Evaluation of the Program of Indonesian Potential Young Athlete Training Centers

Abstract

This study explored the program evaluation of the national potential young athlete training centre. particularly the evaluation approach, using the Context model, Input, Process, and Product (CIPP). The triangulation data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, document studies and observation. The total population was athletes from 32 provinces, and the sample was 324 athletes representing each province by random sampling and 60 coaches from all province. Data analysis applied description frequency analysis, particularly SPSS. The research results indicate that this study evaluates the program of the national potential young athletes training centre by focusing on four types of evaluation. 1) Context Evaluation, 2) Input Evaluation, 3) Process Evaluation, and 4) Product Evaluation. Regarding the Context Evaluation, the results show that the program has a solid legal and policy foundation, and the government's intentions and objectives are excellent, but it still needs to be on target. Concerning Input Evaluation. The data were analysed by using the description frequency analysis, particularly SPSS. Context Component of support personnel is categorized as Good, Input Component in categorized as Very Good, the Process Components in is categorized as Very Good. Product Components in is categorized Very Good.The conclusion of this study for potential young athletes in Indonesia has referred to the achievements of athletes both at national levels.