Research on Educational Sport

Identifying and prioritizing factors affecting the Development of Sports Federations’ Participation in the Process of Student Athletic Talent Identification

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Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

Atieh Shafaghat Roudsari 1
Mitra Sadoughi 2

1 Department of Family and Counseling, To.C., Islamic Azad University, Tonekabon, Iran

2 Department of Educational Governance and Human Resources, To.C., Islamic Azad University, Tonekabon, Iran

https://doi.org/10.22089/res.2025.18206.2669
Abstract
This study aimed to identify and prioritize factors influencing the participation of sports federations in student talent identification. Using a qualitative, exploratory–analytical design, participants were selected through purposive sampling and included 11 experts with managerial experience, academic background, policy-making knowledge, and direct involvement in federations. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews and analyzed using a three-stage coding process (open, axial, and selective) with MAXQDA 2020. Findings indicated that effective strategies could be classified into three main dimensions, organizational, operational, and informational, comprising 59 key indicators. Results from the Friedman test highlighted human resources, extracurricular programs, and social networks as the most critical factors. Credibility was ensured through expert validation. Overall, the study provides a foundation for evidence-based policymaking and enhanced collaboration between sports federations and educational institutions to strengthen talent development and human capital.

Keywords

Sports federations
student
athletic talent
development
participation

Main Subjects

Research on Educational Sport

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript
Available Online from 07 October 2025

  • Receive Date 07 July 2025
  • Revise Date 21 September 2025
  • Accept Date 04 October 2025

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