelty of the presented study is that over the past 5 years, which included the transition to distance learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia's full-scale aggression against Ukraine, almost for the first time an attempt was made to analyze the degree of awareness of applicants for higher education (in particular, of technical profile) of the existence of innovative methods and corresponding means of Physical Culture and Sports.

"I shouldn't just hide in the darkness": youth and parent experiences in wheelchair sport

ABSTRACT Disabled youth derive health, social belonging, enjoyment, and well-being from participating in sports, much like their nondisabled peers. This narrative inquiry study explored wheelchair sport experiences and the meaning ascribed to sport participation among youth with orthopedic impairments and their parents or guardians. Using a multi-case study, narrative approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with three youth athletes and their parents. Thematic analysis shed light upon the participant narratives of social belonging, self-beliefs, and identity development experienced by the youth participants and their parents within the context of wheelchair sport. The first theme, ‘wheelchair sport as a community,' portrayed the wheelchair sport event as a highly inclusive setting that enabled strong social acceptance and emotional support. The second theme, ‘moving from frustration toward confidence in sporting contexts,' captured ambivalent emotive moments experienced during sport participation, particularly those related to perceived physical abilities. While the final theme, ‘athletic identity in wheelchair sport,' depicted the youth participants' individual journeys toward athletic identity development. Based on these lived experiences and perceptions, participants' stories illustrate the social, physical, and psychosocial benefits and challenges of wheelchair sport participation. The study concluded that youth wheelchair sport can be a meaningful avenue for social interaction for disabled youth and their families, positive self-concept regarding one's body and abilities, and pro-athletic identity beliefs. Further, introductory events to wheelchair sport must be carefully planned and implemented to create an enjoyable and low-stakes opportunity for novice wheelchair sport athletes to explore their relationships with physical activity and sporting culture.

The Role of News Media in Promoting Sports

Sports, as an important component of social culture, cannot be popularized and developed without the promotion and dissemination of news media. News media are not only the disseminators of sports event information, but also the promoters of sports spirit and culture. With the continuous progress of technology and the rise of new media, the means and forms of news media in promoting sports have become increasingly diverse. They showcase the charm of sports to the fullest through various means such as news reporting, thematic planning, and live interaction, inspiring public enthusiasm and participation in sports. Based on this, this article explores the role of news media in promoting sports, for reference by relevant practitioners.

Research on the Development and Innovation Path of Physical Education Culture in Primary Schools in the New Era

In the context of the new era, the development of primary school sports culture faces new challenges and opportunities. This paper explores innovative paths for primary school sports culture through an in-depth analysis of its current development status. The aim is to promote the advancement of primary school sports culture with the times, better serving students comprehensive development. This paper elaborates on the innovative paths of primary school sports culture from four aspects: innovative educational concepts, activity content, teaching methods, and evaluation systems, providing theoretical support and practical guidance for related educational practices.

Social Media News as a Predictor of Sports Gambling Salience, Attitudes, and Behaviors in the United States

Gambling has become a more prominent aspect of American sports culture after the 2018 United States Supreme Court decision offered in Murphy v National Collegiate Athletic Association that rendered the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) unconstitutional. A secondary analysis of 2022 PEW American Trends Panel (ATP) data ( N = 3900) explores social media news exposure and satisfaction as predictors of the salience of, attitudes toward, and behavioral engagement with sports gambling. Social media news exposure and satisfaction do not predict individual-level salience of the expanded legalization of sports betting. However, social media news exposure and an individual’s satisfaction with news content on X, Facebook, and YouTube positively predict feelings that sports betting is good for society and sports culture. Social media news exposure positively predicts sports gambling behaviors. A broader media effects research agenda pertaining to sports gambling is outlined based on these findings.

Influencing Factors on Campus Sports Culture in University in China

The study focused on identifying influencing factors on campus sports culture in university province in China, including demographic profiles, assessments of factors affecting culture development, differences in assessments based on profiles, and the relationship between influencing factors and culture development status. Based on the findings, an Enhanced Campus Sports Culture Program can be developed to improve campus sports culture. The study employed a descriptive correlational research design and the respondents are the students in Suzhou University, West Anhui University, Hefei Normal University, Chuzhou University and Huangshan University.Data revealed significant interest in campus sports culture among female, late adolescent, and freshman students, with perceptions of school factors, teacher dynamics, and student engagement influencing its development consistently across demographic groups. A shared understanding exists regarding the current state of campus sports culture, covering aspects like resources, systems, behavior, and spirit. Analysis indicated a strong positive correlation between perceived influencing factors and the actual development status of campus sports culture, indicating a need for an Enhanced Campus Sports Culture Program to foster positivity. Data suggests implementing initiatives to involve a broader demographic in campus sports culture, fostering a supportive environment and promoting understanding of influencing factors. This involves collaboration among university administration, faculty, and student organizations. Investing in sports resources and systems, ensuring equity, and prioritizing identified factors are crucial, led by the administration and stakeholders. Establishing a task force to implement strategies and develop an Enhanced Campus Sports Culture Program will drive sustained improvement.

