Theses and Dissertations

ORCID

https://orcid.org/0009-0004-3945-9086

Advisor

Vickers, Brad

Committee Member

Wax, Ben

Committee Member

Sephehirfar, Mohammad

Committee Member

Smith, Kaleb

Date of Degree

5-15-2026

Original embargo terms

Visible MSU Only 2 Years

Document Type

Dissertation - Campus Access Only

Major

Kinesiology (Sport Studies)

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

College

College of Education

Department

Department of Kinesiology

Abstract

Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 seeks to develop a sustainable and competitive sports ecosystem, requiring a shift toward modern, data-driven training practices across professional and semi-professional clubs. This study examines the implementation and challenges of adopting modern training strategies specifically technology integration, injury prevention protocols, and specialized support among coaches in Saudi clubs, with a focus on factors influencing successful adoption. A mixed-methods design was employed, combining a quantitative survey (N=52) with semi-structured interviews (N=35) quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, ANOVA, logistic regression, and K-means clustering to identify predictors of technology use and classify coaches based on resource access and training philosophy. Findings indicate that although awareness of modern training strategies is high, implementation remains moderate and inconsistent. Coach education and access to resources were associated with greater adoption of advanced tools such as video analysis. Cluster analysis identified three profiles: aspirational adopters (high motivation, limited resources), resource-rich traditionalists (high resources with lower technology engagement), and integrated innovators (high resources and high adoption). Qualitative findings highlight cultural resistance and limited knowledge-sharing systems as key barriers. Achieving the objectives of Vision 2030 requires coordinated interventions that enhance resource access, strengthen coach education, and promote structured knowledge exchange to support effective implementation of modern training strategies in Saudi sports clubs.

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