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Examining European Talent Development Environments: Athlete, Parent and Coach Perceptions
Barnaby Sargent Megicks1, Kevin Till1,2, Fieke Rongen1
1Carnegie School of Sport, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, UK.
Journal of Sports Sciences
|February 1, 2023
Summary
Stakeholder perceptions of Talent Development Environments (TDEs) in Europe were generally positive. Coaches rated TDE quality highest, while the Support Network received the lowest scores across all stakeholders.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Talent Development
- Youth Sports Psychology
Background:
- Talent Development Environments (TDEs) are crucial for optimizing youth athlete potential.
- Understanding stakeholder perspectives (athletes, parents, coaches) within TDEs is vital but often overlooked.
- This research addresses the gap in knowledge regarding how different stakeholders perceive TDE quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess and compare the perceived quality of Talent Development Environments (TDEs) across 5 European countries.
- To investigate the perspectives of athletes, parents, and coaches on TDE effectiveness.
- To identify specific areas of strength and weakness within TDEs from multiple stakeholder viewpoints.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 571 athletes, 759 parents, and 134 coaches from 27 sports across 5 European countries.
- Utilized the Talent Development Environment Questionnaire-5 (TDEQ-5) and adapted versions for data collection.
- Comparative analysis of perceptions across different stakeholder groups and TDE subscales.
Main Results:
- Overall positive perceptions of European TDEs were reported by all stakeholders.
- Coaches exhibited higher TDE quality perceptions than athletes and parents; athletes' perceptions were marginally higher than parents'.
- Long-Term Development and Communication were rated highest, while Support Network received the lowest ratings. Significant variation in perceptions was noted for Holistic Quality Preparation.
Conclusions:
- Talent Development Environments in Europe are generally viewed positively, with notable differences in perception among athletes, parents, and coaches.
- Areas such as Long-Term Development and Communication are perceived as strengths, whereas Support Networks require improvement.
- TDE leaders should integrate stakeholder feedback, particularly regarding holistic development and intangible factors, to enhance coordination and overall environment quality.
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