Background Information
2. In introducing the review the following points are made:
2.1 In developed western countries, scientific approaches increasingly are being used.
2.2 Skills and aptitudes shown at a young age do not automatically translate into talent development and performance.
2.3 Talent may be lost or never recognized because of lack of opportunities.
2.4 Lessons, practice and encouragement appear to precede exceptional performance.
2.5 Development patterns vary among individuals and different components develop at different rates.
2.6 Evidence suggests that it takes ten years of concentrated training to reach the highest levels.
2.7 Training must be directed at improving or developing a skill. It should be purposeful and goal-directed.
2.8 ‘Deliberate practice’ requires time, energy, access to Coaches, facilities and training materials and is not inherently enjoyable.
2.9 Children often would not practice if it was not for parental and individual encouragements. Children practice more when they are progressing and finding the practice pleasurable. Also, Individuals have to enjoy an activity before they can practice deliberately.