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Talent identification and women's soccer: an Australian experience
1Division of Sport Sciences, Australian Institute of Sport, Belconnen. deborah.hoare@ausport.gov.au
Journal of Sports Sciences
|October 24, 2000
Summary
This study identified talented female soccer players using anthropometric, physiological, and skill assessments. The 12-month development program successfully advanced players to higher-level teams.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Talent Identification
- Female Soccer Development
Background:
- Identifying and developing elite female soccer players is crucial for advancing the sport.
- Existing recruitment methods may benefit from supplementary objective assessments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and develop potentially talented female soccer players aged 15-19.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a structured talent development program.
Main Methods:
- Quasi-applied research model utilizing media recruitment.
- Assessment of anthropometric, physiological, and skill attributes over a 2-day program.
- Selection of 17 athletes for a 12-month intensive training and competition program.
Main Results:
- 17 athletes were selected for a 12-month talent development program.
- Following a 2-month pre-season and a 25-game season, 10 players were selected for zone teams.
- Two players progressed to state team selection within six months.
Conclusions:
- Selection based on anthropometric, physiological, and skill attributes is feasible for identifying potential female soccer players.
- Objective assessment tools for tactical and technical competence can enhance selection procedures.
- This program offers a valuable supplementary recruitment avenue for player development.