Community and Youth Sport Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
What are the goals and outcomes associated with each youth and
community sport sector? -
correct answer ✅Classes teach skills, rules and strategies with an
emphasis on enjoyment
· Instructional leagues provide information and knowledge to
children and teach specific sport
· Competitive leagues offer quality instruction and competition
· After-school programs offer enjoyment, safety and supervision,
academic enrichment, social skill building
· Provide an emphasis on physical health and fitness
How are access to and equity in community and youth sport
complex issues in different communities? -
correct answer ✅Depending on financial situations, the expensive
can be prohibitive
· Logistics may be difficult for some parents
· Levels of competition may be inequitable
--------Canada: they are offered in through primary and secondary
schools and in colleges and universities. Community sport is almost
exclusively offered through local and regional sports clubs. United
States: offered in both public and private organizations. Private;
YMNCA and YWCA. Public-parks and recreation facilities.
, Community and Youth Sport Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
explain the challenges facing managers in youth/community sport -
correct answer ✅1. structure and delivery systems are varied.
some organizations are highly professional others are loosely run
with volunteers.
2. governance of community/youth sport by volunteer boards.
pressure to professionalize (turn from volunteer to paid) due to
legal issues and government policy.
professional HRM (human resource management) model. can
provide guidelines and structure
benefits of sport participation -
correct answer ✅1. improve quality of life: numerous physical and
mental benefits, gender gap
2. family life: greater sense of belonging, increased bond, parents
enjoy shared recreation
3. sense of community and social capital: enhanced cooperation
and cohesion
4. legitimizes sport sponsorship - (opens door to bring money to
programs when showing community benefits)
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
What are the goals and outcomes associated with each youth and
community sport sector? -
correct answer ✅Classes teach skills, rules and strategies with an
emphasis on enjoyment
· Instructional leagues provide information and knowledge to
children and teach specific sport
· Competitive leagues offer quality instruction and competition
· After-school programs offer enjoyment, safety and supervision,
academic enrichment, social skill building
· Provide an emphasis on physical health and fitness
How are access to and equity in community and youth sport
complex issues in different communities? -
correct answer ✅Depending on financial situations, the expensive
can be prohibitive
· Logistics may be difficult for some parents
· Levels of competition may be inequitable
--------Canada: they are offered in through primary and secondary
schools and in colleges and universities. Community sport is almost
exclusively offered through local and regional sports clubs. United
States: offered in both public and private organizations. Private;
YMNCA and YWCA. Public-parks and recreation facilities.
, Community and Youth Sport Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
explain the challenges facing managers in youth/community sport -
correct answer ✅1. structure and delivery systems are varied.
some organizations are highly professional others are loosely run
with volunteers.
2. governance of community/youth sport by volunteer boards.
pressure to professionalize (turn from volunteer to paid) due to
legal issues and government policy.
professional HRM (human resource management) model. can
provide guidelines and structure
benefits of sport participation -
correct answer ✅1. improve quality of life: numerous physical and
mental benefits, gender gap
2. family life: greater sense of belonging, increased bond, parents
enjoy shared recreation
3. sense of community and social capital: enhanced cooperation
and cohesion
4. legitimizes sport sponsorship - (opens door to bring money to
programs when showing community benefits)
