Social Science Sport Outreach Plan – Incorporating Peer Review Assignment

Overview

As a step in creating a comprehensive Sport Outreach Plan, you will summarize the feedback received from colleagues and the course instructor for the first four parts of the Sport Outreach plan. You will provide a reaction to the feedback and explain how you will implement the feedback in comprehensive plan.

Instructions

This is a draft of the fourth section of a comprehensive Sport Outreach plan you will create throughout the course:

· The draft should include at least two full pages of text.

· This excludes a title page, abstract, reference page(s) and any appendices

· The work should be in APA format (the most current edition)

· At least three sources supporting the work should be formally cited and listed in the reference page.

· A minimum of three sources should be external to the course, i.e. in addition to the course text and any readings provided within the course.

· You may include citations of discussion posts from the course.

Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.

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“Sports Outreach for At-Risk Youth in Chicago”

Micheaux Hollingswoth

SMGT 50

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Liberty University

August 25, 2024

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Introduction: Sport is a catch that unites people in the context of an ever-growing global

Human Diversity. This outreach plan targets youth who are at risk and are living in the urban

cities of Chicago, Illinois. Such young people who are so vulnerable to the prevailing socio-

economic conditions in any society are in desperate need of proper channeling in the right

direction (Westerbeek & Karg, 2022). This group will be able to experience physical activity

through sport, social inclusion, and self-development and should, therefore, be targeted by a

wide-ranging and extensive sports engagement initiative.

Target Population: It is the target audience of the sports outreach plan that will be implemented

to the youths at risk between the age of 12-18 years residing within Chicago’s urban setting.

These youth are usually from low socio-economic backgrounds; some are even exposed to a lot

of crime, and most have poor education and no positive male or female role models (Rabinovitz

et al.,2020). Most of them are kids raised by single parents or have been brought up in homes

where they witnessed the effects of substance use and gangsterism. They tend to lead to

hopelessness and thus increase the chances of adopting risky behaviors.

Geographic Location: The target population of this outreach plan is the inner-city communities

of the city of Chicago, Illinois. This area is crowded and populated, has poor recreational

amenities, and a scarcity of appropriate programs for children out of school. The region is also

characterized by socioeconomic inequalities where a big percentage of the population becomes

relativity poor or even lives below the poverty line (Wheeler, 2021). However, the community is

characterized, among other things, by the following factors: cultural diversity and a strong spirit

of perceiving hardship. Regarding this area, the goal of the sports outreach plan is to bring

meaningful activities to at-risk youths that would build up their confidence and skills in life.

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This isn’t the right word as it implies passive observation rather than active engagement.

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Why This Group: This is especially so because the at-risk youths from the urban areas form

part of the most vulnerable but are rarely considered in issues of community development.

Working with this group through sport presents a good chance to intervene and meet their needs

(Brady et al., 2020). Sport may be used as a medium of change for these young individuals and

turn them into disciplined personalities with a sense of belonging. It may also be an opportunity

for them to be diverted from the vices that they are likely to engage themselves in, such as

joining gangsters or taking to substance abuse. Engaging in organized sports makes it possible

for these youth to acquire attributes that are important in life, for instance, discipline, leadership

skills, and determination. This population has been selected because vulnerable youths in cities

are vulnerable to poor returns in poverty, crimes, and social and economic marginalization. The

lack of organized, constructive activities tends to expose them to making wrong decisions in life,

including using substances and joining gangs (Njeru, 2022). Sport presents an alternative model,

one that, while it may not result in a physical change in the way they look, benefits the individual

in giving structure to one’s life and building self-esteem.

Benefits of Sport: Sports can hugely impact this group through the following ways: promoting

good health, a healthy mind, and a healthy nation, and lastly, teaching core values (OÕNeill,

2021). It provides a route to higher achievement in school, associated with proper social

relations, and individual development.

Biblical Support: Matthew 25:40 supports the idea of helping those vulnerable individuals,

which is the key principle of this sport outreach (Matthews, 2023). Also, Paul’s message 1

Corinthians 9:24-27 points to the aspect of discipline that can be developed through sport.

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Application of Scripture: Getting at-risk youth involved through sport is a form of serving,

which is a Biblical form of love. This outreach offers an expression of love practically; builds up

the youth in physical, emotional, and the hardest of all – the Spiritual aspect.

