sporditegelaste

Sporditegelaste is an Estonian term that translates to "sports figures" or "sports personalities." It broadly encompasses individuals who are actively involved in the field of sports, not necessarily as athletes themselves. This can include a wide range of roles.

Within this category are athletes, both professional and amateur, who compete in various sports. Beyond the competitors, sporditegelaste also refers to coaches who train and guide athletes, managers who oversee sports teams or organizations, and sports officials such as referees and umpires who ensure the fair play of games. Sports journalists and commentators who report on and analyze sporting events also fall under this umbrella, as do sports administrators, club presidents, and members of sports federations who manage the infrastructure and governance of sports. The term can even extend to sports scientists, physiotherapists, and agents who provide support services to athletes and sports organizations. Essentially, anyone who contributes significantly to the operation, development, or promotion of sports in Estonia can be considered a sporditegelane.