Studi Fenomenologis Tentang Pengalaman Siswa Mengikuti Latihan Ekstrakurikuler Sepak Bola Di SMA Negeri 1 Adonara Barat

Abstract

This study aims to describe students' lived experiences in participating in soccer extracurricular training from a phenomenological perspective, to explore the meaning of soccer training for students in terms of personal, social, and character development, and to identify the challenges they encounter during the training process at SMA N 1 Adonara Barat. This study employed a qualitative approach using a phenomenological design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation. The participants consisted of 14 informants, including students, the extracurricular supervising teacher, and the soccer coach. Data were analyzed using the interpretative phenomenological analysis process, which included bracketing, horizontalization, theme clustering, textural description, structural description, and the synthesis of the meaning of experience. The findings revealed that students' experiences in participating in soccer extracurricular training extended beyond physical activity and constituted meaningful learning experiences encompassing physical, social, emotional, and psychological dimensions. For the students, soccer training served as a medium for developing social and emotional competencies through teamwork, effective communication, emotional regulation, self-confidence, discipline, responsibility, and positive interpersonal relationships. Furthermore, the students encountered several challenges during the training process, including demanding physical exercises, fatigue, minor injuries, lack of self-confidence, and difficulties in understanding game strategies. Nevertheless, these challenges were perceived as integral parts of the learning process that fostered resilience, discipline, and personal growth.