Sports Governing Bodies, Structures and Functions for SS 3

Class: SS 3
Term: First Term
Week: 3
Age: 14 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Physical Education
Curriculum Theme: Sports Administration and Organisation
Previous Lesson: International Sports Competitions, FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games
Topic: Sports Governing Bodies, Structures and Functions
Subject Matter: National and international; Sports governing bodies e.g; FIFA,NSC,IOC,SCSA: Administrative structures and function at national state and local government levels primary, secondary and Tartary; Instructional

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils/students should be able to:

Cognitive Domain

• Identify national and international sports governing bodies.
• State the functions of various sports governing bodies.
• Describe the administrative structures at national, state, and local government levels.

Affective Domain

• Appreciate the importance of well-structured sports administration.
• Recognise the roles these bodies play in sports development.

Psychomotor Domain

• Participate actively in discussions about sports governance.
• Present information on a chosen sports governing body.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Physical Education for Senior Secondary Schools, Book 3
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Textbooks on Physical Education
• Charts showing organisational structures of sports bodies
• Flags of various sports governing bodies (e.g., FIFA, IOC)
• Video documentaries on sports administration
• Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important as it provides students with a foundational understanding of how sports are organised and managed globally and nationally. Understanding the structures and functions of these bodies helps students appreciate the regulatory framework that ensures fair play, development, and growth in sports. It also highlights potential career paths in sports administration.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Students should have a basic understanding of different sports and general knowledge of how organisations operate.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Sports Governing Bodies, Structures and Functions

Introduction to Sports Governing Bodies

Sports governing bodies are organisations that have regulatory and sanctioning functions for a sport or a group of sports. They establish rules, promote development, organise competitions, and ensure fair play.

Types of Sports Governing Bodies

Sports governing bodies can be categorised based on their scope:

1. International Sports Governing Bodies: These bodies oversee sports globally, setting universal rules and organising major international competitions.
2. National Sports Governing Bodies: These bodies regulate sports within a specific country, adapting international rules to national contexts and promoting sports at the national level.

Examples of Sports Governing Bodies and Their Functions

1. FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association):
   1. Scope: International (football/soccer).
   2. Functions: Governs international football, organises the FIFA World Cup, sets rules of the game, promotes football development worldwide.
2. IOC (International Olympic Committee):
   1. Scope: International (Olympic Games).
   2. Functions: Organises the Olympic Games, promotes Olympism, supports sports development through various programmes.
3. NSC (National Sports Commission – Nigeria):
   1. Scope: National (Nigeria).
   2. Functions: Coordinates and develops sports in Nigeria, formulates sports policies, manages national sports facilities, prepares national teams for international competitions.
4. SCSA (Supreme Council for Sports in Africa):
   1. Scope: Continental (Africa).
   2. Functions: Promotes sports development and cooperation among African nations, organises continental games (e.g., All-Africa Games), represents African sports interests internationally.

Administrative Structures and Functions at Different Levels

Sports administration in Nigeria typically follows a hierarchical structure to ensure effective governance and development from the grassroots to the national level.

1. National Level (e.g., National Sports Commission/Ministry of Sports):
   1. Structure: Headed by a Minister or Director-General, with various departments for technical development, facilities, finance, and administration.
   2. Functions: Policy formulation, funding allocation, national team management, international representation, oversight of national federations.
2. State Level (e.g., State Sports Councils/Commissions):
   1. Structure: Headed by a Commissioner or Executive Chairman, with departments mirroring the national structure but on a state scale.
   2. Functions: Implementation of national sports policies at the state level, organisation of state-level competitions, development of state athletes, management of state sports facilities.
3. Local Government Level (e.g., Local Government Sports Committees):
   1. Structure: Often managed by a committee or department within the local government, sometimes with a sports officer.
   2. Functions: Grassroots sports development, identification of talents, organisation of local sports events, maintenance of local sports grounds, promotion of community participation in sports.

These structures ensure that sports development is coordinated and sustained across all levels, from identifying talent in primary schools to preparing athletes for international events.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Explanation, Question and Answer, Visual Aids, Group Work, Guided Practice.

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engaging learners, Activating prior knowledge

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the students and asks them to name some major sporting events they know (e.g., World Cup, Olympics). The teacher then asks who they think organises these events and sets the rules for sports.

Pupils’ Activity: Students respond by naming events and suggesting organisations like FIFA or IOC.

Learning Point: Introduction to sports governance

Step 2: National and International Bodies

Time: 10 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation, Visualisation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces the concept of sports governing bodies, differentiating between national and international ones. Using charts and flags, the teacher explains FIFA, IOC, NSC, and SCSA, highlighting their global or regional scope.

Pupils’ Activity: Students listen, observe the charts and flags, and ask clarifying questions about the bodies.

Learning Point: Types of governing bodies

Step 3: Functions of International Bodies

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Detailed explanation, Examples

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher elaborates on the specific functions of international bodies like FIFA (e.g., World Cup organisation, rule-making) and IOC (e.g., Olympic Games, promoting Olympism). The teacher may show short video clips of these bodies in action.

Pupils’ Activity: Students watch the videos, listen to explanations, and take brief notes.

Learning Point: Roles of FIFA and IOC

Step 4: Functions of National and Continental Bodies

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Comparison, Localisation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the functions of national bodies like the NSC (e.g., sports development in Nigeria, national teams) and continental bodies like SCSA (e.g., All-Africa Games, regional cooperation). The teacher compares their roles with international bodies.

Pupils’ Activity: Students compare and contrast the functions, relating them to their local context.

Learning Point: Roles of NSC and SCSA

Step 5: Administrative Structures (National and State)

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Structuring information, Visualisation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses the administrative structures at the national (e.g., Ministry of Sports/NSC) and state (e.g., State Sports Council) levels, explaining their hierarchy and key departments. A simple organisational chart can be drawn on the board.

Pupils’ Activity: Students observe the chart, listen to the explanation, and understand the flow of authority.

Learning Point: National and state structures

Step 6: Administrative Structures (Local Government)

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Application, Simplification

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the administrative structure at the local government level (e.g., Local Government Sports Committee), emphasising its role in grassroots development and talent identification.

Pupils’ Activity: Students understand the local government’s role in sports.

Learning Point: Local government structures

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. Name two international sports governing bodies.
2. State two functions of the National Sports Commission (NSC).
3. Describe the administrative structure of sports at the state level.
4. Why is it important to have sports governing bodies?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Understanding sports governance

Step 8: Note-Taking

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Writing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils/students to copy the essential Board Summary notes on sports governing bodies and their structures into their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils/students copy the notes carefully into their notebooks.

Learning Point: Recording lesson information

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes

Teaching Skill: Summarisation, Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarises the key points of the lesson, reiterating the importance of sports governing bodies and their structures in ensuring the smooth running and development of sports at all levels.

Pupils’ Activity: Students listen and reflect on the lesson.

Learning Point: Consolidation of key concepts

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework

Instruction: Research and write a short paragraph on the administrative structure and functions of your state’s Sports Council or a local sports club in your community.

1. Identify the main officials or departments.
2. List at least three key functions they perform.
3. Explain how their work contributes to sports development.

Lesson Keywords

• FIFA – Fédération Internationale de Football Association, international football governing body.
• IOC – International Olympic Committee, organiser of the Olympic Games.
• NSC – National Sports Commission, Nigeria’s primary sports development agency.
• SCSA – Supreme Council for Sports in Africa, a continental sports organisation.
• Governing Body – An organisation that regulates and oversees a sport.
• Administrative Structure – The hierarchy and organisation of management within a body.
• Functions – The duties and responsibilities performed by an organisation.

Differentiation

For weaker learners: Provide simplified charts of the administrative structures and focus on identifying just two key functions for each body. Pair them with stronger learners for note-taking and discussion.
For faster learners: Encourage them to research a specific national sports federation (e.g., Nigeria Football Federation) and present its structure and functions to the class. They can also explore the challenges faced by these bodies.

Suggested Lesson Videos

Search YouTube for: “Sports Governing Bodies Explained” or “Functions of FIFA IOC NSC”

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, ensure you have visual aids such as charts of organisational structures or flags of sports bodies like FIFA and IOC. If possible, prepare short video clips illustrating the work of these bodies. Begin by engaging students with familiar sporting events to connect to their prior knowledge. Systematically introduce each governing body, explaining its scope and key functions, and then move on to the administrative structures at national, state, and local levels. Encourage active participation through questions and discussions. During the note-taking phase (Step 8), guide students to copy the Board Summary accurately. Pay attention to students’ understanding of the hierarchical nature of sports administration. For evaluation, ensure questions directly assess the objectives. The homework assignment allows students to apply their learning to a local context, reinforcing the relevance of the topic.