Description
Book SynopsisThis book takes a deep dive into the factors that lead to countries’ success in elite sport. While some researchers have suggested looking at the political, economic, demographic, geographic and cultural characteristics of a country, other scholars have advocated that meso-level strategies such as financial support, governance, and talent identification systems are the factors that need to be taken into consideration. Taking into account the two sides of this debate, the authors review and evaluate these various components. They go on to use this review to propose a new holistic framework of analysis that includes the macro, meso and micro-level factors that lead to national success in elite sport. This is a valuable resource for researchers and students interested in sport management, particularly the subject of sport governance. In addition, sports consultants and policymakers will find this to be an eye-opening read.
Table of ContentsIntroduction
Chapter 1. Measurement of Countries’ Performances and Successes in Elite Sport: The World Ranking of Countries in Elite Sport
Chapter 2- Literature Review on the Analysis of the Factors Behind Countries’ Success in Elite Sport
Chapter 3. Correlations Between Sport Results, Population, GDP, Area, and Research Rankings
Chapter 4. Why Do Population and GDP per Capita Not Have an Impact on Countries’ Performances in Elite Sport?
Chapter 5. What Are the Factors Leading to Countries’ Success in Elite Sport and How Are They Related?
Chapter 6. Expertise of the NSGBs, NOCs, NSFs, and SAs in Implementing Elite Sport Policies
Conclusion
