Which of the following is NOT typically considered a core stakeholder group in the global youth sport industry?

• A. Governing bodies
• B. Stadium owners
• C. Youth athletes and families
• D. Broadcasters/digital platforms

Answer: (B)

Stadium owners are not typically considered core players in the global youth sport ecosystem because their role is mainly as venues for events rather than as drivers of development or governance. The main forces shaping youth sport are the youth athletes and their families, who participate and fund activity; governing bodies, which set rules, standards, and development pathways; and media and digital platforms, which expand reach, engagement, and funding. These groups directly influence participation, quality of coaching, access to opportunities, and the overall growth of youth sport. Stadium owners, while important when events are held at their facilities, don’t usually shape programs, policies, or everyday participation in the way the other groups do, so they’re not considered core stakeholders.