Objectives: This study explores the reality of strategic vigilance practices in sports clubs in Oman. Methods: A questionnaire was administered to a random sample of 162 participants which included members of boards of directors, club managers, sports activity directors, coaches, and players in Oman. Result: Institutions show significant gaps in competitor analysis and communication with authorities, leading to a shortage of technological expertise that negatively impacts service promotion. Sports institutions prioritize continuous service development to retain existing clients and attract new ones. Conclusions: The study revealed a need to promote a culture of strategic vigilance among all employees in sports institutions in Oman. It emphasizes the necessity of engaging marketing specialists to address weaknesses within the institutions and contribute to the development of marketing vigilance

The renewable energy transition has become one of the vital pathways for approaching climate change and promoting sustainability. The success of this transition, however, does not depend only on technical and economic considerations, but is mainly influenced by social and institutional factors that form acceptance and support. This study aims at measuring the contribution of social capital, the awareness of the energy transition, and the institutional context in increasing the level of public support for the energy transition among Sultan Qaboos University students. It adopts a cross-sectional quantitative approach, and data are collected through a multi-section questionnaire from a sample of 437 male and female students from different colleges, majors, and academic years at Sultan Qaboos University. These tools of the study measure the dimensions of social capital: trust, social networks, bridging, institutional linking, and student participation. They also evaluate objective knowledge and self-perceived awareness of the renewable energy transition, in addition to components of the institutional context within the university: the sustainability climate on campus, opportunities for participation, and trust in governance/procedural justice. The indicators of internal consistency (reliability) also show significant values: the Cronbach’s Alpha coefficients range approximately between 0.715 and 0.893 for the independent variables and reach 0.864 for the dependent variable. The results of this study show that most of the students fall within the high level of support (77.3%), with no statistically significant differences based on gender, college type, academic year, or previous volunteering experience. The ordinal logistic regression results indicate that the campus sustainability climate is the strongest factor influencing higher levels of support followed by trust in governance/procedural justice and general trust (TR). The bridging dimension (BB) does not have a significant independent influence after accounting for the other variables. This study emphasizes that increasing support for the renewable energy transition in the university environment requires strengthening an institutional climate which supports sustainability, promoting fair and transparent governance, expanding participation opportunities, and investing in building trust and strengthening institutional connections to encourage pro-sustainability behaviors.

Objectives: The research aims to identify the social responsibility of sports institutions in empowering women in the sports field, and to determine the factors that affect the achievement of this empowerment. Methods: The research sample consisted of working women in sports institutions (clubs - sports federations - Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth), players and coaches in various sports. The descriptive survey method was used as it is suitable for the nature of the study. Results: The most important results came in the need to enhance the role of sports institutions in empowering women in sports, support the rights of sportswomen and enable them to contribute effectively to all aspects of sports, from training to management. The ministry should support programs that enhance women's opportunities to participate in sports. Conclusions: The research underscores the vital role of sports institutions in empowering women in sports, highlighting the need for enhanced support and opportunities. It calls for the Ministry to implement programs that promote women's participation and rights within the sports sector.

This study investigates the key components required to build a sustainable sports tourism industry in the Kingdom of Bahrain in alignment with its Economic Vision 2030. Using a descriptive survey approach, data were collected from 267 stakeholders in the tourism and sports sectors. The findings reveal that Bahrain combines natural, human, material, and financial resources conducive to sports tourism development. Human resources emerged as the most influential factor, supported by professional expertise and a strong volunteer culture in Bahraini society. Natural assets including Bahrain’s strategic geographical location, islands, and heritage further enhance its tourism appeal. Bahrain’s expanding infrastructure and strong high-level leadership support reinforce its position as a regional sports tourism destination. However, despite this strong backing, the study found variation in respondents’ views regarding budget allocations, reflecting differences between the funding of major and smaller events. This pattern underscores the need to revisit investment strategies to maximize the sustainable economic benefits of sports tourism and further diversify the sector. The study also contributes to the regional literature by providing actionable insights for policymakers and sports institutions across Bahrain, the Gulf region, and international stakeholders.