At the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Education of the University of Mostar, a roundtable titled "Path to Excellence - Sports Science and Practice" was held. Leading experts from the field of sports from Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia gathered, and the program of the Center for Research and Development of Elite Sports was also presented.

"We know that athletes from Bosnia and Herzegovina do not achieve the best results within an organized system; they are primarily the result of some microorganization, microenvironment, or solely individuals. We want to explain and implement this in practice to elevate sports in Bosnia and Herzegovina to a high standard," said Prof. Dr. Marin Ćorluka from FPMOZ.

Key topics related to sports science and practice were discussed with the aim of fostering collaboration and idea exchange. Additionally, the Center for Research and Development of Elite Sports (CIRS) was introduced, with the goal of enhancing sports performance through the application of scientific methods and approaches. CIRS presented its past activities and future plans, emphasizing the importance of synergy between science and practice in achieving elite sports results.

"There is no classic recipe for success. Behind everything is tremendous work, talent, and support. This support is often sought from numerous institutions, but the most important is the support from the closer environment, family, coaches, and clubs," said Damir Sekulić from the Faculty of Kinesiology in Split.

The panel discussion with leading experts from the sports field in the region provided an opportunity to consider the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in sports science and practice, providing deeper insights into the complexity of the path to sports excellence.

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