مدیریت استعداد در ورزش حرفه‌ای ایران: یک مطالعه فراترکیب

This study aimed to explore and synthesize the existing literature on talent management within the context of Iran’s professional sports using a meta-synthesis approach. The statistical population included all relevant studies on talent management both in Iran and worldwide. Through purposive sampling based on theoretical saturation, 22 studies (8 domestic and 14 international) were selected from 78 identified articles published over the last decade. Following Sandelowski and Barroso’s seven-step qualitative meta-synthesis method, previous findings were coded and analyzed to extract a comprehensive conceptual model of talent management. This model comprises five key domains: discovery, identification, selection, development, and retention. Data were analyzed through a three-stage coding process using MAXQDA software, categorizing the factors into 42 core codes. The reliability of the coding process was confirmed with an excellent Cohen’s Kappa coefficient of 0.833. To prevent talent loss, it is recommended to establish a national talent information system with standardized demographic, anthropometric, performance, and psychological data fields. Furthermore, developing national identification and selection guidelines for each sport, alongside professional certification for scouts and coaches, is crucial. The study also suggests mandating cooperation agreements among schools, academies, clubs, and federations to create systematic referral pathways; establishing a public-private joint fund with transparent criteria for financial aid, scholarships, and health insurance; and defining annual performance indicators alongside an independent monitoring unit for phased evaluation and gradual program expansion.