Date
5-2023
Document Type
Capstone Project (Open Access)
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Department
Liberal Studies
Major
Liberal Studies
First Advisor
Patty Whang
Abstract
The focus of this Capstone Project is researching and learning about accessibility, availability, and affordability for low-income families to enroll their children in sports. This is an important issue for families and children because sports impact youth’s lives in a positive way. An argument is made that children at an early age have significant outcomes for general health and physical well-being. The primary stakeholder perspectives chosen were coaches, students, parents, and educators because they are all part of a child’s educational journey and childhood experiences. After interviewing administrators, teachers, and students three different action options were thoroughly discussed to enhance availability, accessibility, and affordability around sports. Volunteering as a coach or mentor to increase change is argued to be the most effective way to achieve the goals of children’s experiences in sports.
Recommended Citation
Sandoval Gallo, Nayeli, "What’s the Goal: Increasing Sports Opportunities for Youth from Low Socioeconomic Communities" (2023). Capstone Projects and Master's Theses. 1551.
https://digitalcommons.csumb.edu/caps_thes_all/1551
