Motivos por los cuales los futuros talentos futbolísticos en las escuelas formativas “Joga Bonito” y “Liga Deportiva Cantonal” de la ciudad de Zaruma, abandonan la práctica del fútbol a tempranas edades, la influencia social, física y deportiva

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to identify the factors that influence early abandonment of football practice among young talents from the training schools “Joga Bonito” and “Liga Deportiva Cantonal” in the city of Zaruma. The research focused on three main dimensions: social, physical, and sporting. A quantitative field-based methodology was applied, using surveys as the main data collection technique. The study involved 16 students between 12 and 17 years old. The results show that lack of parental support, physical overtraining, and pressure from coaches significantly affect the decision to leave the sport. It is concluded that the continuity in youth football is influenced by the social environment, physical condition, and the quality of the training methodology. It is recommended to implement comprehensive support and guidance strategies to prevent early dropout in football.