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This study aims to determine the potential of students in sports through talent scouting. This research is a quantitative descriptive study using survey methods and data collection techniques using test and measurement techniques. The population and sample of this study involved eighth grade students at SMP Negeri 1 Silou Kahean, SMP Negeri 2 Silou Kahean and SMP Orasi Indo Silou Kahean who were aged between 12-14 years in Kabupaten Simalungun. The data analysis techniques in the study by following the norm formula that has been prepared and validated by the Ministry of Youth and Sports namely Guiding and Sports Talent Development. The results of talent scouting for junior high school students in Desa Silou Kahean showed that there were no students who had high talent in sports. This is because the work of these students after returning from school is to help their parents farm so that they do not play activities according to the needs and development of children aged 12-14 years.