Surveys represent one of the main research strategies used in social sciences as they save time and allow wide geographical coverage and different methods of data collection (Denscombe, 2014). As some board members are located in different countries around the world with different time zones, the online survey method proved to be the most beneficial and sensible research strategy for this paper. The survey also allowed the researcher to provide the participants with anonymity, encouraging honest responses . No identifying data was collected, and they were encouraged to complete the survey in their own time, taking as much time as needed. Participants engaged well and gave detailed responses. The development of the survey included an exploratory stage in which short discussions took place with the Pro Sport Advisory Board members to identify the main areas of concerns which must be explored through the survey.
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