The Promise of a Holistic Ecological Approach to Study Badminton Talent Development in Indonesia

Abstract

the current research in talent development using the holistic ecological approach highlights the vital role of the environment. Theoretically, athletic talent development's environment contributes to the success of youth athletes' transition to elite senior levels. The international achievement of Indonesian badminton seems to be inviting for investigation as it fulfills the criteria of successful talent development environment. Unfortunately, little is known about badminton's talent development environment in Indonesia. The existing research tended to focus on individual athletes and underestimated the environment as an important factor. This paper aims to review literature in talent development in sport concept and research from the holistic ecological perspective. The review would provide solid theoretical information served as the theoretical and methodological basis for research in talent development environment, particularly regarding badminton in Indonesia.