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References

Brady, B., Chaskin, R. J., & McGregor, C. (2020). Promoting civic and political engagement

among marginalized urban youth in three cities: Strategies and challenges. Children and

Youth Services Review, 116, 105184. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.childyouth.2020.105184

Matthews, A. D. (2023). Inclusive guidelines for youth sport stakeholders: A content analysis of

US sport national governing body websites [Doctoral dissertation, Michigan State

University]. ProQuest Dissertations Publishing.

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origsite=gscholar&cbl=18750&diss=y

Njeru, M. (2022). The influence of urban criminal gangs on the socio-economic livelihoods of

former female gang members: The case of Gaza criminal gang in Nairobi County, Kenya

[Doctoral dissertation, University of Nairobi]. University of Nairobi Digital Repository.

http://erepository.uonbi.ac.ke/handle/11295/163473

O’Neill, D. F. (2021). Survival of the fit: How physical education ensures academic

achievement and a healthy life. Teachers College Press.

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Rabinovitz, S., Schneir, A., & Warf, C. (2020). Homeless adolescents: Identification, outreach,

engagement, housing, and stabilization. In Clinical care for homeless, runaway and

refugee youth (pp. 45-68). Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-40675-2_4

Westerbeek, H., & Karg, A. (2022). International sports business: Current issues, future

directions. Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780429316043

Wheeler, J. (2021). “How much is not enough?”: Public library outreach to “disadvantaged”

communities in the war on poverty. The Library Quarterly, 91(2), 190-208.

https://doi.org/10.1086/713043

Sports Outreach Plan – Target Population Feedback

Sep 1 7:59pm

Manage Discussion by Deja Lyons

Reply from Deja Lyons

Reading your discussion I did enjoy your intentions to provide a sport outreach program to children in the urban city of Chicago. One thing that I think would help your sport outreach plan would be to do further research on children who experience extracurricular activities from poor soci-economic neighborhoods and what affects this has to support your thought intake on positivity coming from tsuch efforts. Another thing that I feel could help your outreach program going forward is doing further intake on the area of Chicago and what resources are available to support these youth and what you intend to offer. Lastly, I do believe looking into other extracurricular activities outside of sports that erase the stigma of children only being ambitious about physical activity could create a good approach on bringing more kids in who have interest elsewhere, such as enjoying science, or reading.

Sep 1 8:46pm

Manage Discussion by Kelly Scott

Reply from Kelly Scott

Hi there Michael, great work on your post! I really enjoyed reading about your sport outreach program for at-risk youth in Chicago, Illinois in the urban areas. Something to consider thinking about in the back of your mind while building your sport outreach program is how are you going to build a curriculum that is engaging but also adapts to this groups needs. Mentorship, skill development, and guidance with career paths can all be useful and effective and have the greatest chance for growth. Potential partnerships can provide more resources and funding as well as facilities so it is definitely something to consider. It also was needed to be considered how spiritual integration is going to be carried out. It needs to be ensured to be carried out in a way that gives diverse beliefs while also still aligning with the program’s goals to ensure a positive and very inclusive environment. A bible verse that comes to mind when discussing inclusion is Galatians 3:28 which says, “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” Keep up the good work with your program Michael!

Sep 1 11:35pm

Manage Discussion by John Denton

Reply from John Denton

Hi Michael,

You did a wonderful job in describing the target population for your Sports Outreach plan. I think your plan will be very successful and there is a great need for more programs like this. It is clear that you put a lot of thought into your plan, and you understand the challenges that urban areas face. I like that you mention inclusivity, as urban areas are typically more diverse and these areas have a great need for more inclusivity. You also used very strong academic sources and I think this strengthens your approach.

I think your plan had a wonderful flow and your mission is very clear and is felt throughout the entire plan. I like that you broke your paper down by introduction, target population, geographic location, a why, and the benefits of sports. Your Biblical reference was also very relevant to your mission and goal.  I think your plan could benefit from some more data integration. For example, use data from similar outreach programs and show how a plan like this has worked before. Have other urban areas implemented similar outreach plans?   I look forward to following along with your plan this semester. I know that it will be very successful and well thought out!

