Which of the following is not typically listed as a stakeholder in school sport programs?

• A. Athletes
• B. Sponsors
• C. Referees
• D. School administration

Answer: (C)

Stakeholders are the people or groups who have an interest in how a school sport program runs and what outcomes it achieves. Athletes have a direct stake because their safety, development, and opportunities to compete are on the line. School administration has influence through policy, resource allocation, scheduling, and alignment with school goals. Sponsors provide essential funding or materials, shaping what the program can offer. Referees, while crucial for fair play and smooth events, are typically viewed as service providers who officiate games rather than as groups with a stake in the program’s governance or outcomes. They support the delivery of the sport but aren’t usually included among the core stakeholders in planning and decision-making.