Supporting grassroots coaches in the development of their athletes
Title: Drive Author: Daniel Pink Topic: Human Psychology Appropriate for: Athletes, Coaches, Parents Overall rating: 5/5 – go out and get it now!!! Overview: I seem to have a problem. I can’t walk past a charity shop without looking at what books they have. On this occasion it reaped dividends – snagging this book for […]
Read More Book Review: DriveEsther is a sports scientist working for Orreco (a sports science and data analytics company), primarily working in the daughter branch of the company that focuses on the female athlete; FitrWoman. Esther recently was awarded an MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology at St Marys University, where she investigated the effects of the menstrual cycle on running […]
Read More Ask the Expert: Esther Goldsmith (FitrWoman)Having attended this year’s Athletic Evolution Annual Conference, while I have a moment, I thought I would take this time to reflect on what I took from what I would deem as a very successful and thought-provoking weekend. Dr Sean Cumming – Growth and Maturation in Youth Athletes Having recently attended a short seminar on […]
Read More Athletic Evolution Conference 2019 Review – Jake Peake (Guest Post)Ben Bradley is the Head of Academy Sport Science & Medicine at AFC Bournemouth. His role encompasses overseeing the Sport Science, Strength & Conditioning, Nutrition, Medical, Analysis and Psychology provision. He has amassed 7 seasons working in Professional football, including 6 seasons at AFC Bournemouth. Ben holds a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science from […]
Read More Ask the Expert – Ben Bradley (AFC Bournemouth)I was recently fortunately to be interviewed by Todd Davidson for the “Platform to Perform” podcast. In episode 8 of the Platform to Perform Podcast, we discuss: mistakes I made when first starting my business what university isn’t teaching up and coming S&C coaches how prospective S&C coaches can better develop their employability skill set […]
Read More Platform to Perform Podcast InterviewBarry Alldrick earned junior international medals in swimming and competitive lifesaving, Barry continued to coach voluntary for Lincoln Vulcans and Bournemouth Dolphins. In 2004, he became the Head Coach of Dorset Club Christchurch Seagulls leading a team of coaches and committed volunteers to nurture international Swimmers, Para-Swimmers, Water Polo Players and Tri-athletes. Early in 2014, Barry took on the Head Coach role at […]
Read More Ask the Expert: Barry Alldrick (Poole Swimming Club)This guest post was written by Andy Bruce of ACBcoaching, a previous contributor on the blog. Unfortunately, I was unable to attend the SPIDERfit kids YPLS course (which was hosted by former “Ask the Expert” guest Shane Fitzgibbon), so I asked him for his thoughts on it. Working in a school setting with pupils who […]
Read More SPIDERfit Kids YPLS Course Review – Andy Bruce (Guest Post)Jared Deacon is a former international 400m athlete. He has worked for UK Athletics, English Institute of Sport and is currently Lead Academy S&C Coach for Scottish Rugby in Edinburgh. Alongside S&C coaching, Jared has also coached international sprinters and hurdlers as a track coach including European, World and Olympic medallists. 1)What has led you […]
Read More Ask the Expert: Jared Deacon (Scottish Rugby Academy)The YSCA Assistant Coach course is an entry level course at the beginning of the YSCA coaching pathway. It is aimed at Coaches and Parents who have an interest in youth fitness and movement, but have no previous knowledge or experience in the area. I think the course is pitched perfectly with a good balance […]
Read More Course Review: YSCA Assistant CoachSean is the Strength & Conditioning Coach for Eton College, Windsor. Working in fitness & coaching since 1993, Sean moved to schools and youth coaching in the noughties. The current focus of his role is the development of a Health & Wellbeing programme for the boys that will help underpin performance both in the classroom […]
Read More Ask the Expert: Sean Boret (Eton College)