A importância do voleibol no desenvolvimento de adolescentes na percepção dos pais

Abstract

The objective of this study was to verify the importance of Volleyball in the development of adolescents from the parents' perspective. This study is characterized as a qualitative, descriptive, and cross-sectional research that used a semi-structured interview with four parents or guardians of volleyball athletes from a team in Caxias do Sul - RS as a data collection instrument. The results indicated that entry into the sport was influenced by the context of the pandemic and motivated by family members, initially revealing feelings of insecurity, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Physically, although there were benefits such as weight loss and increased strength, challenges also arose such as injuries from repetitive motions and fatigue due to daily routines, requiring interventions such as strength training and chiropractic care. In the personal and social sphere, a significant impact was observed on the responsibility, discipline, and organization of the athletes, as well as the strengthening of emotional bonds within the sports group. Volleyball, therefore, proved to be a space for holistic development, serving as emotional, social, and educational support, transcending the limits of sports practice and contributing to the construction of the identity and autonomy of adolescents. [resumo fornecido pelo autor]