Sep 7 7:10pm

Manage Discussion by Sean Dale

Reply from Sean Dale

This outreach plan offers a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to addressing the needs of at-risk youth in Chicago’s urban setting. The strengths of the plan lie in its identification of the target population, the focus on sports as a tool for personal development, and the integration of Biblical principles. The connection between sports and critical life skills, such as discipline, leadership, and determination, is clearly articulated, which reinforces the importance of this initiative in guiding youth toward positive outcomes.

A key strength of the proposal is its understanding of the specific challenges faced by the target population, including exposure to crime, lack of role models, and limited access to recreational resources. By addressing these issues through organized sports programs, the outreach plan offers a practical and positive alternative to the negative influences these youth may encounter.

To improve the proposal, consider providing more concrete examples of how the sports programs will be implemented. For example, what types of sports will be offered, and how will the outreach connect with local schools or community centers? Additionally, while the Biblical support is a strong element, it could be expanded to include more specific ways in which Christian values will be taught or modeled within the sports activities.

Overall, this is a well-rounded outreach plan with great potential to make a meaningful impact on at-risk youth.

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Sports Outreach Plan: Mission and Vision Assignment

Micheaux Hollingsworth

SMGT 50

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Liberty University

September 1, 2024

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Abstract

This sports outreach plan is for underprivileged children, which seeks to provide a program

geared toward boost up success and happiness by way of sports and exercise. The mission

focuses on fostering togetherness, organizational culture, and learning while the vision aims at

every youth, poor or rich to be both a successful athlete and learner. The business plan provides

for a low-tiled organizational structure, a human resource management plan that encourages

volunteers, and a multidimensional approach to the funding of the organization which will

include grants, individual donations, and fund raising activities within the community. The above

strategic plan will help the organisation to accomplish the goal of transforming young lives

through sporting activities in a strategic manner.

Mission Statement

The purpose of our organization is to provide underprivileged young people with an

opportunity to improve their physical fitness and mental well-being through sports and physical

activities (Belcher et al., 2021). Our programs are affordable and as inclusive as possible, to help

participants develop comradeship, discipline, teamwork as well as leadership qualities necessary

to achieve in life and sports.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to create a world where each youth, regardless of socioeconomic status, can

exercise, discover himself, and succeed as an athlete and a learner besides the field (Woolcock,

2021). Our vision is to strive for unity, supportiveness, acceptance, and understanding in a

healthy environment to show that sports can change lives.

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I read this as your mission statement. It’s not clear why there is a citation.

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Same as above, but for the vision.

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Organizational Structure

To fulfill this mission and vision, our organization will have a flat structure to allow for

better and direct communication between members of the organization. The top management

will consist of an Executive Director, who will be responsible for providing vision and

overseeing the execution of operations in line with the main objective of the organization.

Reporting to the Executive Director will be a Program Manager who will be in charge of

overseeing the implementation of the sports programs on a day-to-day basis (Lussier & Kimball,

2024). A Community Outreach Coordinator will identify and foster meaningful relationships

with local schools, community centers, and other stakeholders, while a Volunteer Coordinator

will develop a pool of qualified and competent volunteers to support the programs of the

organization. Moreover, a Fundraising and Development Manager will pursue funding from

different sources for the organization, and a Communications and Marketing Specialist will

handle publicity about the organization and its activities (Suh et al.,2021). A key component of

this work will be the development of relationships with coaches and mentors, who will directly

be involved in the training and support of youth participants, including both sports skills and

character development.

Staffing Plan

The initial staffing plan will involve extensive use of volunteers especially in coaching

and mentoring positions. The paid positions are the Executive Director, Program Manager, and

Fundraising Manager; other positions will be created depending on the growth rate of the

organization and the availability of funds. The volunteers will be sourced from the community

and comprised of trainers with knowledge of different sporting disciplines and trainers of life

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skills (Mxekezo-Lallie, 2021). Employment will be kept limited at the start, but will be gradually

increased; for example, the Executive Director is paid and other workers like a Program and

Fundraising Manager will work part-time at the beginning of the programs, although they may

eventually become paid.

Funding Plan

Regarding the funding for our Sports Outreach organization, we will seek a diversity of

sources to ensure that the organization becomes sustainable and can expand its operations. This

strategy will involve seeking grants from the local, state, and national departments of youth

development, sports, and community health. It will be also important to establish a donor base

since we will target individuals and companies that share our vision and goals (Kouamé et al.,

2022). Annually charity runs, sports tournaments, and galas will be organized to fundraise and

increase community participation. Furthermore, local businesses, schools, and sports

organizations will be joined to share resources and funding for the common goal. Corporations

will also continue to focus on sponsoring this agency as most companies are looking forward to

investing in programs that support the community and young people.

