The 2019 Masters will be remembered for the comeback of Tiger Woods and rightly so, as it was from a psychological point, an extraordinary demonstration of determination and resilience. However, the Masters this year again revealed […]
Author: PESS
The Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences is based part of the Faculty of Education and Health Sciences at the University of Limerick, Ireland. The department has a strong research focus with ever increasing metrics related to research. The department offers undergraduate and taught postgraduate courses in Physical Education, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sports Performance, Sports Exercise & Performance Psychology. In addition, we have a strong reputation for postgraduate research at both PhD and MSc level.
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Publication: Test-retest reliability of survey items on ownership and use of physical activity trackers
Research Impact Summary: In 2016 the most popular Christmas present in the USA was the fitbit. These wearables measures physical activity and are designed for the consumer to use for various purposes depending the product […]
PEPAYS Ireland Consultation (April to May 2019). Professor Ann MacPhail
The PEPAYS Ireland Advisory Board is currently reviewing the future direction of PEPAYS Ireland (www.pepaysireland.com). Members of the Board have agreed to connect with specific individuals / small groups of colleagues within the research community […]
PESS goes Stateside. Claire Walsh
At the end of the autumn semester, a contingent from the PESS department in UL travelled to the United States to present at the SHAPE America PETE/HETE conference. SHAPE (Society of Health and Physical Educators) […]
A day in the life… Dr Enrique Garcia Bengoechea
Hi Everyone, What does the life of a new Dean’s Research Fellow in Physical Activity and Health look like, I hear some of you musing… Well, if the period over the last two months or […]
Keep Youngsters Involved – Final Conference & Outputs (Dr. Joey Murphy)
In the past, it has been mentioned that the popularity and associated benefits of sport participation do not seem to be sufficient for retaining the participation of youngsters. Evidence suggests that participation peaks at 11 […]
Publication: ‘It’s not what, but where: how the accentuated features of the adventure sports coaching environment promote the development of sophisticated epistemic beliefs’.
Research Impact: The study of adventure sports coaching as a sub-discipline of sports coaching has been the subject of increasing research interest over the last decade. In this paper, we describe how the adventure environment […]
Why pursue a postgraduate degree in Applied Sports Coaching. Dr Philip Kearney
A recent article published in the Times suggested that a postgraduate degree gives elite sports coaches an edge. This article sparked discussions about the role of formal postgraduate courses in coach development. As course director […]
Gaelic Games for International Students. Aaron Calliham/DJ Collins
PY4122 is a new module that hopes to promote Gaelic Games and help explain some of the fabric of Irish society and culture to International, Study Abroad and Erasmus students. It is a full 6 […]
Book Chapter Publication: “Meaningful Inclusion of Students with Special Needs”
Research Impact Summary: From an international perspective, as presented in this newest edition, Sport Education (SE) offers the structure for more inclusive student experiences in physical education. Ensuring that students with special needs are truly […]
