2024-11-08 16:24:00
The day after the general meeting, Sport Austria President Hans Niessl, Vice President for Competitive and Elite Sports Thomas Reichenauer and Vice President for Popular Sports Peter McDonald presented the Sport Austria program for the next term of office (5 years) and also addressed this to the next federal government. The demand for a paradigm shift was also raised: away from the classic funding system and towards performance agreements.
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**Interview with Hans Niessl, President of Sport Austria**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Mr. Niessl. At the recent Sport Austria general meeting, you discussed a significant shift in how funds are allocated for sports. Can you elaborate on the proposed paradigm shift away from the classic funding system?
**Hans Niessl:** Certainly. We’re advocating for a new approach that prioritizes performance agreements. This would allow us to support sports organizations in a way that directly correlates funding with their tangible outcomes and achievements, rather than through traditional funding models that don’t account for actual performance.
**Interviewer:** That sounds like a bold move. With the current system often seen as a safety net, do you think this change will be widely accepted among sports organizations?
**Hans Niessl:** It may take time for all stakeholders to adjust their perspectives. Some may see this as a risk, but we believe that by emphasizing accountability and results, we can create a more dynamic and competitive sports environment.
**Interviewer:** What reactions are you expecting from the next federal government regarding this proposed shift?
**Hans Niessl:** We hope they will be open to these discussions. Our aim is to collaborate with the government to ensure that sports are seen as a service and not just a request for financial support.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, how do you see athletes and the public responding to this potential change?
**Hans Niessl:** I believe both athletes and the public may have mixed feelings. While some may appreciate the accountability factor, others might be concerned about the increased pressure on athletes. It would be interesting to see how this debate unfolds.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights, Mr. Niessl. To our readers, what do you think about moving away from traditional funding methods? Will a performance-based funding approach benefit our sports system in the long term, or are there risks that need to be addressed? Share your thoughts!
