The Socio-Economic Importance of Grassroots Football in Russia: Possibilities for Research

N. Osokin, I. Solntsev and P. Zaytsev
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N. Osokin: Center of Sectoral Research and Consulting, Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russia
I. Solntsev: Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Moscow, Russia
P. Zaytsev: Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Moscow, Russia

Journal of the New Economic Association, 2018, vol. 40, issue 4, 184-191

Abstract: The article discusses the prospects of grassroots football development in Russia and the potential socio-economic areas that can be positively influenced by this factor. This study also provides and overview of the current financing system of Russian non-elite football as well as the long-term development goals set out in the 2030 Russian Football Development Strategy. The authors conduct a thorough review of scientific literature. Namely, the concept of social return on investment is discussed due its broad application in a number of empirical studies. Specific attention is given to research papers that analyzed the cause-effect relationships between sport and physical activity and healthcare, education, social inclusion and economic factors. In conclusion the authors summarize the main findings of previous studies and ascertain the feasibility of conducting similar research in the context of Russian football. Data accessibility and validity are highlighted among the potential barriers for conducting such a study. This sort of research could have high practical relevance due to the proactive initiatives undertaken by state agencies and the Football union of Russia in promoting grassroots football activates across the country.

Keywords: sports economics; grassroots sport; grassroots football; SROI; social responsibility; Strategy 2030 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Z28 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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