Special Program in Sports: Its Impact in Athlete’s Performance in Gov. Felicisimo T. San Luis Integrated Senior High School”

Abstract

This study examines the impact of a Special Program in Sports on athlete performance at Gov. Felicisimo T. San Luis Integrated Senior High School. The research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the program in enhancing athlete performance and to identify the factors contributing to its success. The study employs a survey to gather data from a sample of student-athletes enrolled in the program. The survey investigates demographic information, sports participation levels, and perceived impact on performance. The findings indicate that the implementation of the Special Program in Sports correlates positively with the performance level of the respondents. Most of the athletes reached the division level of competition, while some excelled further, participating in regional and national level competitions. Additionally, the study reveals that the admission and retention policies were effectively observed, providing a structured framework for the program. However, certain areas for improvement were identified. The study recommends enhancing access to the program through increased awareness and recruitment efforts, as well as improving sports facilities, resources, and coaching staff. Furthermore, expanding competitive opportunities, implementing continues monitoring an evaluation systems, fostering collaboarations, and providing academic support are suggested to optimize the program's effectiveness and sustainability. This research contributes valuable insights to the field of sport education and program development, specially in the context of Gov. Felicisimo T. San Luis Integrated Senior High School. The findings and recommendations can guide educators, administrators, and policymakers in enhancing sports programs, ultimately promoting athlete development and success.The SPS has been around for a while, but there aren't many recorded evaluations of how well it's being used or how it affects student-athletes' performance in amateur sports events in accordance with DepEd requirements. Assessing student-athlete performance based on their actual performance in amateur tournaments can offer insightful information for enhancing both the performance of the individual athlete and the whole school sport program. Limited research reveals that a number of variables, including coaching techniques and abilities as well as technical, tactical, physiological, psychological, and social characteristics of players, affect performance outcomes.Therefore, the purpose of this study is to investigate how athletes perform in amateur events as a result of the Special Program in Sports (SPS). Additionally, it aims to evaluate Gov. Felicisimo T. San Luis Integrated Senior High School's application of the SPS and identify the student-athletes highest level of competitiveness. The study intends to shed important light on the efficacy of the SPS and its implications for student-athlete achievement in amateur sporting events by examining these factors.