Talent Identification and Development in Sport: International Perspectives

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Identifying talent in athletes and developing that ability to its fullest potential is a central concern of sport scientists, sports coaches and sports policy makers. This book offers a comprehensive synthesis of current knowledge in talent identification and development in sport, from the biological basis of ability to the systems and processes within sport through which that ability is nurtured.

Written by a team of leading international experts, the book explores key factors and issues in contemporary sport, including:

genetics

secondary factors such as birth date, cultural context and population size

perceptual motor skill acquisition and expertise

sports development policy

in-depth case studies, including European soccer, East African running and US pro sports.

With an emphasis throughout on practical implications and processes for all those working in sport, the book offers an authoritative evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of contemporary systems for identifying and developing talent in sport. This is important reading for any student, researcher or practitioner with an interest in skill acquisition, youth sport, elite sport, sports coaching or sports development.

Language: English

Pages: 179

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Routledge

Release: September 29, 2011

ISBN: 0415581613

ISBN 13: 9780415581615

Talent Identification and Development in Sport: International Perspectives

Joseph Baker

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