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Introduction
I am a Lecturer in Sport Coaching & Sport and Exercise Psychology at Hartpury University. My research interests are to qualitatively explore social support among sports coaches and the influence of this phenomena on performance and well-being. In addition, I am interested in women soccer coaches experiences.
I am also Editor at UK Coaching Applied Research Journal.
In an applied context, I am UEFA B qualified coach within girls and women's football.
Additional affiliations
August 2019 - June 2020
October 2015 - September 2018
November 2014 - May 2015
Position
- Research Assistant
Description
- This position allowed me to develop research skills and improve my critical analyzing abilities and knowledge regarding data collection.
Education
October 2015 - July 2018
September 2014 - September 2015
September 2011 - July 2014
Publications
Publications (7)
Research on social support with sports coaches is limited, yet the benefits of social support on performance and well-being within other occupations have been widely reported. This study explored sports coaches’ social support resources over a six-week period to understand how social support resources may alleviate stressors. Longitudinal data were...
Objectives
Research on social support with sports coaches is limited, yet the benefits of social support within other occupations have been widely reported. This study explored sports coaches’ social network structures, the social support resources available to coaches, and the situations in which coaches use social support.
Design
Cross-sectional...
Objectives: Sports coaching can be an inherently stressful occupation because coaches must fulfill multiple roles and cope with various expectations. Further, stress and well-being have implications for coach performance. The objective of this study was, therefore, to conduct a systematic review of literature on stressors, coping, and well-being am...
Questions
Questions (2)
Hi guys,
I have a friend who is currently completing her Masters project and needs a couple more participants. If you are interested in any more information, are interested in being involved or could be me in contact with people then that would be much appreciated and thanks in advance. Just send me a message. A little more info is below:
What are we after?
An introduction to athletes, coaches, managers and support staff (e.g. physiotherapists / nutritionists, other performance staff) currently (or at least within last 2-3 years) participating at Olympic/Professional/National/ Commonwealth level. It could be an individual or team sport, since they will all be part of a broader ‘team/organisation’ which will have a culture. To conduct an interview convenient to you, lasting approximately 45-60 minutes. This will look to explore perceptions, thoughts and experiences of their sport culture and performance.
I am currently studying an MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology course at Loughborough University and am in the process of my writing up a research proposal for my dissertation based around the negative effects of psychological needs satisfaction and psychical activity levels in youth. Could anyone recommend any journals advice around this area? Thanks in advance.
