Athlete management
For young athletes with the talent to go further. One person who knows the athlete, their family and their sport helps plan the next five years: training, school and the right next step.
- Ages
- 14 to 21
- Places
- By invitation or application
- Reviews
- Every three months
- Agent fees
- None for under-18s
Who it's for
Athletes who already compete at regional or national level, and want a plan beyond the next season.
Spotted at a camp or academy
Our coaches nominate athletes from the Select programme and the Elite level.
Recommended by a club
Club coaches can nominate athletes they think are ready.
Families who apply
Tell us about the athlete. If we can't help, we will say so and suggest who can.
What we do
Development plan
A written plan for the season and the next three years, agreed with the athlete, parents and club coach.
Testing and data
Speed, strength and sport-specific tests twice a year, compared with the athlete's own results and age group.
School and education
Help choosing sport schools, planning exams around competition and keeping a plan B.
Club and league pathway
Advice on trials, junior leagues and the move to a higher level when the time is right.
College and scholarships
Guidance on US college sport and European university programmes: eligibility, video and timelines.
Media and sponsors
Basic media training and how to handle a first sponsor, with parents part of every conversation.
Health and wellbeing
Access to our physio, a sports nutritionist and a sports psychologist.
Family support
A named manager the family can call, and a plain-language report after every review.
How it works
- 01
Nomination or application
From one of our coaches, a club or the family.
- 02
Assessment day
Testing, a training session and a talk with the athlete about their goals.
- 03
Family meeting
We meet the athlete and parents together, and explain what we can and can't offer.
- 04
Individual plan
A written plan and a clear agreement, signed by the parents.
- 05
Reviews every three months
Progress, tests and the next steps, with the athlete, parents and club coach.
Our rules
Young athletes need guidance, not a sales pitch. These rules apply to everyone we work with.
Parents decide
Parents or guardians take part in every meeting and sign every agreement for athletes under 18.
No agent fees for minors
We don't take a share of any contract, transfer or scholarship for athletes under 18.
We don't negotiate contracts for minors
In football, only FIFA-licensed agents may represent players, under FIFA's rules for minors. We can introduce families to licensed agents when the time comes.
You can leave at any time
With one month's notice. The athlete keeps their plan, test results and video.
Data stays private
Test results and reports are shared only with the people the family chooses, under Swiss data protection law.
Questions
Is this the same as having an agent?
What does it cost?
Does my child have to train at an Xsports academy?
Which sports do you cover?
What if my child changes their mind about competing?
Apply or nominate an athlete
We read every application and reply within a week.
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