

#260 Dr Daniel Fortin-Guichard - What Makes a Great Athlete? Psychological Characteristics of Talented Players
5 snips Nov 27, 2023
Dr Daniel Fortin-Guichard, a psychologist specializing in talent identification research in sports, discusses the identification of 'sleeping' talent using psychological characteristics. They explore the role of self-regulation, attachment, and grit in talent identification, and the challenges of scouting young athletes. The concept of sleeping talent and the importance of psychological skills in talent development are also highlighted. The episode concludes with a discussion on current research projects and future episodes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Personal Journey and Passion for Sports Psychology
05:15 • 3min
Psychological Characteristics in Talent Identification
07:51 • 13min
Sleeping Talent and the Psychological Characteristics of Athletes
21:07 • 27min
Youth Talent Development and Parallel Squad System at a Football Club
48:36 • 2min
Current Research Projects on Talent Identification and Psychological Characteristics of Athletes
51:04 • 5min
Discussion on Future Episodes and Contact Information
55:52 • 2min