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Joris Corthouts

Other affiliations: Catholic University of Leuven
Bio: Joris Corthouts is an academic researcher from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven. The author has contributed to research in topics: Flemish & Sustainable development. The author has an hindex of 2, co-authored 9 publications receiving 16 citations. Previous affiliations of Joris Corthouts include Catholic University of Leuven.

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TL;DR: Based on the multi-dimensional framework of Damanpour and Schneider as mentioned in this paper, the work in this paper is a continuation of the work of the authors of the previous work, which describes the three phases of the adoption of innovation in organizations: effects of environment, organization and top managers.
Abstract: Based on the multi-dimensional framework of Damanpour and Schneider [2006 “Phases of the Adoption of Innovation in Organizations: Effects of Environment, Organization and Top Managers 1” British

17 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the authors investigate to what extent event participants have modified their sport behaviour as a result of the COVID-19 measures, and analyse the factors that determine participation in virtual events (real activities using an online recording platform).
Abstract: Research question Due to government restrictions because of COVID-19, all participatory sport events (PSEs) were cancelled. As a result, knowledge is needed as to how and to what extent participants of PSEs modified their sport behaviour to fill the void of event cancellation. Therefore, this study aimed to (1) investigate to what extent event participants have modified their sport behaviour as a result of the COVID-19 measures, and (2) analyse the factors that determine participation in virtual events (real activities using an online recording platform). Research methods A total of 2869 respondents completed an online survey which was widely disseminated in Flanders (Belgium) six weeks after the announcement of the COVID-19 lockdown. The sample included both event and non-event participants. Descriptive and binary logistic regression analyses were used to investigate how event participants adapted their sport behaviour and which factors determined virtual event participation. Results and findings Since the COVID-19 measures, event participants did not decrease the frequency but only the intensity of their sport behaviour. Based on social ecological theory, participation in virtual events could be explained by both individual determinants (e.g. motivation towards developing skills), and interpersonal determinants (e.g. previous participation in a virtual event). Implications This study contributes to research on the impact of COVID-19 measures and consequently the cancellation of PSEs on sport behaviour of event participants. Confronted with an uncertain future, the findings provide insights for event organisers to develop and optimise virtual event experiences in order to reach non-event participants as well.

9 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, an online survey was administered among a representative sample of 303 Participatory Sports Event (PSE) organisers, located in Flanders, Belgium, to construct and validate a research instrument based on the UN sustainable development goals, and to examine sustainability in PSEs.
Abstract: The United Nations (UN) considers sports as an important enabler of sustainable development. The popular and fast-growing Participatory Sports Event (PSE) sector can play an important role in this regard, however, research that measures and reports sustainability in PSEs is scarce. Therefore, the aim of this paper was to construct and validate a research instrument based on the UN’s sustainable development goals, and to examine sustainability in PSEs. To this end, an online survey was administered among a representative sample of 303 PSE organisers, located in Flanders, Belgium. A confirmatory factor analysis affirmed the social, economic and environmental dimensions of the instrument and provided evidence for its validity and reliability. The results reveal significant discrepancies between the three dimensions, with a noticeable lower score for environmental sustainability compared to social and economic sustainability. Furthermore, challenges are highlighted in the field of the civil society sector and in walking sports events. The findings also indicate that large-sized events are more likely to be sustainable. The current study can act as a foundation for future research on sustainability in PSEs and can assist PSE organisers and policymakers to increase the sustainability-related performance of the sector.

7 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the authors analyse differences in the usage of social networking sites (SNSs) between different sports organisations in Flanders (Belgium), more particularly between sports federations (SFs), fitness centres (FCs), and local sports governing bodies (LSGBs).
Abstract: The current study seeks to analyse differences in the usage of social networking sites (SNSs) between different sports organisations in Flanders (Belgium), more particularly between sports federations (SFs), fitness centres (FCs), and local sports governing bodies (LSGBs). Second, this study aims to determine which factors make that Facebook posts of SFs, FCs, and LSGBs draw the attention of (potential) sports consumers, depicted by the number of 'likes' per post. For one month, an exploratory desk research on Facebook pages of 82 SFs, 154 LSGBs, and 118 FCs was conducted. The results demonstrate that: (a) significant differences exist in SNS usage between the three organisations; (b) posting atmosphere or feel-good content posts is, among others, beneficial for every sports providers' Facebook post. The results of the current study provide employees of sports organisations with information about how a successful SNS policy can be developed to gain attention of current and future sports participants.

4 citations

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TL;DR: In this paper, a three-dimensional (3D) conceptual innovation model is proposed, in which three dimensions (i.e., "f" and "n" dimensions) are used as determinants of innovation.
Abstract: This study aims to address the limitations of current typologies and determinants of innovation by proposing a three-dimensional (3D) conceptual innovation model, in which three dimensions (i.e. ‘f...