Conclusion

When directed at these key components, our proposed Sports Outreach Plan is for

establishing a strong and effective organization that will transform underprivileged youths’ lives

through sports. This outline will serve as a roadmap for designing and implementing lasting and

competent programs, acquiring relevant resources, and forging unrelenting community

engagement efforts to positively impact clients’ lives.

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References

Belcher, B. R., Zink, J., Azad, A., Campbell, C. E., Chakravartti, S. P., & Herting, M. M. (2021).

The roles of physical activity, exercise, and fitness in promoting resilience during

adolescence: effects on mental well-being and brain development. Biological psychiatry:

Cognitive neuroscience and neuroimaging, 6(2), 225-237.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2451902220302408

Kouamé, S., Hafsi, T., Oliver, D., & Langley, A. (2022). Creating and sustaining stakeholder

emotional resonance with organizational identity in social mission-driven

organizations. Academy of Management Journal, 65(6), 1864-1893.

https://journals.aom.org/doi/abs/10.5465/amj.2018.1143

Lussier, R. N., & Kimball, D. C. (2024). Applied sports management skills. Human Kinetics.

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career advancement: a case study in southern Africa. University of Johannesburg (South

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Sports Outreach Plan – Mission and Vision Feedback

Sep 3 12:18pm

Manage Discussion by

Kaidon Salter

Reply from Kaidon Salter

Micheaux,

Your mission clearly addresses the dual focus on physical fitness and mental well-being, which aligns with holistic youth development. Consider incorporating specific goals related to the personal and academic growth of participants. For example, adding a focus on educational support could further emphasize the link between sports and overall success. This ties into Scripture where Proverbs 22:6 states, “Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.”  The vision is inclusive and aspirational, promoting equality and success for all youth regardless of socioeconomic status. To strengthen this, you might integrate metrics for success or specific outcomes you aim to achieve. This will help measure the effectiveness of the program in tangible ways. Reflecting on Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me,” can inspire and reassure participants and supporters of the program’s impact. A flat organizational structure fosters direct communication and can enhance team cohesion. Ensure there is a clear plan for scaling the organizational structure as the program grows. This includes succession planning and defining how roles might evolve. James 1:5 offers wisdom on planning and leadership: “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault.” Utilizing volunteers for coaching and mentoring effectively maximizes resources and engages the community.  Develop a detailed volunteer training and support program to ensure consistent quality in coaching and mentoring. Ephesians 4:12 highlights the importance of equipping others: “to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.” 

Keep up the good work,

Kaidon Salter

Sep 4 9:41pm

Manage Discussion by Ricky Breakfield

Reply from Ricky Breakfield

Micheaux, I love how you are targeting reaching underprivileged youths through sports and exercise. It is important that the underprivileged youths in our society feel seen and heard. Too often they go unnoticed because they do not have, but giving them an outlet to be able to smile and experience success is huge. I also loved everything you hit on in your mission and vision statements with a bottom line of just supporting our youths. Your organizational structure was very on point indicating a very clear vision on how you will hire while also putting a strong emphasis on volunteer work. I think it is genius to have volunteer positions as it benefits both parties. Most volunteers will be high school students seeking volunteer hours for college while you will get lots of work done without having to pay those individuals. I think this is very important to any community outreach plan as it will save your program money. The only recommendation I have here is make sure they know what they are talking about, especially on the coaching side of things. You had great funding plan ideas as well and lots of references which showed me you did your research. Overall, you paid great attention to detail and had a flawless plan. I have no complaints, sorry. “My lips will glorify you” (Ps 63:3). The noblest use of our tongues is to give praise to God.

Sep 5 10:18pm

Manage Discussion by Connor Saslow

Reply from Connor Saslow

Micheaux,

Your draft clearly focuses on improving physical fitness and mental well being for the underprivileged youth. I think you did a great job describing your organizational structure.  I think you have all the roles needed to achieve success. I also think your detailed funding plan will help the organization succeed financially.  Luke 11:9 states “And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.”