The Narrative of a Chinese Sports Film Documentary: SWOT Analysis of "On Your Mark"

"On Your Mark" is directed by Malaysian-Chinese director Zhou Qingyuan, through the "sports documentary", shuttling sound, painting, light and shadow, determined to be happy, diversified participation, enjoy the cultural heritage brought by the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression to New era, pursue the dream of modern Olympics, and create a social sports atmosphere. Based on the SWOT analysis of the expressiveness of sports culture in films, this paper expounds the "sportsmanship" from four aspects: external incentive (S), internal competition (W), opportunity (O) and challenge (T), and then discusses the development path of Chinese sports documentaries. Based on the background of exploring the road of Chinese sports documentaries, combined with the perspective of combining sports and education, through the aesthetics and culture of documentary films, we explore the development path of Chinese documentary films, thereby looking for breakthroughs in culture and education, and the intersection of sports and documentaries. Form the educational value and cultural value of sports film documentaries, and build a system and determination suitable for development.

Why player political protest should be part of U.S. professional sports

ABSTRACT ‘Sports and politics don’t mix’. This platitude has been a pervasive part of U.S. professional sport culture, but it is vague and most of the versions are untrue since politics have been, and must be, a part of professional sports. Its only plausible meaning is that professional players should not make political statements while they are on-the-job. Players have a constitutional right to make political statements outside the workplace, but this right does not apply in privately owned sport associations. I argue that player political protest has ultimately been moral, not political, in nature and that players’ on-the-job political expression can be justified based on the priority of the moral-legal concept of personhood. I propose player political expression policies that U.S. professional associations should adopt.

Social Media Image Construction and Communication of Sports Athletes

With the development of social media, it has become more and more a distinctive phenomenon for sports athletes to present themselves and spread sports culture through operating personal social media accounts. As the national sport of China, table tennis has long enjoyed widespread attention, and the athletes are also the focus of the public. In this regard, this paper selected eight Chinese table tennis athletes in different growth periods in a balanced manner according to the demographic approach. With the content and text analysis methods, the paper collects data and text from their social media accounts represented by Weibo, and analyzes the content and effects from aspects of sports communication, health communication, brand communication, social value communication and entertainment daily communication. After analyzing the current operation and exposed shortcomings of the personal social media of sports athletes represented by them, the paper puts forward three feasible suggestions: “build a good media image, convey positive energy actively,” “raise the awareness of media management, explore the possibilities of cross-border” and “enhance the ability of media operation, create differentiated personalities,” to contribute media power to the in-depth implementation of the "Healthy China" Initiative and the development of China's sports industry.

Optimizing sports development: Identifying and prioritizing key indicators for professional and competitive sports

This study aimed to analyze the impact of professional and competitive sports on overall sports development, with a specific focus on identifying and prioritizing key indicators influencing sports development in these domains. To achieve this objective, a mixed-methods approach was employed, combining qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys. During the qualitative phase, experts were interviewed to determine the critical indicators for each component, while the quantitative phase involved surveys of sports managers and professors to collect data on the identified indicators. The findings of the study revealed that talent identification emerged as the foremost priority for competitive sports, underscoring its crucial role in fostering success in this realm. On the other hand, organizational effectiveness was identified as a critical factor for professional sports development. The quantitative results obtained provided empirical evidence that supported and reinforced the qualitative insights derived from the study. In the context of competitive sports, the study identified the development of systematic talent identification and youth nurturing platforms as the most vital requirement. Conversely, in the professional sports sector, enhancing organizational capabilities, governance, and commercial strategies were recognized as the top priorities. These results serve to emphasize the necessity for tailored strategies, investments, and policies that are specifically designed to enhance organizational effectiveness in professional sports and maximize talent identification in competitive sports. The evidence-based understanding of sports development priorities gained from this study holds the potential to foster a vibrant sporting culture that encompasses both grassroots participation and elite achievements.

Analisis Sarana Prasarana dan Fasilitas Pendukung untuk Memasarkan Destinasi Wisata di Kabupaten Nias Barat

Infrastructure facilities are everything that supports the ease of participants to take part in tourism activities starting from starting to the completion of the organization of these tourism activities. The purpose of this study was to determine the availability of infrastructure and supporting facilities to market tourist destinations in West Nias Regency. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with direct observation data collection to West Nias Regency. As well as conducting interviews with the Hotel and the Office of Youth Sports Culture and Tourism. The results obtained that the components of infrastructure and supporting facilities have all been fulfilled, only still need improvement from the aspects of accessibility, transportation equipment, security facilities, finance, health, information centers, venues, capacity, layout, atmosphere, service, security, availability. While tourist destinations in West Nias Regency have all been fulfilled, only still need improvement from the aspects of accessibility, attractions, amenity, and human resources (Human Resources). Based on the results of calculations using the SWOT approach, it can be concluded that the infrastructure and supporting facilities for marketing tourist destinations in West Nias Regency are in quadrant I position, thus showing a very favorable situation for West Nias Regency to carry out an aggressive/growth strategy. Keywords: Infrastructure, Tourism Destinations, SWOT.

Research on the Internal Mechanism and Optimization path of Digital Enabling Golf Sports Consumption in Central and Southern China

In order to explore the key influencing factors of golf sports consumption in central and southern China, the relevant influencing factors were identified by literature analysis, and the set of influencing factors was established, and then the expert interview and questionnaire survey were used to determine the evaluation index system of influencing factors. Through the analysis of the factor system by structural equation model (SEM), the results show that the external factors, stimulus factors, cultural factors and internal factors are the influencing factors in central and southern China. The optimization path: first, pay attention to external factors; second, strengthen the dissemination of golf sports culture; third, explore new stimulating consumption patterns.