The Impact of Servant Leadership on Organizational Excellence in Sports Institutions in Misan Province

Abstract

Objectives. This research aims to identify the impact of practicing servant leadership on organizational excellence in sports institutions within Maysan Governorate. Specifically, it seeks to: (1) assess the level of servant leadership practice in sports institutions in Maysan, (2) determine the level of organizational excellence in these institutions, and (3) analyze the nature of the relationship between the practice of servant leadership and organizational excellence in sports institutions in the governorate.

 Materials and Methods. The researcher employed a descriptive methodology, adhering to its systematic steps and procedures. The research population consisted of sports specialists affiliated with sports clubs in Maysan Governorate. A random sampling method was utilized to select participants from several clubs, including Naft Maysan, Maysan, Dijlah, Al-Amara, Al-Risala, Al-Mashrah, Al-Amir, Al-Maimouna, Ali Al-Gharbi, Al-Majr, and Ahrar Maysan. The study involved 50 specialists for the survey sample and 239 specialists for the main sample.

Results. The findings revealed that the estimation level of the servant leadership variable among the research sample was moderate overall. Among the dimensions of servant leadership, the persuasion variable received the highest estimation, indicating a stronger presence, while the empowerment variable received the lowest estimation, highlighting an area that requires further development.

 Conclusion. The study underscores the importance of adopting a servant leadership style within sports clubs to foster organizational excellence. It recommends that officials promote servant leadership practices by organizing training courses aimed at enhancing the leadership capabilities of managers and sports specialists, ensuring a stronger alignment with modern management practices that support the sustainable advancement of sports institutions