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Factors Influencing Secondary School Students' Paryticipation In Competitive Sports In Nairobi County A Critical Literature Review

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Purpose: The main objective of the study is to determine the factors that influence the participation of secondary school students in competitive sports in Nairobi County, Kenya Methodology: The paper used a desk study review methodology where relevant empirical literature review was reviewed to identify main themes and to extract knowledge gaps. Findings: The study revealed that social relationships, gender, household income and playing experiences are factors that influence secondary school students' participation in competitive sports in Nairobi, Kenya. Unique Contribution to Theory and Practice: The Ministry of Education, through the county Director of Education should ensure that all secondary schools have basic sports facilities and equipment in order to promote sports participation. Schools principals should ensure every student identifies themselves with a sport.

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  • Kevin Mwangi, 2022. "Factors Influencing Secondary School Students' Paryticipation In Competitive Sports In Nairobi County A Critical Literature Review," American Journal of Recreation and Sports, AJPO, vol. 1(1), pages 40-49.
    • Handle: RePEc:bfy:ojajrs:v:1:y:2022:i:1:p:40-49:id:1106
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