Project Abstract

Abstract
The construction of a football academy building at the Federal Polytechnic Oko campus is a significant project aimed at enhancing sports development and talent identification among students. This research project focuses on evaluating the impact of the football academy building on the overall sports infrastructure of the institution and its potential benefits to the students and the community. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods to provide a comprehensive analysis of the project. The quantitative aspect of the evaluation involves assessing the physical characteristics of the football academy building, such as its size, design, facilities, and compliance with relevant building codes and standards. This will be measured through on-site inspections, measurements, and interviews with the project architects and engineers. Additionally, a survey will be conducted among students, coaches, and staff to gather feedback on the functionality and usability of the building. The qualitative aspect of the evaluation focuses on the perceived impact of the football academy building on sports development at the Federal Polytechnic Oko campus. Interviews and focus group discussions will be conducted with key stakeholders, including students, coaches, sports administrators, and community members, to gather their opinions on the importance of the facility, its potential benefits, and areas for improvement. The qualitative data will be analyzed using thematic analysis to identify recurring themes and patterns. Furthermore, the research project will also assess the financial implications of the football academy building, including the initial construction costs, maintenance expenses, and potential revenue generation opportunities. This analysis will provide insights into the long-term sustainability of the project and its economic viability for the institution. Overall, this research project aims to provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of the football academy building at the Federal Polytechnic Oko campus in promoting sports development and talent identification. The findings of this evaluation will inform future decision-making processes regarding sports infrastructure development and investment at the institution, contributing to the overall enhancement of sports programs and facilities for students and the community.

Project Overview

1.1   BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

The Academy of football or just The academy is a nickname of English football club westham United. The pays homage to the success of the club in coaching talented younger players. The title, originally attributed to the club by the club and is displayed in several prominent place around the stadium such as being printed beside the club crest on the artificial surface surround the pitch at upton park.

The original tribute intended to reference the entire culture of the club, in much the same way as the Liverpool “boot boot” it was not solely reserved for the education of young players, but also for the development of a modern approach to football from the root up as inspired by the success of the Hungarian national term featuring fence puskas that had humiliated England 6-3 and the great real Madrid side cup of the lates 1950s that dominated European cup.

1.2   STATEMENT OF THE RESEARCH PROBLEM

• Due to the complaint from both staffs and students regarding to football academy there is need to build football academy building.
• To determine proper location for easily accesses.
• To provide adequate space that will accommodate both staffs, football and some necessary facilities.

1.3   AIM AND OBJECTIVES

 

1. To determine a suitable location for football academy building.
2. To design the football academy building.

iii. To establish comfortable spaces in Federal Polytechnic football academy building.

1.4   SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

The findings of the study will significantly contribute to the design for football academy building in Federal Polytechnic Oko.

The study will also provide a suitable location for the football academy building, for easy access for student and staffs.

1.5   SCOPE OF THE STUDY

• This study is made to evaluate the location, design and space of football academy in federal polytechnic oko.It covered only football academy in Federal Polytechnic Oko not at Atani campus.

1.6   LIMITATION OF THE STUDY

The following limitations are inherent in the study

1. They were no register to access.
2. There were no much interesting students so; they find it difficult to accept the questionnaire from the researcher.