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The Relationship Between Deliberate Practice and Performance in Sports: A Meta-analysis

Authors Brooke N Macnamara et al.
Publication 2016
Evidence Audit Verified 2026-10-20 · Next Review: 2027-10-20
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Study Summary & Academic Scope

Source and method

Meta analysis. Meta-analysis of deliberate practice and performance. The source covers Athletes in sports performance studies.

What the source reports

The analysis found deliberate practice explained 18% of variation in sports performance.

Scope of this source

The analysis describes group patterns across sports. Each learner builds skill at a personal pace.