Socio-Cultural Strategy

Socio-Cultural Strategy

Analysis of Social and Economic Dimensions of Schools and Their Impact on Iran's Sports Achievements with Emphasis on the Statements of the Supreme Leader

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
1 Ph.D in Sports Management, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Mazandaran Province, Iran (Corresponding author).
2 Bachelor of Physical Education, Shahid Hashminejad Farhangian University, Mashhad, Khorasan Razavi Province, Iran.
3 Master's student, Motor Behavior, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
4 Department of Physical Education, Farhangian University, Tehran, Iran.
Abstract
Despite the fundamental role of schools in nurturing athletic talent and achieving national goals, Iran’s education system has not been able to fully leverage its social and economic capacities for sports development and national success due to weak infrastructure, limited financial resources, lack of coherent policies, and institutional inconsistencies. The present study aims to analyze the social and economic dimensions of schools and their impact on Iran’s sports achievements, with an emphasis on the statements of the Supreme Leader This research was conducted using a qualitative approach and the grounded theory method. The study population comprised approximately 50 experts, managers, coaches, professional athletes, and specialists in the fields of sports, education, social sciences, and economics, identified based on expertise and experience criteria. Using purposive and snowball sampling, a total of 15 participants were selected for interviews. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed using open, axial, and selective coding. Additionally, the content of speeches and documents related to the Supreme Leader’s statements on sports was examined. The findings indicate that multiple factors, including sports skills training, organizational support, continuous performance evaluation, motivation, sports culture development, and sports infrastructure, significantly influence athletic success. Furthermore, supportive laws and media play a key role in sports development. The study also revealed that sports contribute to achieving a “Strong Iran” through multiple functions, including cultural and social development, social justice, economic growth, strengthening national identity, and promoting social ethics. Accordingly, the study recommends providing adequate sports facilities, implementing educational programs for students and athletes, and offering financial support for sports initiatives. The results emphasize the necessity of a comprehensive and coordinated approach to enhance sports activities in schools and society to achieve national success in the field of sports. Recommendations also include developing training programs, securing financial resources for school sports, and creating job opportunities in this sector. These outcomes can contribute to strengthening and expanding physical education programs in schools and improving the overall sports situation in the country.
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Volume 14, Issue 4 - Serial Number 58
Autumn 2025
Pages 1261-1312

  • Receive Date 03 January 2025
  • Revise Date 29 August 2025
  • Accept Date 30 August 2025