The Impact of Sports Personalities on Youth Development
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https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2024.v09.n10.002Keywords:
impact, sports, personalities, youth developmentAbstract
This paper examines the significant influence of sports personalities on youth development, exploring how athletes serve as role models and their impact on the physical, social, and psychological growth of young individuals. Sports figures often embody values such as dedication, perseverance, and teamwork, which can inspire youth to adopt similar traits in their own lives. Through qualitative and quantitative analyses, this study highlights the ways in which athletes’ endorsements, community involvement, and media presence shape youth perceptions of success, health, and social responsibility. Furthermore, it investigates the potential risks associated with idolizing sports figures, including the pressure to conform to unrealistic standards. Ultimately, the findings underscore the dual nature of sports personalities as both catalysts for positive youth development and sources of challenges, calling for a balanced approach to harnessing their influence effectively.
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