Routes to sporting excellence

Question 1

talent ID system

Answer 1

development path to become elite / top 1% in country

Question 2

phase 1

Answer 2

• runs a variety of talent recruitment activities
• starts with a general search for an individual with sporting abilities where individuals are tested on skill level
• tested on physical capabilities
• individuals competitive history is looked at

Question 3

phase 2 + 3

Answer 3

physical screening, psychological screening and medical screening
- athletes invited back will undergo in depth testing

Question 4

phase 4

Answer 4

conformation
- final stage where selected individuals will train for 6-12 months and undergo continuous assessment of suitability for elite sports

Question 5

world class podium

Answer 5

4 years away from medal winning capabilities

Question 6

world class podium potential

Answer 6

8 years away from medal winning capabilities

Question 7

world class programs

Answer 7

programs ensure athletes get world class support and funding which allows for
- top coaches
- high training levels
- competition support
- medical help
- technology access
- high quality facilities
to succeed at Olympics, athletes must compete and train full time - UK sport made an athlete performance award

Question 8

Role of UK sport in developing elite athletes

Answer 8

english institute of sport - provides sports and medical staff, gives athletes access to the best facilities, access to high level coaching staff and high level technology to aid training and test athletes
- performance pathways / para pathways
- biomechanics, performance analysis and S+C
- medical, soft tissue therapies, nutrition
- research and innovation

Question 9

Strategies to address drop out or failure rates at an elite level - identity

Answer 9

athletes are encouraged to work closely with coaches to identify stressors or difficulties early

Question 10

Strategies to address drop out or failure rates at an elite level - training advisory

Answer 10

athletes are helped to prepare how to cope with the demand of elite performance and prepare for life after sports

Question 11

Strategies to address drop out or failure rates at an elite level - medical intervention

Answer 11

Physical and psychological therapies

Question 12

Strategies to address drop out or failure rates at an elite level - performance lifestyle

Answer 12

Support to help athletes cope financially
- learn to budget
- time management
- sponsors
- negotiations