2.3 sports development continuum levels Flashcards
what is the sports development continuum levels?
the different levels of sports development/ activity
what are the different levels?
excellence
performance
participation
foundation
what is excellence level?
this is international/national/representative levels and at country professionals. this is often their main job/employment
what is performance level?
play at county/regional/ youth academy level, with a increased sporting ability. they must partake in regular training sessions to maintain
what is participation level?
play for school clubs/teams, taking part in a sporting activity. they make a few errors and play for enjoyment
what is foundation level?
beginner level were basic/fundamental skills are developed, like school PE
what do coaches use at excellence level?
critical performance analysis/video analysis.
specialist coaches (psychologist - mind/body behaviour and conditioning)
what do coaches use at performance level?
tactical development/refining skills/ focus on strengths and weakness/ analysis of own performance
what do coaches use at participation level?
verbal guidance/ encouragement/ sport specific drills/ develop technical skills
through structured and conditioned practices - focusing on skills
what do coaches use at foundation level?
visual guidance and demos/ breaking down skills into parts/ lots of praise and encouragement/ supportive aid and equipment
what qualities do foundation performers have?
low levels of skills and fitness
low motivation/mental strength
low commitment/dedication
don’t mind losing
little knowledge of sport
engage in highly structured activity such as PE curriculum
what support do foundation performers need to achieve these qualities?
access to quality teaching and coaching
access to facilities and equipment
parental support- transportation and financial
what qualities do excellent performers have?
high levels of skills and fitness
high motivation/ mental strength
high dedication/ commitment
have both winning and losing experiences
extensive knowledge
play at high level
engage in highly organised activity
serious competitor
their job/profession
winner- prizes/ fame/ recognition/ trophies
able to deal w media coverage/ spectators/ fans and games/ sportsmanship
what support do elite performers needed to achieve these qualities?
NGB support
high quality coaching
high quality facilities and equipment
using modern technology
sports science support
parental support- transportation
financial support- funding and sponsorships/ equipment cost/ entry fees
influencing employment and college support to allow dedicated time to sport- training/ performing
