Abstract
In this chapter, we outline key variables regarding nurturing talent in youth sport. To begin, we present four types of developmental activities that youth engage in, which are important for athletes' development Deliberate practice, play practice, spontaneous practice, and deliberate play. The role of the coach is also paramount for developing talent in youth athletes, and we provide a definition of an effective coach that is broken down into three components: coach knowledge, coach contexts, and athlete outcomes. Furthermore, we identify key coaching principles that should be implemented depending on the athletes' developmental stage. Finally, we examine the role of parents for developing talent. Parents offer several types of support for their children including emotional, informational, tangible support and companionship. We discuss how parents can fulfill these roles and also offer suggestions for how parents can support their children based on the type of youth sport in which they are engaged.
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