Desenvolvimento Positivo no Futebol Jovem Feminino Um olhar para a perspetiva formativa no contexto desportivo

Abstract

This internship report was developed throughout the 2024/2025 sports season, within two age groups (12-18 years) of the women's football teams at Futebol Clube do Porto, as part of the requirements for obtaining a Master's degree in Sport Psychology and Human Development, with a specialisation in Pedagogy and Human Development. The document provides a comprehensive overview of the internship, detailing the activities carried out and proposed, and offers contextual information, concluding with a final reflection. Regarding the research component, the study involved 32 athletes (average age = 15.00), aiming to analyse levels of Positive Youth Development (PYD) and Personal and Social Responsibility (PSR). The findings revealed that the athletes held high perceptions of their personal (PR) and social responsibility (SR) levels, with overall high averages in both dimensions. Integration into the club and interaction with the various sports agents were key elements of my experience. Therefore, in addition to the specific reflections related to each activity, the report concludes with a comprehensive critical reflection that focuses particularly on my professional and personal development. This reflection explores the challenges faced, such as the demanding "lessons" that needed to be learned. It highlights improvements in emotional regulation mechanisms (self-regulation), among other aspects essential for effective adaptation to the demands of the context.