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Book Synopsis

The process of talent development (TD) is essential to success in any sport. Drawing on the latest evidence and a considerable experience base, the second edition of this book dispels myths about talent development and offers practical advice on the TD pathway from pre-school to elite level. Aimed at practitioners and other stakeholders involved in the TD process including coaches, scientists, administrators, educators, students, parents, policymakers and senior development athletes this is an up-to-date practical guide to TD in sport.

Written by experts with more than 20 years of experience in TD training, coaching and research, it covers key topics from deliberate practice and fundamental movement skills to designing and managing a TD pathway. It also includes contributions from professionals working in a wide range of sports, providing real-world insights into important topics including:

  • the recruitment process,
  • academy and apprenticeship preparation,

    Table of Contents

    Part I: Underpinning Talent Development Principles

    1. Myths and Truths in Talent Development

    Part II: Developing the Base: Pre-school and Early Preparation

    Introduction to Part II

    2. The Essentials of Movement, Confidence and Attitude

    3. The Child’s Ideal Approach to Sport

    4. Deliberate Play, Deliberate Practice and Deliberate Preparation

    Part III: Pre-Academy: What to Do Till You Select Your Chosen Sport

    Introduction to Part III

    5. Next Steps in Development – Below the Neck

    6. Next Steps in Development – Above the Neck

    7. Concerns and Considerations for Parents and Coaches

    Part IV: Entering the Pathway

    Introduction to Part IV

    8. The Recruitment Process; Making Pragmatic Decisions

    9. Academy Preparation – What Works Well (and Doesn’t)

    Part V: Making the Most of your Academy Apprenticeship

    Introduction to Part V

    10. How the Coach/Athlete Relationship Can Fly or Founder

    11. What Parents and Performers Can Do to Support/Supplement or Replace the Academy

    Part VI: Transitions, Roadblocks and Other Challenges

    Introduction to Part VI

    12. Preparing for Transitions

    13. The Talent Transfer Process – How It Works, How It Could Work Better and How to Make It Work for You

    14. The Rocky Road to Success

    Part VII: Management Considerations

    15. Designing and Operating a Pathway

    Part VIII: Conclusion

    16. What to Do to Stay Ahead

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    A Paperback by Aine MacNamara, Aine MacNamara

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      Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
      Publication Date: 6/10/2022 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780367560195, 978-0367560195
      ISBN10: 0367560194
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      The process of talent development (TD) is essential to success in any sport. Drawing on the latest evidence and a considerable experience base, the second edition of this book dispels myths about talent development and offers practical advice on the TD pathway from pre-school to elite level. Aimed at practitioners and other stakeholders involved in the TD process including coaches, scientists, administrators, educators, students, parents, policymakers and senior development athletes this is an up-to-date practical guide to TD in sport.

      Written by experts with more than 20 years of experience in TD training, coaching and research, it covers key topics from deliberate practice and fundamental movement skills to designing and managing a TD pathway. It also includes contributions from professionals working in a wide range of sports, providing real-world insights into important topics including:

      • the recruitment process,
      • academy and apprenticeship preparation,

        Table of Contents

        Part I: Underpinning Talent Development Principles

        1. Myths and Truths in Talent Development

        Part II: Developing the Base: Pre-school and Early Preparation

        Introduction to Part II

        2. The Essentials of Movement, Confidence and Attitude

        3. The Child’s Ideal Approach to Sport

        4. Deliberate Play, Deliberate Practice and Deliberate Preparation

        Part III: Pre-Academy: What to Do Till You Select Your Chosen Sport

        Introduction to Part III

        5. Next Steps in Development – Below the Neck

        6. Next Steps in Development – Above the Neck

        7. Concerns and Considerations for Parents and Coaches

        Part IV: Entering the Pathway

        Introduction to Part IV

        8. The Recruitment Process; Making Pragmatic Decisions

        9. Academy Preparation – What Works Well (and Doesn’t)

        Part V: Making the Most of your Academy Apprenticeship

        Introduction to Part V

        10. How the Coach/Athlete Relationship Can Fly or Founder

        11. What Parents and Performers Can Do to Support/Supplement or Replace the Academy

        Part VI: Transitions, Roadblocks and Other Challenges

        Introduction to Part VI

        12. Preparing for Transitions

        13. The Talent Transfer Process – How It Works, How It Could Work Better and How to Make It Work for You

        14. The Rocky Road to Success

        Part VII: Management Considerations

        15. Designing and Operating a Pathway

        Part VIII: Conclusion

        16. What to Do to Stay Ahead

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