Section 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.

Code 1981, § 50-12-42, enacted by Ga. L. 1989, p. 1786, § 1.