'How elite athletes are made' - a conversation with Mark Williams and the Conclave
The Talent Equation Podcast
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The Impact of Facility Access on Athlete Development
This chapter explores how the availability of facilities and coaching influences the training hours and success of elite athletes across different sports. It contrasts the specialized needs of sports like gymnastics with the more accessible nature of football, while considering geographic and socioeconomic factors in shaping participation rates. The discussion also addresses the coaching landscape, challenges faced by grassroots coaches, and the potential improvements needed in coach education to foster better athlete development.
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