Sep 7 7:40pm

Manage Discussion by Dwayne Hysmith

Reply from Dwayne Hysmith

Micheaux,

Your mission statement including mental well-being is exactly what underprivileged youth need. I have personal experience being a coach and a teacher to high school-aged students daily. Consider bringing in a mental health specialist to your staff to help you organize your efforts so that the mental well-being of your participants is not forgotten as the sports activities begin. 

Adding coaches from the community you want to serve will be a great addition to your staff. This will help with familiarity in the community and ensure buy-in from the families. I also agree that having multiple full-time positions from the beginning having several people working on the various components of the organization and not just one will serve the organization better in the long run. 

As you move forward think about how you will build your donor base, this could be difficult if you do not have an established name or other entities that can vouch for your organization and the great work that it does within the community. Also how often will you be contacting this donor base to contribute to your organization? 

Overall, I believe you have a solid mission and vision that will help guide your organization in helping meet the needs of your target population. 

Sports Outreach Plan – Program Activities Feedback

Sep 10 12:51pm

Manage Discussion by Kaidon Salter

Reply from Kaidon Salter

Dear Micheaux,
Your Sports Outreach program is thoughtfully designed to address multiple facets of youth development through a diverse range of activities. The focus on physical fitness with soccer, basketball, track and field, and fitness boot camps aligns well with the mission to foster healthy minds and bodies. The inclusion of educational workshops on nutrition and emotional health is commendable, reflecting a holistic approach to well-being. Additionally, the commitment to safe and accessible transport solutions demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and care for the participants. Consider implementing a mentorship component where older participants or local community leaders can guide younger ones. This aligns with Proverbs 27:17: “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Mentorship could enhance the development of interpersonal skills and provide positive role models. Additionally, incorporating regular feedback sessions from participants and their families could help tailor activities to their evolving needs, ensuring the program remains relevant and effective. Finally, promoting community involvement through volunteer opportunities can strengthen local support and increase program sustainability. By enhancing your program with mentorship and feedback mechanisms, you can further enrich the participants’ experience and impact. 
Keep up the good work,
Kaidon Salter
Sep 10 9:05pm
Manage Discussion by Rahul Champaneri

Reply from Rahul Champaneri

Micheaux, I enjoyed reading about the activities you have for your program! I like how you incorporated many activities and sports that involve running and target cardiovascular health. One thing I would recommend however is to remove the wording “Boot Camp” in your program. This can come off as a bit intimidating to some kids who may not have as much experience in sports prior to this. This might scare off a few families and children and you do not want to leave any athletes off the table. Additionally, I liked how you also incorporated transportation, as this may be something that could halt some families from joining due to not being able to get there. The geographic location you chose also has potential to be very productive. Lower class children in Chicago tend to rely on sports as some sort of outlet, and I think your program is going to be very beneficial to whoever decides to join.
Sep 12 7:22pm
Manage Discussion by Kevin Edison

Reply from Kevin Edison

Micheaux,

The programming work you do towards that end would set a good precedence for how under resourced kids can be reached in Chicago through sports as well. To create even more impact with your initiative, think about the following:
Due to the fact that some children with disabilities might not be able access your programs if this is exclusively an online experience. Adjust sports and make appropriate arrangements to accommodate everyone.
Create relationships with small businesses and non-profit organizations to become these companies’ sponsors, donor(s), and volunteers. This would increase resource availability and program coverage.
Employ techniques for follow-up so that participation moves beyond only initial programs. Explore mentorship opportunities or positions of leadership in order to create ways for long-term involvement and self-improvement.
Prepare a solid evaluation plan to demonstrate the effects of your work. Examples of these may be participant progression, satisfaction with services and increase in both physical and mental well being. Feedback from the attendees and their parents would be great. You might have arranged for safe transport, secure locations but all staff and volunteers should be trained to capably respond in case of emergency including provision of first aid. Keep up the great work and God bless.

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Integrating Evangelism and Discipleship in Sport Outreach Programming

Micheaux Hollingsworth

Liberty University

SMGT 50

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September 15, 2024

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Introduction:

Sports outreach programs are unique to catalyze physical exercises together with the

spiritual aspect (Kang et al.,2024). Included in this plan are clear methods to support evangelism

and discipleship amid a Sports Outreach program with participants developing athletic skills as

well as spiritually.

