Drop-out from elite programmes

Overview

Why performers drop out, burnout, early specialisation, cost and loss of funding, lifestyle pressures, injury management, dual-career and mental health support, the Duty of Care in Sport review of 2017, and trying a variety of sports.

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1. 1

   Why do performers drop out of elite development programmes?

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   Performers drop out because of injury, burnout, loss of motivation or loss of funding. Some leave when they are not selected.

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   What is burnout in sport?

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   Burnout is physical and emotional exhaustion caused by prolonged training and pressure. Burnout can make a performer lose interest in sport.

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   How can early specialisation increase drop-out?

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   Specialising in one sport too young can lead to overuse injuries and burnout. Early specialisation can also narrow a child's enjoyment of sport.

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   How can the cost of elite sport cause drop-out?

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   Travel, equipment and coaching can be very expensive. Performers without funding or family support may be forced to stop.

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   How can the loss of funding cause drop-out?

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   Funding is often tied to results, so a poor season can end it. Without money, a performer may have to leave full-time training.

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   How can lifestyle pressures lead to drop-out?

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   Elite training clashes with education, work and relationships. Some performers decide the sacrifices are too great.

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