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Gabriele Morganti; Alexandra Lascu; Gennaro Apollaro; Laura Pantanella; Mario Esposito; Alberto Grossi; Bruno Ruscello – Sport, Education and Society, 2024
Talent identification and development systems (TIDS) adopt a deterministic perspective (i.e. athletes' future state/performances can be predicted by observations of their initial state/performance), which encourages early identification and specialisation in sport. In this framework, the main aim of sport systems is to enhance predictability and…
Descriptors: Talent Identification, Talent Development, Athletics, Athletes
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Myers, Nicholas D.; Brincks, Ahnalee M.; Beauchamp, Mark R. – Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science, 2010
The primary purpose of this tutorial is to succinctly review some options for, and consequences of, centering Level 1 predictors in commonly applied cross-sectional two-level models. It is geared toward both practitioners and researchers. A general understanding of multilevel modeling is necessary prior to understanding the subtleties of centering…
Descriptors: Models, Statistical Analysis, Predictor Variables, Athletes
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Battles, Judy; Odom, Corrie J. – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 1982
Predictor variables such as physical abilities, social interactions, and psychological factors are considered by coaches in selecting athletes for team membership. (JN)
Descriptors: Athletes, Athletic Coaches, Athletics, Competitive Selection