The article illustrates the changing facets of sports over the years as it has been used to spur development. Youth development has been enhanced through incorporation of sports. Sports is not only used for fun and games as was the norm in the past but is being implemented as a tool for positive change. The article indicates the positive outcomes that have emanated from sports as children around the world attach more meaning to sports (Anyangwe 1). This has been enhanced as sports is considered as an alternative career choice and is used to inhibit the growth of vices among children but rather implement developmental changes. According to the author of the article sports has been employed to bring about social changes and can be used to sustain youth livelihoods through recreation and societal improvements.
It is in complete contrast to what occurred in the past as sports was mostly used for fun. Children sports was a means to reduce boredom and a way to exercise. Changes have been brought about by commercialization of sports to increase youth development as a career choice. Sports has also been altered due to involvement of Non-governmental organizations that have used sports to effect changes in the society. This has been achieved through programs that have implemented sports for the sake of youth development to stop young people from indulgence in harmful activities that are counterproductive. Governments and private bodies have changed the perception on sports as they aim to improve youths through such activities due to societal problems. Frameworks for youth development through sports have been created that are based on domains of exploration, identity and initiative development to improve social experiences and enhance networks for young people.
Works Cited.
Anyangwe, Eliza. "Sports for Development: More Than Just Fun and Games? | Global Development Professionals Network | The Guardian." The Guardian, www.theguardian.com/global-development-professionals-network/2015/aug/10/sport-for-development-charity-ngo-effective-change.
