Libro de Actas del III Congreso Latinoamericano y del Caribe e Investigación en Educación Superior- LatinSoTL- 2025

220 19 Chile U Catolica 16 7.00% 228.57 0. 44% 20 Chile Cobreloa 8 4.00% 200.00 0.50% Only the top 20 entries are shown in this table due to space limitations. The complete table is available in the full manuscript. Discussion Although previous literature suggests that larger clubs with strong infrastructure and human resources tend to perform better in operations and community engagement (Doherty & Cuskelly, 2020), this has traditionally referred to size in terms of membership. In professional sports, however, market size—defined by customer base or fan share—plays a critical role in regional growth and competitive balance (Rascher, 2005). The SCGI was developed to objectively measure club size through league titles and local market share. Its simplicity enhances its accessibility: whether Real Madrid or Herediano, stakeholders understand the significance of titles and fanbase. While international markets may be more relevant for some clubs, focusing on local market share and league titles ensures broader inclusion. For example, Champions League winners over the past two decades have come from only a few European countries, while in CONCACAF, Mexican clubs dominate. Applying thresholds of at least two league titles and a 3% market share helps validate club inclusion and reduce ambiguity. Conclusion The SCGI offers a standardized, accessible tool for evaluating sports club greatness. It contributes to sport management literature by clarifying how club size, market share, and competitive balance influence operational efficiency and sustainability. By applying clear thresholds, the SCGI ensures that only clubs with consistent success and significant market presence are included, promoting fairness and strategic insight. Beyond its practical applications, the SCGI project contributes to the SoTL field by demonstrating how undergraduate research can generate meaningful academic insights. The process involved systematic inquiry, conceptual grounding, and critical reflection—hallmarks of SoTL practice. By sharing this work, we aim to enrich the academic community’s understanding of how collaborative, student-centered research can inform both disciplinary knowledge and pedagogical innovation. Declaration of generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process During the preparation of this work, the authors used Microsoft Copilot to improve their English language fluency, as this is not their native language. After using this tool, the authors reviewed and edited the content as needed and take full responsibility for the content of the publication. References Ascani, A., & Balachandran Nair, L. (2025). Innovation and zombie firms: Empirical evidence from Italy. Research Policy , 54 (3), 105172. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.respol.2025.105172 Ávila, N. (2024, March 24). Top 10 de los que más hinchas llevan a los estadios en Colombia. Retrieved December 1, 2024, from AS Colombia website: