Managing East Java's Sports Facilities and Infrastructure for Achievement

Abstract

Indonesia faces three main economic development problems: lack of funding, insufficient number of athletes competing, and inadequate sports facilities. Adequate sports facilities are the key to an athlete's successful performance. In addition to complete and adequate sports facilities, management of sports facilities and infrastructure is also very much needed. The research was conducted to understand the facilities and infrastructure management of prominent East Java sports branches. The research type is a survey conducted on prominent sports branches in 11 regencies and cities across East Java using a qualitative approach. Qualitative descriptive data were obtained through observation and in-depth interviews with representatives of the Indonesian National Sports Committee (KONI) management, coaches, and athletes in each city. The research involved survey, data collection, and data processing. Data were analyzed using triangulation techniques, including data reduction, presentation, and conclusion. The research results indicate that the management of facilities and infrastructure for sports achievement in each regency and city in East Java falls into the category of quite good. However, there are some specific areas of concern, namely the comfort and availability of facilities for certain sports branches. In conclusion, prominent sports branches' facilities and infrastructure management are relatively good. However, there is a need for improvements in comfort and the quantity of existing facilities and infrastructure.