Beyond the Scoreboard: Redefining Performance Staff Assessment in Elite Sports Organizations

Buchheit M, Schuster L and King R. Beyond the Scoreboard: Redefining Performance Staff Assessment in Elite Sports Organizations. Sport Performance & Science Reports, 2023, November, #210, V1

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⚽️ “Is Your Department Scoring Goals or Just Hitting the Post? 🥅”

🌟 “Goal Scorers or Benchwarmers? 🛋️”

💼 “Do Your Staff Deliver Results or Just Show Up? 🚪”

 

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Key Performance Indicators, or KPIs, are pivotal instruments in evaluating success, providing organizations with critical insights into their performance. In the world of elite sports, KPIs play an equally essential role. They serve as the compass guiding sports organizations, coaches, and practitioners towards achieving their objectives.

 

Why KPIs Matter 🤔

Understanding the significance of KPIs is crucial. They offer a structured way to measure, track, and assess performance in various domains. In the realm of elite sports, KPIs help dissect the complex world of team dynamics, player health, and support staff effectiveness. They provide clarity amidst the chaos and guide decision-makers toward informed choices. In this study, we delve into the world of elite sports, shedding light on why KPIs are essential, and what practitioners in the field believe should be prioritized in their evaluation. 🌟

 

Study Summary 

Objective: Address the need for a comprehensive evaluation strategy in elite sports, particularly professional football.

Motivation: The absence of clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in elite sports prompted debate about complexity versus infrastructure.

Method: Survey of 51 practitioners to understand their perspectives.

Findings:

  – 🔑 Highly relevant KPIs focus on communication, collaboration, self-reflection, and personal growth.

  – 🗣️ “Clearly established communication lines and responsibilities” among top-rated KPIs.

Applications:

  – 📝 Guidance for designing organization-specific evaluation KPIs.

  – 👥 Emphasis on non-technical aspects in staff evaluation.

Impact: Enhanced performance evaluations in elite sports for more holistic assessment systems. 🌟