Although there are numerous studies on talent, especially talent identification, development,
and selection, both on influencing factors and model construction or talent prediction, they …

Studies in talent identification and selection showed that more talented players usually
possessed better decision-making skills. Nevertheless, studies on this topic have not yet …

Social factors and psychological characteristics can influence selection and development in
talent pathways. However, the interaction between these two factors is relatively unknown …

Talent is one of the most significant factors to promote the development of sports
undertakings. The present study aimed to explore the factors affecting the identification of …

Background Better methods to support talent identification and development processes may
contribute to more effective and efficient athlete development programs in racket sports. Both …

Succession planning is becoming a focus point for discussion in business world as very few
organisations are prepared with their successors for occupying the position as and when it is …

This perspective focuses on the need for researchers and practitioners to carefully consider
the clarity and consistency of their language in the context of athlete development. Evidence …

Purpose: The aim of the present study was to investigate the influence of players' relative
age, maturation-related characteristics, and motor performance tests on two different stages …

Player development programmes in sports are considered crucial pillars for the
development of young players and countries' international sporting success. As resources …

Athlete selection is fundamental in elite sport, occurring regularly throughout an athlete's
development. Research in this area reveals the accuracy of these decisions is questionable …