mm- lesson 4 talent development

Question 1

reasons for using talent ID programmes (6)

Answer 1

1. all potential performers can be screened
2. performers can be then directed to the sports most suited to their talents
3. development process can be accelerated as a result of the information gained
4. efficient use of funding available
5. chances of producing medallists improved
6. Provides a co-ordinated approach between NGBs, EIS and UK sport

Question 2

disadvantages of talent ID programmes

Answer 2

may miss late developers
requires high levels of funding
requires large numbers to be tested to be of use
no guarantee of success
many sports in competition for same talent pool
high profile sports may attract more/ the best performers

Question 3

Talent ID key features

Answer 3

T= testing facilities of high standards
A= analysis of performers via a clear data base 
L= links between organisations involved in a talent ID ensure a co-ordinated approach 
E= Equal opportunities for all to apply
N= national development squads exists to develop through
T= talent spotting via high quality coaches

Question 4

Performance Pathway team

Answer 4

combination of EIS and UK sport expertise used to identify and develop world class talent

Question 5

5 main areas of focus for the Performance Pathway team

Answer 5

pathway front line technical solutions
pathway education
performance pathway health check
pathway strategy

Question 6

what is Performance Pathway team main aim

Answer 6

to identify new athletes with clear sporting potential and help them progress onto the world class system