Occupation: Athletes and Sports Competitors
Athletes and Sports Competitors
Compete in athletic events.
Reported Job Titles (10)
- Baseball Pitcher
- Baseball Player
- Basketball Player
- Golf Professional
- Hockey Player
- Major League Baseball Player
- Minor League Baseball Player
- Professional Athlete
- Professional Golf Tournament Player
- Race Car Driver
Core Tasks (9)
- Assess performance following athletic competition, identifying strengths and weaknesses and making adjustments to improve future performance.
- Maintain equipment used in a particular sport.
- Attend scheduled practice or training sessions.
- Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
- Participate in athletic events or competitive sports, according to established rules and regulations.
- Exercise or practice under the direction of athletic trainers or professional coaches to develop skills, improve physical condition, or prepare for competitions.
- Receive instructions from coaches or other sports staff prior to events and discuss performance afterwards.
- Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
- Lead teams by serving as captain.