Routes To Sporting Excellence In The Uk

Question 1

Phases of talent identification

Answer 1

Phase 1 - assessed in a range of physical + skill based tests. Analysis of training and competition history

Phases 2+3 - physical + medical screening. Psychological assessment. Prepared for further training

Phase 4 - 6-12 month placement in elite training environment

Question 2

What is the world class programme

Answer 2

• financial support for elite performers. E.g. housing, living costs, coaching, equipment, clothing, medical support/rehabilitation
• athletes selected by NGB - national governing body

Support provided at two levels:
• podium - podium at next Olympics (2024)
• podium potential - podium at next but one Olympics (2028)

Question 3

Pathway health check

Answer 3

• involves “benchmark” testing
• physiological
• skills based
• assess effectiveness of funding + sport
• can lead to withdrawal of WCP funding

Question 4

Roles of UK sport

Answer 4

• Attract top level competitions to the UK
• Distribute lottery funding

Question 5

Strategies to prevent drop out of elite development programmes

Answer 5

• identify problems - potential stressors or difficulties
• media - teach strategies for dealing with the media
• medical - arrange medical intervention e.g. physiotherapy
• training - suggest training adaptations
• psychological support - teach stress management techniques