Paradigm Model of Emergence Typology of Anomalies and Corruption in Sport Hierarchical Levels in Iran with Emphasis on Human Resources

Abstract

Background: The research was conducted in the Paradigm Model of Emergence Typology of Anomalies and Corruption in Sport Hierarchical Levels in Iran with Emphasis on Human Resources. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to implement a descriptive-based survey in the qualitative research method in which the data was collected and analyzed by applying grounded theory. Methods: A library literature review with content analysis and a semi-structured interview with 20 experts and professionals in sport educational level, sport for all levels, championship level, and professional levels, which participated in the interview process with a semi-structured question-based. Data from the interviews were collected in open coding, axial, and theoretically analyzed. The present study was carried out in the context of a qualitative approach using the foundation's data theory method. Results: The results demonstrated that structural and behavioral antecedents had caused the change in attitudes of players, spectators, and fans and also abnormal effects such as players' domination, players' expensive salary, lack of meritocracy, and lack of socialization have concluded. Conclusions: A required infrastructure development on communication, educational, and event development has been selected as the key elements to reform the modification structure of these attitudes toward deviant behaviors