THE ROLE OF EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS IN THE PROCESS OF SPORTS TALENT MANAGEMENT

Abstract

The role of environmental factors in the process of sports talent management in the development of athletes is of particular importance. The present study analyses the international and Hungarian literature in the field of sport talent management, with a special focus on the application of the ATDE and ESF models. The aim of the research is to explore the effects of environmental factors and to investigate the interrelationships between factors that contribute to the success of athletes. Based on the literature review, the success of sport environments is determined by a number of factors, such as a supportive coaching environment, family, school and social background, and long-term development approaches. The results highlight that successful sport talent management requires a close alignment between micro-environmental and macro-environmental factors. The comparison between Hungarian and international research emphasizes the key role of coaches, while highlighting the importance of personal relationships and long-term coaching for the successful development of athletes. The results of the research provide a useful basis for the development of future talent management strategies and identify new research directions for domestic sport talent management. Organizational culture, a focus on long-term, diversified development and support from the wider environment are factors that have a significant impact on organizational success and effective talent management. Consideration of these different factors is essential in shaping the philosophy and day-to-day operations of a sport organization. The application of the ATDE and ESF models has many potentials for studies on sport talent management in Hungary.