My research explores the digital transformation of disc golf—one of the fastest-growing sports—through the lens of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), focusing on SportsHCI and Human-Centered Design (HCD). Despite increasing reliance on applications, fundamental design knowledge remains limited. To address this gap, I develop a comprehensive framework for human- and meaning-centered design, using disc golf as a case study.

My objectives are threefold: (1) define foundational SportsHCI design principles; (2) develop and apply a human- and meaning-centered framework; and (3) examine how digital transformation shapes the roles, values, and interests of diverse stakeholders. The framework integrates flow, ethics, value-sensitive design, value propositions, and higher meaning, while emphasizing collaboration and addressing digital transformation challenges.