Talent Identification and Development in Sport - International Perspectives (Paperback, 2nd edition)

Identifying and developing talented athletes to their fullest potential is a central concern of sport scientists, sports coaches, and sports policy makers. The second edition of this popular text offers a state of the science synthesis of current knowledge in talent identification and development in sport, from the biological basis of talent to the systems and processes within sport through which that talent is nurtured. Written by a team of leading international experts, the book explores key factors and issues in contemporary sport, including: nature and nurture in the development of sporting talent designing optimal developmental environments long-term modelling of athlete development understanding the complexity of talent selection in-depth case studies of successful talent development systems. With an emphasis on practical implications 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.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	October 2020
First published:	2021
Editors:	Joseph Baker • Stephen Cobley • Joerg Schorer
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	206
Edition:	2nd edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-367-50198-3
Categories:	Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Sports training & coaching > General Promotions
LSN:	0-367-50198-8
Barcode:	9780367501983

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