Abstract
Sport and religion provide formative structures for youth and young adults. Literature suggests that athletic identity can be influenced in a variety of manners. Therefore, measuring athletic identity of student-athletes at a faith-based institution, could provide crucial evidence necessary to enhance the campus community experience. Researchers collected athletic identity data utilizing a modified AIMS-Plus scale. A total of 129 student-athlete responses were analyzed from a university in the Midwest region of the United States. Results suggest interesting trends when segmented by class rank and gender. This research certainly adds to the athletic identity body of knowledge, and provides greater insights to university personnel and practitioners. Additional opportunities for research are also addressed.
Presenters
Zakary MayoAssociate Professor, Department Chair, Business Department, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, Minnesota, United States Kyle Conkle
Doctoral Graduate Teaching Assistant, School of Hospitality, Sport & Tourism Management, Troy University, Alabama, United States
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Sporting Cultures and Identities
KEYWORDS
AIMS-Plus, Athletic Identity, College Athletics, Faith-Based
