The commitment Challenger Tour players make as junior athletes

Authors

  • Edward Horne University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • Matthew Haugen University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52383/itfcoaching.v27i79.73

Keywords:

Advancement, career development, commitment, professional players

Abstract

Professional tennis players competing at the Challenger Tour level were interviewed to further understanding of how professionals perceive their advancement. Results showed athletes make extensive commitments to facilitate advancement. Commitments that likely impact their career options after tennis. Implications and suggestions for moving forward are discussed.

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Published

2019-12-31

How to Cite

Horne , E., & Haugen, M. (2019). The commitment Challenger Tour players make as junior athletes. ITF Coaching & Sport Science Review, 27(79), 3–6. https://doi.org/10.52383/itfcoaching.v27i79.73

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