Historical roots and modern realities: Austria's sports ecosystem

IntroductionThis article provides an overview of the sport structure and policies in Austria, offering a comprehensive analysis of existing frameworks and potential future developments. It explores the historical evolution of sport policy, key legislative milestones, institutional structures, and po...

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Main Authors: Ivana Pranjić, Marko Begović
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Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-03-01
Series:Frontiers in Sports and Active Living
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fspor.2025.1498789/full
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description IntroductionThis article provides an overview of the sport structure and policies in Austria, offering a comprehensive analysis of existing frameworks and potential future developments. It explores the historical evolution of sport policy, key legislative milestones, institutional structures, and policy paradigms that have shaped the nation's approach to sports governance.MethodsThe study employs document analysis as the primary research methodology, examining regulatory regimes and national policy documents. A historical outline is used to contextualize the evolution of Austrian sport policies, followed by an in-depth review of legal and regulatory frameworks at national and regional levels.ResultsThe analysis highlights the structural composition of the Austrian sport system, identifying key stakeholders, governing bodies, and constituents. The findings reveal the strengths and limitations of the current sport governance model, with particular attention to legislative developments and institutional interactions.DiscussionThe paper discusses emerging trends in Austrian sport policy, potential areas for reform, and the role of innovative approaches in addressing contemporary challenges. The study contributes valuable insights to the discourse on sports governance in Austria and suggests pathways for future policy development.
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spelling doaj-art-d85a794f97c94923b5df7556be2d81a22025-08-20T03:40:28ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Sports and Active Living2624-93672025-03-01710.3389/fspor.2025.14987891498789Historical roots and modern realities: Austria's sports ecosystemIvana Pranjić0Marko Begović1Institute of European Sport Development and Leisure Studies, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, GermanyFaculty of Business Administration and Social Sciences, Molde University College, Molde, NorwayIntroductionThis article provides an overview of the sport structure and policies in Austria, offering a comprehensive analysis of existing frameworks and potential future developments. It explores the historical evolution of sport policy, key legislative milestones, institutional structures, and policy paradigms that have shaped the nation's approach to sports governance.MethodsThe study employs document analysis as the primary research methodology, examining regulatory regimes and national policy documents. A historical outline is used to contextualize the evolution of Austrian sport policies, followed by an in-depth review of legal and regulatory frameworks at national and regional levels.ResultsThe analysis highlights the structural composition of the Austrian sport system, identifying key stakeholders, governing bodies, and constituents. The findings reveal the strengths and limitations of the current sport governance model, with particular attention to legislative developments and institutional interactions.DiscussionThe paper discusses emerging trends in Austrian sport policy, potential areas for reform, and the role of innovative approaches in addressing contemporary challenges. The study contributes valuable insights to the discourse on sports governance in Austria and suggests pathways for future policy development.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fspor.2025.1498789/fullAustriasportpolicysport organizationssport funding
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