Routes to Sporting Excellence

Question 1

Roles of Schools

Answer 1

• Learn a range of sports
• Learn fundamental transferrable skills
• Provide links to local clubs
• Offers qualitifications
• Competitive fixtures
• However, coaching and facility quality varies.

Question 2

Roles of Clubs

Answer 2

• Competition is frequent
• Organised leagues and competition
• Nurture and encourage talent
• Specialist coaching, facilities and equipment
• Possibility for talent identification/scouts

Question 3

Role of Universities

Answer 3

• Combines performance with study
• High-quality competition
• Specialist facilities
• Involved in sports science research
• Awards sports scholarships and bursaries