A high school physical education teacher is finishing a unit on disc golf and the students have grown an intense interest in the sport. Which of the following strategies can the teacher use to encourage the students to enjoy disc golf for a lifetime?

• A. Having the students research local venues that provide opportunities to play disc golf
• B. Organizing in-school only play
• C. Focusing on exam over play
• D. Limiting practice to unit duration

Answer: (A)

Fostering lifelong participation in a sport happens when students can turn what they’ve learned into ongoing, real-world activity. Letting students research local venues where they can play disc golf gives them ownership and a clear path to continue beyond the class unit. They can compare courses, understand access, costs, and norms, and plan future rounds with friends, clubs, or leagues. This autonomy and connection to a community makes the activity feel present in their everyday life, not just a classroom activity, which supports long-term interest and habit formation.

Other approaches keep participation limited to school time, shift motivation toward tests, or end when the unit ends, all of which reduce the likelihood that students will keep playing once class is over. By guiding students to discover and engage with local opportunities, you set the stage for enjoying disc golf for years to come.