Vocational careers of retired Olympic athletes from Switzerland: A person-oriented study

Description

The study investigates the educational and vocational trajectories of 341 retired Swiss Olympic athletes, revealing that their sports careers positively influence their post-sport educational attainment and occupational prestige. The research identifies nine distinct vocational career patterns, demonstrating that most athletes transition successfully into their professional lives, often achieving higher qualifications than the general population. The findings underscore the significance of dual careers in sports and the role of parental socio-economic background in shaping athletes' educational outcomes.