Sports Management of Isabela State University

Abstract

This study assessed the sports management in the four clusters of Isabela State University (ISU) namely Ilagan, Cauayan, Cabagan and Echague. It described the profile of the ISU clusters and the management performance of sports director and coordinators. It looked into the coaching relationship among the four clusters Weighted mean was used. Findings reveal that among the four clusters, Cauayan and Echague of Isabela State University and determine the factors that affect sports management as perceived by the coaches and athletes. This research used the descriptive research design employing quantitative and qualitative approaches have the highest number of sports offerings, athletes and coaches are endowed with training materials, and facilities are available. The management performance of sports director and cluster coordinators were moderately competent as perceived by the respondents. The athletes and their coaches have smooth working sports relationship. Lack of facilities, lack of equipment on materials and non-coordinated practice schedules are the main factors affecting Sports Program. The study recommends for an in depth need assessment activities of the ISU clusters. Strategic planning workshops of sports director, coordinators, coaches and athletes should be conducted and outputs should be translated to policy innovation in the roadmap of sports undertakings to eventually improve ISU sports performance.