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Socio-Professional Implications of Sports Events: A Perspective from Dual-Career Students

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  • Raluca Buhaș

    (Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania)

  • Alexandru Ilieș

    (Faculty of Geography, Tourism and Sport, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania)

  • Sorana Săveanu

    (Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania)

  • Paul Szabo-Alexi

    (Faculty of Geography, Tourism and Sport, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania)

  • Mariana Szabo-Alexi

    (Faculty of Geography, Tourism and Sport, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania)

  • Sorin Buhaș

    (Faculty of Geography, Tourism and Sport, University of Oradea, 410087 Oradea, Romania)

Abstract

Background: The organization of a sports event can be analyzed from the perspective of its impact on the participants, organizers and community. University championships have a sustainable character, with several tournaments being planned over time, receiving increased interest from all stakeholders. Methods: This research aimed to describe aspects regarding the organization and planning of sports events, the academic and professional profiles of student-athletes and the implications of their participation in championships. We used two research methods: one based on geography, and another based on a sociological survey of 139 dual-career students participating in the national university championship of men’s football and women’s volleyball organized by the University of Oradea (Romania). Results: The research results show that academic studies provide professional competencies, while participation in sports events contributes to students’ personal and professional development. The results highlight that dual-career students are more prone to develop their sports careers; therefore, participation in these types of events represents a milestone in their careers. Conclusions: Our study can be considered when organizing these types of sports events and can provide directions for the development of sustainable strategies and programs to support students with dual careers.

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  • Raluca Buhaș & Alexandru Ilieș & Sorana Săveanu & Paul Szabo-Alexi & Mariana Szabo-Alexi & Sorin Buhaș, 2023. "Socio-Professional Implications of Sports Events: A Perspective from Dual-Career Students," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(10), pages 1-13, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:15:y:2023:i:10:p:7813-:d:1143528
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