Strategies for Evangelism: To effectively integrate evangelism, the program will utilize the

following methods:

Pre-Event Devotions and Prayer Sessions: Before each sports event, a short devotion

and prayer will be made thus providing religious guidance for the activities for the day (Dollahite

et al., 2023). These devotions will associate biblical passages with the proper sports values such

as the importance of teamwork and the act of not giving up.

Faith-Based Sports Clinics: Clinics that are to be conducted by professional athletes

also have sessions where athletes themselves will narrate real-life accounts and explain how their

Christianity affects their athletics (Young, 2024). These narratives will enable a connection from

which participants will be able to reflect on faith within the context of the stories.

Outreach Events with a Gospel Focus: Tournaments and community games will be

conducted, including gospel presentations and testimonials, to directly present isolated

individuals to the Christian gospel (Davis, 2022).

Strategies for Discipleship: To foster discipleship, the program will employ the following

approaches:

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Mentorship Programs: Specific guidance will be given through one or small group

sessions, especially for mature Christians to be assigned to participants (Givens, 2020). This will

result in better debate about one’s beliefs and spiritual development and issues concerning ethics.

Bible Study Groups: There will be Bible study classes conducted every week and this

will enable people with engagement in sporting activities to learn the Bible and how to apply its

principles in sports as well as in other activities they engage in (Klein, 2021). These studies will

be more engaging and will involve the use of more coursework that addresses issues that are

significant to young athletes.

Service-Oriented Activities: Having the participants be involved in charity games or

other programs to help the needy will depict Christ-like service and enhance the discipleship of

action while developing a hospitality attitude that is needed as we embrace a Humble and

Compassionate Spirit (Rossi, 2023).

Ensuring Intentionality: To make evangelism and discipleship central to the program, several

intentional measures will be taken:

Clear Goals and Evaluation: She said that therefore, clear targets will be set and

achieved throughout the evangelism process such as the number of gospels to be presented, the

number of bible studies to be conducted as well as discipleship endeavors such as the bible study

attendance (Jeremie, 2021).

Training for Leaders and Volunteers: Superintendents and volunteers shall be

educated on how to establish actively welcoming, Christianity-based communities where faith

and doubt shall be explored while honoring each other’s opinions (McClymont, 2021).

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Continuous Feedback and Improvement: The effectiveness of the outreach activities

shall be assessed by the participants through the reviews conducted now and then. This feedback

will then help make the required modifications and enhance the efficiency of the program.

Conclusion:

By implementing these strategies, the Sport Outreach program will be able to meet

evangelism goals and see to it that those who participate in the program will have chances to

grow spiritually. Having specific goals, daily tasks, and constant assessment, the program will

work towards creating a community that is inspired by Jesus’s teachings and His love.

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Davis, N. A. (2022). Using Communities of Practice to Support At-Home Gospel Learning from

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Sports Outreach Plan – PSport Outreach Evangelism and Discipleship Feedback

Sep 17 1:12pm

Manage Discussion by Kaidon Salter

Reply from Kaidon Salter

Micheaux,
The plan effectively merges athletic development with spiritual growth, reflecting 1 Corinthians 9:24, which emphasizes running the race to obtain a prize. By including pre-event devotions and faith-based clinics, you’re embedding Christian values into the fabric of the sports activities. Utilizing professional athletes for clinics and hosting gospel-focused outreach events are excellent methods for direct engagement. This approach aligns with Romans 10:14, highlighting the importance of sharing the gospel so that people can hear and believe. The mentorship programs and weekly Bible studies will foster spiritual development and practical application of biblical principles. This mirrors Hebrews 5:12-14, which encourages maturing in faith and understanding to distinguish good from evil. Setting clear goals and employing continuous feedback mechanisms are crucial for ensuring the program’s effectiveness. This reflects Proverbs 15:22, which underscores the value of seeking counsel and making plans with others. While pre-event devotions are a great start, consider providing specific examples of how these devotions will be linked to the day’s sports activities. To deepen the impact of service-oriented activities, ensure they are integrated throughout the program rather than being standalone events. Continuous service opportunities can help participants embody the spirit of Matthew 25:35-40, where service to others is viewed as service to Christ. To make continuous improvement more actionable, implement structured feedback tools such as surveys or focus groups with specific questions related to spiritual and athletic growth. This aligns with 2 Timothy 3:16-17, which emphasizes the usefulness of Scripture for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.
Keep up the good work,
Kaidon Salter