Exploring the Implementation of Positive Youth Development in Basketball Sports Programs: A Qualitative Study.
Encep Farlan Sutarza, Rizka Safitri, & Tite Juliantine

Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

Abstract

Positive Youth Development Through Sports has been implemented in various field due to the positive results in athletes character development, confidence, empathy, and peer relations. However, implementing the five c of positive youth development program in sports academy in Indonesia is still an uncommon practice. This study explores within the existing sports basketball programs in Bandung area, the possibility of incorporating positive youth development approaches through structured interviews with sports coaches. Identify the key elements and strategies in the existing sports basketball programs that related to the positive youth development approach. Lastly, this study provides recommendations and insights to enhance the integration of positive youth development practices in sports programs, taking into account the cultural and contextual factors unique to young population in Bandung area.

Keywords: Basketball- Exercise, Positive Youth Development

Topic: Sport Values