Abstract
The aim of this study was to analyze the relationship between basketball players that have participated in the Spanish national team at different age categories and their progression through these categories. This progress is differentiated according to sex. The data for this study contain information about 320 players (163 females and 157 males). Results show that only a small percentage of players recognized as talented young players reached athletic excellence when adults. The evolution of the level of participation for females and males was similar. There was a break in the continuity of participation when comparing under-16 and senior categories. This rupture is also observed in female players in the move from under-18 to senior categories.
Highlights
In sport science, the study of the factors that influence an athlete's development from the initial stages to expertise is very important
Though 41.4% were called to the U18 national team official final competitions, paradoxically, only 7% were called for official final competitions in the senior category
A quick observation of these results suggests that neither female nor male players in the U18 category are guaranteed continuity in official competitions at the senior category
Summary
The study of the factors that influence an athlete's development from the initial stages to expertise is very important. These studies have contributed to the detection, identification, selection, and development of sports talent [1]. They allow for the identification of factors that determine the progression and development of an athlete in several sport disciplines, which depends on many aspects, such as genetics, psychological factors, socio-economic situation, or the training process. Wolff et al [12] have indicated that these tests are inadequate
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