Managing Sport Development

Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
Figures
Tables
Acknowledgements
Contributors
Abbreviations
Part I: Theory and Policy Context
Chapter 1. Introduction to Sport Development
	Introduction
	Outline of This Chapter
	Historical Background of Sport Development
	Conceptualising the Two Arms of Sport Development
	Sport Development: A Space for Ongoing Tensions
	Sport Development: The New Landscape
	Sport Development Careers
	About This Textbook
	Summary
	References
Chapter 2. Theory of Development of and through Sport
	Introduction
	Outline of This Chapter
	What Does the Theory Tell Us?
	Implications of Theory for Practice
	Application of Theory: Tensions in the US
	Summary
	References
Chapter 3. Sport Development Policy: Applications in Sport Development and Sport for Development
	Introduction
		What Is Policy?
		What Is Sport Policy and Sport for Development Policy?
		Sports Policy Actors at Global, National, and Local Levels
	Global Sport Development Policy Actors
	National Sport Development Policy Actors
	Local Sport Development Policy Actors
	Conclusions
	References
Part II: Sport Development
Chapter 4. Focus Areas for Sport Development
	Introduction
		Recruiting, Retaining, and Nurturing Athletes
		Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity
		High-Performance Sport Pathways and Approaches
		The Workforce That Drives Sport Development
	Application of Theory to Practice
	Summary
	References
Chapter 5. Community Sport
	Introduction
		What Is Community Sport and How Is It Delivered?
		Programming for Inclusive Community Sport
			Modified Rules and Junior Sport Participation
		Coaches and Officials in the Delivery of Community Sport
		Application of Theory to Practice
	Summary
	References
Chapter 6. High-Performance Development Pathways
	Introduction
	Outline of This Chapter
	The Need for a Systematic and Context-Specific Approach to Developing Elite Pathways
	The Non-linear Nature of Sport Development and Elite Pathways
	High-Performance Pathways, Policies, and Practices
	High-Performance Pathway Variations
	The Integrated Network of High-Performance Partners
	Summary
	References
Chapter 7. Managerial Considerations in Sport Development
	Introduction
	Stakeholders Involved in the Management and Delivery of Sport
	The Evolving Nature of Participation Needs and Preferences
		Participation among Older Adults
		Demand for Flexible and Alternative Forms of Participation
		Importance of Diversity and Inclusivity
	Planning, Resourcing, and Capacity Considerations in Sport Development
	Organisational Capacity Building in Community Sport
	Strategic Approaches to Sport Development
	Conclusion
	Additional Readings
	References
Part III: Sport for Development
Chapter 8. How Sport Contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals
	What Are the SDGs?
		Goals, Targets, and Indicators
		Progress on the SDGs
	How Does Sport Align with the SDGs?
	Maximising the Contribution of Sport
		Intentionally Designed Impact
		Alignment to National, Regional, and International Frameworks
		Establishing a Theory of Change
		Type of Impact
			Population Impact
			Institutional Impact
			Local Impact
	Aligning Sport with the SDGs: A Collaborative Approach
	References
Chapter 9. Sport for Development: History, Themes, and Lessons Learnt
	Introduction
	The Origins and Evolution of the SFD Movement
	SFD Thematic Areas
	The Practitioner-Scholar Divide
	Sport-for-Peace
	Application of Theory to Practice
	Implications and Lessons Learnt
	Summary
	References
Chapter 10. Managerial Considerations in Sport for Development
	Introduction
	Considerations in Planning SFD
	Considerations in Delivering and Managing Sustainable SFD
		SFD Staffing and Personnel
		The Importance of Leadership
		Funding SFD Initiatives
		Collaborative Partnerships
		Managing Contradictory Demands
	Conclusion
	Readings and Weblinks
		Weblinks
		Further Readings
	References
Part IV: Research and Evaluation
Chapter 11. Researching and Evaluating Sport Development and Sport for Development
	Introduction
	Outline of This Chapter
	What Does Theory Tell Us?
	Program Theory
	Implications of Theory for Practice
		Tools for Evaluation
		Challenges in Research and Evaluation
	Application of Theory to Practice
	Summary
	References
Chapter 12. Current Trends and Future Challenges
	Introduction
	Recent Trends in SFD
	Future Opportunities and Challenges in SFD
		Diversification of Funding and Support
		Technology
		Climate Change
		Indigenous Approaches and Voices
	Recent Trends in SD
	Future Opportunities and Challenges in SD
		Child Safety and Athlete Wellbeing
		Evolution of Sport Participation Products and Offerings
		Community Facilities and Facility Development
		Volunteer Attraction and Retention
		Gender Equality in Sport Development
	Summary, Conclusion, Implications, and Lessons Learnt
	References
Index