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ERIC Number: ED656634
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2021
Pages: 116
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ISBN: 979-8-3828-5200-3
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Understanding the Lived Experiences of Black Male Collaborators Who Participated in a Sport Based Youth Development Program
Kolin Ebron
ProQuest LLC, Ph.D. Dissertation, University of Connecticut
Sport participation has been limited in marginalized communities due to socioeconomic factors such as access to facilities, cost of participation, and the overall lack of opportunity to engage in physical activity (The Aspen Institute, 2019). Sport Based Youth Development (SBYD) programs have been one avenue of providing sport and physical activity to underserved populations (Perkins & Noam, 2007). SBYD programs have been shown to support the development of transferable life skills, such as leadership, communication, problem solving, teamwork and relationship building. The purpose of this study was to examine the lived experiences of Black male collaborators who participated in a SBYD Program, City Sport. A qualitative, descriptive phenomenological research design was used. Participants (N =5) were interviewed virtually over a secure online platform and Colaizzi's (1978) method was utilized to identify themes. The data analysis resulted in 158 significant statements, forming six overarching themes: (a) Relationships, (b) Program Opportunities, (c) Volunteers, (d) Support, (e) Leadership Opportunities and (f) Impacts and Improvements. The collaborators shared valuable insights related to their experience in the program, specifically about program personnel, skill development, social capital, and future recommendations. The results of this study can inform SBYD professionals to further explore the utilization of alumni voice for program development. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
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Language: English
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