O.C.G.A. § 50-12-42: Purpose of article.

The purpose of this article is:

(1) To promote the health and physical fitness of the citizens of this state;

(2) To promote participation in amateur sports by citizens of all ages and skill levels;

(3) To promote a state-wide program of amateur athletic competition, culminating in state championship competitions; and

(4) To promote state, national, and international amateur sports through the establishment of Olympic training facilities within the state.