In the era of big data, the capacity to produce textual documents is increasing day by day. Our ability to generate large amounts of information has impacted our lives at both the individual and societal levels. Science has not escaped this evolution either, and it is often difficult to quickly and reliably “stand on the shoulders of giants”. Text mining is presented as a promising mathematical solution. However, it has not yet convinced qualitative analysts who are usually wary of mathematical calculation. For this reason, this article proposes to rethink the epistemological principles of text mining, by returning to the qualitative analysis of its meaning and structure. It presents alternatives, applicable to the process of constructing lexical matrices for the analysis of a complex textual corpus. At the same time, the need for new multivariate algorithms capable of integrating these principles is discussed. We take a practical example in the use of text mining, by means of Multivariate Analysis of Variance Biplot (MANOVA-Biplot) when carrying out a systematic review of the literature. The article will show the advantages and disadvantages of exploring and analyzing a large set of publications quickly and methodically.

Although all sections of society experience periods of stress of varying intensity, there is one population that appears to be particularly vulnerable to stress and its harmful effects: students. Many studies attest to the high level of vulnerability experienced by this young and fragile population, exposed to situations that generate tension, doubt, and stress. Studies estimate that one in three young people suffer from somatic and emotional disorders and have difficulty managing their stress. What can be done about this situation? Based on a representative sample of students enrolled at the University of Lille (Northern France), our study aims to more accurately identify stress levels and factors among the student population. To do this, we conducted three surveys: a qualitative survey consisting of interviews (N = 165), a quantitative survey based on a questionnaire (N = 1049) and an immersive survey where students were invited to take part in an initial relaxation session (N = 22). For the interviews, we used the PSS (Perceived Stress Scale) method of Cohen et al. For the questionnaires, we used the self-administered method (questionnaires sent out and returned by email) with the online application “Survio”. We have thus tried to better assess the impact of sport and relaxation on student stress and determine the extent to which these activities can significantly reduce stress and its harmful effects on the health of young students. Our results show that the main stress factors are exams and uncertainty about the future. The main symptoms of stress are tachycardia and stomach ache. To manage their stress, students prefer to play sports and to go out with friends. Finally, we show a significant correlation between the practice of relaxation and the reduction in stress levels.

This article explores the emergence of the concept of glocalization in contemporary societies and more precisely, the glocalization of sport to highlight a social innovation borne through the interaction between global dynamics and local specificities in the development of sport. The glocalization, considered as a theorical framework to rethink local social innovation which answered to the limit of the globalization, is examined in this article through an in-depth bibliographic analysis conducted using the Lillocat metasearch engine (covering 354 articles since 1992 across 11 thematic areas, 29 of which are related to sports). The use of IRaMuTeQ software version 0.7 alpha2 (Interface for Multidimensional Text and Questionnaire Analysis) enabled comprehensive textual and lexical analyses, including frequency analyses, hierarchical classifications, and principal component analyses (PCA). These analyses were presented in the form of figures such as histograms, dendrograms, and word clouds, thereby facilitating the identification of lexical co-occurrence relationships and the understanding of emerging trends. Findings reveal that glocalization enables sports organizations to integrate global strategies with local cultural identities, fostering fan engagement, economic sustainability, and cultural diversity. Global events such as the FIFA World Cup, the NBA’s international expansion, and the Tour de France illustrate how global frameworks adapt to local contexts. Glocalization emerges as a strategic driver of social innovation, balancing internationalization with localized adaptation. This study provides insights for researchers and practitioners, considering glocalization as a theorical framework useful for the analysis of a local social innovation in the context of globalization and sport as a propitious field of research.

Studies focusing on the territorial impact of outdoor activities rarely take into account the use of digital tools, such as digital mobile devices and applications. However, these digital tools can serve as sustainable outdoor infrastructure. While digital technology is not universally embraced by trail runners today, consumer studies confirm a growing usage of digital equipment. To provide a concrete example of how digital tools are used and their potential, our study aimed to understand the patterns of digital use among trail runners in France. Through an online questionnaire study (n = 699), we found four main logics of digital use: (1) playful visit, (2) tourist discovery, (3) performance analysis, and (4) social use. Among all forms of use, the most commonly mentioned applications used by respondents during their trail runs were Strava, Garmin, and Suunto. Overall, trail runners demonstrated a high proficiency in digital use, with 95% reporting the use of these applications.

Depuis ces deux dernières décennies, une nouvelle tendance issue du phénomène de la mondialisation qualifiée de glocalisation aborde sous d’autres perspectives cette problématique. Ce terme concept figure dans le corpus interprétatif des ouvrages qui datent des années soixante-dix, traitant de thématiques anthropologiques et sociétales plus spécifiquement économiques et culturelles. Cette nouvelle tendance interprétative apparaît dans le vocabulaire sportif, à partir des années quatre-vingt-dix, notamment celui des sociologues britanniques Maurice Roche et Roland Robertson. Dans ce secteur économique, la glocalisation caractérise les stratégies marketing, entre autres l’effet des technologies de l’information utilisant le sport mondial pour conquérir les marchés locaux de certaines zones géographiques. Cette étude a pour objectif de réaliser un recueil des publications scientifiques sur le thème de la glocalisation du sport qui se révèle un champ de recherche encore récent et modeste. Il s’agit de traiter et d’interpréter une revue de littérature qui s’inscrit dans la lignée des travaux théoriques et empiriques abordant la glocalisation du sport. Cette synthèse exploite une méthode inductive permettant dans un premier temps d’établir un bilan quantitatif et qualitatif des publications scientifiques sur le thème. Dans un second temps, ce travail évoque par l’intermédiaire d’exemples, les stratégies économiques de la glocalisation à la conquête de nouveaux marchés soulignant par ailleurs de futures logiques interprétatives à d’autres études plus spécifiques et approfondies sur l’industrie du sport.

The study aimed to identify key themes in gender equality discourse within sport for development (SFD) literature, map their evolution, and assess the influence of sociopolitical contexts on gender equality approaches in SFD. The methodology involved a text-mining analysis of 526 English-language research articles on gender equality and sport development published from 2000 to 2021. The findings revealed a trajectory in the literature from an acritical stage towards more nuanced activation and liberation stages, varying across sociopolitical contexts. Key themes included the role of cultural norms, the impact of policy frameworks, and the emergence of intersectional approaches. The analysis highlighted a shift from focusing on participation rates to addressing systemic barriers and power dynamics within SFD contexts. While recent literature has developed more sophisticated analytical categories for examining gender equality in sport, there remains a gap in research exploring the role of sociopolitical agents in driving change. The study's semantic configurations align closely with international sports frameworks, suggesting a strong influence of global policy on local SFD initiatives. This research provides a comprehensive, data-driven overview of how gender equality discourses in SFD have evolved over two decades. It underscores the importance of considering sociopolitical contexts in designing and implementing SFD programs to promote gender equality.