Abstract:The purpose of this study was to identify who participates in elite athlete programmes (EAPs), student athlete selection of EAPs and perceptions of physical skill improvement, enjoyment, post-school options, and programme status. Research exploring EAPs has mushroomed since the 1990s. Much of this literature focused on coach development or coach education and the identification of gifted and talented athletes. Less frequently studies investigated the perceptions of elite athletes' learning, enjoyment, physical… Show more
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