Examining the Level of Eleventh-Grade Students’ Interest in Sports Extracurricular Activities at SMA Negeri 22 Palembang

Ridki Fahrul Rahmat  Tulloh

Authors

Ridki Fahrul Rahmat Tulloh Universitas PGRI Palembang Author

Keywords:

Student interest, sports extracurricular activities, school engagement, peer support, quantitative research

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the level of eleventh-grade students’ interest in sports extracurricular activities at SMA Negeri 22 Palembang. A quantitative descriptive design was employed. The population consisted of 180 students, and 60 students were selected using random sampling. Data were collected through a closed-ended questionnaire using a Likert scale with 20 items. The instrument had been tested for validity and reliability prior to administration. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics in the form of percentages and categorized into high, moderate, and low levels. The findings revealed that 63.3% of students demonstrated a high level of interest, 30% showed moderate interest, and 6.7% were categorized as low. Personal motivation, peer support, and school facilities were identified as contributing factors. The results indicate that sports extracurricular programs play a significant role in fostering student engagement.

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