Athlete management
From age 14 through to and including pro level, Xsports helps athletes plan and take their next step.
- Ages
- 14 to pro
- Places
- By invitation or application
- Reviews
- Every three months
- Agent fees
- None
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
Pathway planning
A written plan with goals and milestones 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.
Trials, tests, showcases and tournaments
The right events at the right time, and advice on the move to a higher level when the athlete is ready.
Select teams and scholarships
Connections to select teams, scholarship programmes and specialists, including US college sport and European university programmes.
Agents and clubs
Contact with licensed agents and clubs through the Xchange network.
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
Xsports does not charge agent fees. Trainings, tests, showcases and tournaments are offered under separate agreements.
Licensed agents only
For athletes under 18 we do not negotiate contracts; families and legal guardians stay in charge. Xsports works with licensed agents, and contract support for athletes over 18 runs only through a licensed agent.
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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