2 citations


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TL;DR: Social innovation is oriented towards creative solution to the social problems and satisfaction for the social needs, with several characteristics including the sociality of objectives, the plurality of subjects and the creativity of methods as mentioned in this paper.
Abstract: Social innovation is oriented towards creative solution to the social problems and satisfaction for the social needs,with several characteristics including the sociality of objectives,the plurality of subjects and the creativity of methods and so on.Social innovation is always accompanied by the technological innovation as the former is a basic element of the latter.Therefore,only accentuating social innovation,fostering the concept of the social innovation,constructing an effective operation mechanism for social innovation,can we fit diverse requirements from modern society and develop a harmonious society.

160 citations

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TL;DR: In an emerging market like India, non-cricket sports leagues are rapidly rising in a web 2.0 environment as discussed by the authors, and sports marketers are using social media platforms to popularize these sports leagues.
Abstract: Non-cricket sports leagues are rapidly rising in an emerging market like India. With the advent of web 2.0, sports marketers are using social media platforms to popularize these sports leagues. How...

16 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the authors analyzed the influence of entrepreneurial factors (entrepreneurial orientation) and environmental factors (dynamism, hostility and complexity) on social performance using a symmetrical (Hierarchical regression model) and asymmetrical (qualitative comparative analysis) approach.
Abstract: The social function of non-profit sports clubs is undeniable, so analyzing the factors that influence their performance is vital. The aim of this study is to understand the influence of entrepreneurial factors (entrepreneurial orientation) and environmental factors (dynamism, hostility and complexity) on social performance using a symmetrical (Hierarchical regression model) and asymmetrical (qualitative comparative analysis) approach. The social performance of this particular type of organization is of great importance in an environment where sustainability from a social point of view is increasingly on the agenda of governments, organizations and society in general. A total of 209 Spanish non-profit sports clubs were analyzed. The use of two complementary methodologies has made it possible to highlight the direct positive influence of entrepreneurial orientation (EO) on performance in terms of social impact performance (SIP) and social causes performance (SCP). Similarly, complexity and dynamism have a direct influence on both types of performance, while high levels of hostility in the environment are related to low levels of social performance in both areas. The analysis of the interaction of environmental factors and sport entrepreneurship on social performance in sports clubs has not been previously addressed. Therefore, this study provides new information to elaborate on practical management implications for directors and managers of non-profit sport clubs.

14 citations

01 Jan 2013
TL;DR: In this article, the authors examined the case of the Tour of Flanders Cyclo, Belgium's most popular participatory cycling event, and found that individual behaviour and community resources were important to facilitate engagement with physical activity, which has implications for organizing participatory sport events in conjunction with other community targets.
Abstract: Social ecological theory describes how physical activity participation is influenced by various systems and targets. This study conceptualizes the organization of a participatory sport event as one such target and seeks to understand what other elements of the individual and community systems are important for event participants to be physically active. The case of the Tour of Flanders Cyclo, Belgium's most popular participatory cycling event, is examined. Data were collected from participants through an online survey both before (N = 1091) and after the event (N = 639). Although the individual profile of event participants was homogeneous, significant differences – especially in terms of physical activity participation – were found between the different event distances of 83, 133 and 259 km. Individual behaviour and community resources were important to facilitate engagement with physical activity, which has implications for organizing participatory sport events in conjunction with other community targets.

14 citations

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TL;DR: In this paper, the English Football League's (EFL) Voluntary Recruitment Code (VRC) was examined from a Critical Race Theory (CRT) perspective, and it was concluded that racial equality measures of this kind should be strongly interventionist and transformational in their policy intentions and ideological scope, and seek to challenge and disrupt dominant liberal discourses of meritocracy, race-neutrality, colourblindness, and the normativity of whiteness in professional football coaching contexts.
Abstract: This article offers an original empirical and theoretically grounded examination of the English Football League’s (EFL) Voluntary Recruitment Code (VRC): a positive action intervention designed to establish inclusive practices of coach recruitment and increase the representation of minoritised coaches in first team coaching operations at men’s professional football clubs in England. In doing so, it draws on semi-structured interviews with Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) at clubs (n = 5), football stakeholder representatives (n = 14) and minoritised coaches (n = 26) to ascertain their perceptions, experiences, and reflections in relation to three inter-connected areas of focus. Firstly, the operational and attitudinal implementation of the VRC at clubs. Secondly, the effectiveness of the VRC in engendering its intended operational and representational impacts at clubs. Thirdly, critical reflections as to the ways in which the VRC might be reformulated and reimplemented to stimulate the conditions through which equality of opportunities, experiences, and outcomes for minoritised coaches might be realised. Finally, the article will conclude from a Critical Race Theory (CRT) perspective that racial equality measures of this kind should be strongly interventionist and transformational in their policy intentions and ideological scope, and seek to challenge and disrupt dominant liberal discourses of meritocracy, race-neutrality, colour-blindness, and the normativity of Whiteness in professional football coaching contexts. In doing so, the article calls on the EFL to work consultatively with member clubs, football stakeholders, and minoritised coaches to develop a holistic legislative and pedagogical approach to tackling racialised inequities in football coaching, which incorporate strongly regulated and reformatory positive actions.

6 citations