Even objectively measurable variables like height can only be predicted with in a range, from adolescence to adulthood. In a number of athletic activities, motor skills such as hand-eye-coordination, timing and anticipation are thought to be crucial. Nevertheless, at sub-elite standard and below, there are many tall basket ball players and aerobically outstanding distance runners who will never excel. It is recognized that psychological factors often distinguish those successful at the highest standard from their less successful counterparts. Identification of the psychological characteristics that distinguish outstanding performers from their peers has been a goal of sports administrators and coaches in all
Even objectively measurable variables like height can only be predicted with in a range, from adolescence to adulthood. In a number of athletic activities, motor skills such as hand-eye-coordination, timing and anticipation are thought to be crucial. Nevertheless, at sub-elite standard and below, there are many tall basket ball players and aerobically outstanding distance runners who will never excel. It is recognized that psychological factors often distinguish those successful at the highest standard from their less successful counterparts. Identification of the psychological characteristics that distinguish outstanding performers from their peers has been a goal of sports administrators and coaches in all