What Is Known About Athlete Engagement: A Scoping Review

Key Points

• Athlete engagement influences both performance and motivation, creating a cycle that impacts overall sporting success.
• The analysis identifies five key factors of engagement, with performance levels often correlating to athlete motivation.
• Scoping review of current literature on athlete engagement draws insights from various fields to understand psychological aspects.
• Findings support the need for further research on athlete engagement to improve training and support systems.