Using sport to promote the well-being among Latinx immigrants in the United States.

This study examines the social, legal, and economic challenges faced by Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients, undocumented individuals, and the broader Latinx community in the United States, focusing on how participation in sport, physical activity, and community programs may mitigate these challenges. Using Latino Critical Race Theory (LatCrit) and Sport for Development and Peace Theory (SFDT) as frameworks, the research employed a 13-week ethnographic approach within a predominantly Latinx community in Houston, Texas. Findings reveal systemic racism and limited institutional support contribute to persistent adversity, while community-oriented sports and cultural programs serve as vital resources that foster inclusivity, resilience, and a sense of belonging. The study highlights the importance of collective action and sustained investment in sport-based initiatives to support Latinx immigrants' social integration and well-being, while acknowledging limitations related to researcher positionality and geographic scope.