Multi-Intelligence (MI) Utilized by Sports Coordinators in Managing Events

This study aimed to determine the multi-intelligence (MI) utilized by the sports coordinators in Labo West District, Division of Camarines Norte in managing sports events. The respondents were the 64 school sports coordinators from 20 public elementary schools, selected through total enumeration. Using a descriptive-correlational design, the study determined the profile of the respondents, the types of multi-intelligence possessed, the challenges encountered, and relationship between the profile and multiple intelligence. Results showed that respondents were predominantly young adult, married, still new in sports coaching; the number of male and female sports coordinators is almost equal; and mostly handled one sports event,the multiple intelligences mostly possessed by the respondents is kinesthetics, while the least were musical, naturalistic and verbal. The profile was found not significantly associated of their multiple intelligence. Challenges encountered include inaccessible/unavailable instructional materials and insufficient knowledge and skills in line with the sports they are handling. The proposed intervention was the SCORE program (Sports Coordinators and Coaches for Optimal Resource Engagement) Recommendations included pursuing graduate studies, partnering with stakeholders, and applying diverse coaching approaches.