📘 Study Notes – SMSM226
Topic 1: Design and Plan a Sports Facility
1.1 The Planning Process
• Importance: Good planning saves costs, ensures safety, and meets user needs.
• Steps:
1. Create a planning committee (includes administrators, coaches, parents,
community reps).
2. Conduct a needs assessment (what the facility must provide).
3. Develop a master plan (long-term vision & blueprint).
4. Choose a site (accessibility, utilities, zoning, safety).
5. Appoint a design team (architect, engineers, consultants).
1.2 Design Considerations
• Indoor Facilities: Cleanliness, function, safety.
• Outdoor Facilities: Weather resistance, drainage, accessibility.
• Spectator Space: Comfortable seating, concessions, restrooms, family areas.
• Life Safety/Emergencies: Fire exits, sprinklers, stairwell width, evacuation plans.
1.3 Facility Construction
• Conceptual Design: Sketches/models by hand, computer, or 3D.
• Design-Bid-Build: Club bids the completed design to contractors.
• Geotechnical Engineering: Soil testing to ensure land suitability.
• Structural Systems: Bent-frame system often used (cost-effective, creates large
space).
1.4 Facility Management
• Key aspects:
o Scheduling (sports in season get priority).
o Maintenance (repairs, cleaning).
o Risk management (insurance, safety rules).
o Operating expenses (utilities, staffing).
1.5 Facility Inspection
• Ensures functionality, safety, and compliance.
• Includes building systems (lighting, HVAC), playing surfaces, and emergency
equipment.
Topic 2.2: Embracing Collaboration
2.2.1 Parental Involvement
• Parents are key partners in youth sport development.
• Levels of involvement:
1. Low – attend games occasionally.
2. Moderate – help with transport, attend meetings.
3. High – volunteer, fundraise, actively engaged.
2.2.2 Examples of Parental Involvement
• Volunteering at events.
• Transporting athletes.
• Fundraising initiatives.
• Supporting athletes emotionally.
2.2.3 Importance of Collaboration with Parents
• Builds trust and respect.
• Ensures athletes feel supported both at home and in sport.
• Enhances club reputation and stability.
2.2.4 Communication Triad
• Coach ↔ Parent: Training schedules, expectations, performance feedback.
• Coach ↔ Athlete: Guidance, motivation, technical training.
• Parent ↔ Athlete: Encouragement, emotional support, reinforcement of values.
➡ A balanced triad strengthens athlete development and reduces conflict.