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A 10-component conceptual model, adapted from the SPLISS framework to reflect South Africa's unique socioeconomic and historical context, provides a structured benchmark for developing effective elite sport policies and resource allocation. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.METHODOLOGICAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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To contextualize an elite sport system model for South Africa by adapting the Sport Policy Factors Leading to International Sporting Success (SPLISS) framework to improve international performance outcomes.

September 6, 2026International Journal of Sport Policy and Politics

A contextualised analysis of elite sport policies in South Africa

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SMS. Mthombeni YCY. Coopoo HNH. Noorbhai

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Qualitative policy study reveals a 10-component elite sport model for South Africa, highlighting context-specific resource allocation to drive international success.

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To contextualize an elite sport system model for South Africa by adapting the Sport Policy Factors Leading to International Sporting Success (SPLISS) framework to improve international performance outcomes.
Conducted a qualitative research design utilizing semi-structured interviews with key elite sport stakeholders, including elite athletes and coaches.
Synthesized stakeholder perspectives alongside a comprehensive review of existing sport policy literature.
Conceptualized a 10-component model for international sporting success specifically adapted to South Africa's unique historical, socioeconomic, political, and cultural context.
Established a strategic benchmark for government authorities, sports federations, and agencies to direct elite sport policy development and optimize resource mobilization and allocation.

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Mthombeni et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a9d1eb628139818eab21d64 https://doi.org/10.1080/19406940.2026.2727431

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Qualitative policy study reveals a 10-component elite sport model for South Africa, highlighting context-specific resource allocation to drive international success.

A contextualised analysis of elite sport policies in South Africa

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A contextualised analysis of elite sport policies in South Africa

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