Análise do esporte de base e captação de talentos no município de Sumé (janeiro – abril de 2024).

Abstract

The present study aims to investigate how public sports and leisure policies can impact the discovery of high-performance talents in the municipality of Sumé-PB. Thus, the specific objectives were: to indicate the public sports and leisure policies in force in Sumé-PB during the study period; identify the main factors that impact young people’s participation in sporting activities in Sumé-PB; evaluate the relationship between the implementation of these policies and the discovery of new talent in sport in Sumé-PB. The study adopted a methodological approach that included bibliographical, descriptive-exploratory research of a qualitative nature, the selection of the municipality and data collection was through a questionnaire applied to 62 athletes, following ethical principles such as informed consent and confidentiality. The analyzes revealed challenges such as the lack of infrastructure and financial resources for the development of sport in Sumé, despite the recognition of its importance by the community. Scholarships were identified as a crucial measure to encourage high-performance athletes. Based on the analysis of the results obtained, it can be concluded that the municipality of Sumé- PB faces significant challenges in attracting young talents for high-performance sports.