Figueroa's Framework Analysis

One of the main studies that focus on the relationship between sport and sociology is Sport Sociology, it focuses on the effect of access and equity. As stated by Hede, C, 2011. PE. 2nd ed. Victoria: Oxford, sociology in sport is the scientific analysis of human society and culture that effects our participation in sport. Figueroa then went and developed a framework called Figueroa's framework which is made up of 5 different levels which puts Sport Sociology into those 5 levels consisting of cultural, structural, institutional, interpersonal and individual levels. Each of the levels contained within Figueroa’s framework connect with the others and they all contribute to shaping the overall joint effect. They show the different functions that

I will also be looking at some of the enablers and barriers, the reason being is that I feel like I would be an excellent professional Volleyballer because it is a sport driven by height and as I am 1.94m tall and as Hede, C, 2011. PE. 2nd ed. Victoria: Oxford states, the individual level of Figueroa's framework focuses on an individual’s values, attitudes, ideas, personality and genes I already have an advantage over most others when it comes down to the individual level of Figueroa's framework due to my genes. As well as the institutional level, I will also be evaluating the interpersonal level as it has a great impact on my participation in Volleyball. For myself the largest barrier would have to be in the institutional level as Redlands College has coaches to teach students basic drills. However the College lacks high level coaches and this makes it difficult for players to advance to a higher and more professional volleyball standard as the teachers can only teach them as much as they know. The most immediate problem I am faced with are access and and equity, however if the necessary strategies are put in place it will help me and the students at Redlands College overcome this barrier, because these obstacles have limited my participation and will have to be overcome to increase my future

In the VET context it means that people are provided with the opportunity to access, participate and successfully achieve outcomes. Access is defined as "opportunities to participate in sports of their choice". Redlands College has a high level of access and so do most other schools in the redlands area. This is due to Volleyball being offered as a summer sport at most schools in the redlands area. The schools then compete to see who goes on to the Met East carnival. Although access is good, the equity and resources of schools offering Volleyball is questionable as most other schools might not have the advantage of obtaining good quality balls, or have a indoor volleyball court to practice on. As I want to participate in High levels of Volleyball, access for myself and the students of Redlands College is very good as we have a high quality training facility, a serve machine, new balls and a weights room to increase fitness. With the facility being provided by the school and it not costing anything and the fact that we are free to train whenever we want are all good examples of access for