Student athlete career management: A systematic review

Abstract

The research aims to locate and examine articles discussing student-athlete career management worldwide, spanning from middle school to college. The targeted articles are those published from 2020 to 2024, in the form of English-language open-access research articles. The search involves the use of keywords such as “student-athlete, career, and management.” Data retrieval was conducted from two journal databases, namely ScienceDirect and Emerald, employing an article screening process guided by PRISMA guidelines. This process resulted in the identification of 5 relevant articles out of a total of 110. Screening was conducted systematically, encompassing the review of titles, abstracts, and full article contents to ensure comprehensive results. Mendeley software was utilized for article screening, and VOSviewer for data analysis. The findings indicate the necessity for future research to explore suitable support models for student-athletes, involving the engagement of government, schools/universities, and parents as mentors. This collaborative approach aims to establish a supportive environment for student-athletes, lessening the burden they face due to the demands of their dual careers.