A qualitative study of talent identification and selection in youth soccer: talent scouts' perceptions

These results could help soccer coaches determine what qualities prospective talented players should have to improve their chances of getting selected for future opportunities, and thereby direct training for talent development initiatives.

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The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness
Published
2025-08-29
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https://doi.org/10.23736/s0022-4707.25.16996-x
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Physical Education and Pedagogy
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A qualitative study of talent identification and selection in youth soccer: talent scouts' perceptions

Alliance Kubayi, Heather Morris-Eyton, Walter Steenbok
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A qualitative study of talent identification and selection in youth soccer: talent scouts' perceptions

Alliance Kubayi, Heather Morris-Eyton, Walter Steenbok
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Abstract

These results could help soccer coaches determine what qualities prospective talented players should have to improve their chances of getting selected for future opportunities, and thereby direct training for talent development initiatives.

The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical FitnessVol. 65(12)
University of Johannesburg (ZA)
Openalex Percentile: Top 63%
Physical Education and Pedagogy
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