As we come to the end of 2023, I have taken some time to reflect on some of the exciting events and activities that were organised by, and involved, staff and students in the PESS […]
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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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The experience of two PME graduates attending the Physical Education Academy research gathering in Ankara, Turkey – Anthony O’Leary & Chelsee Snell.
This blog accounts the experiences of two students enrolled in the Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences (PESS) who participated in an international research initiative known as ‘The Physical Education Teacher Academy.’ The overarching […]
The Launch of the Irish Sport and Exercise Sciences Association – associate professor Tom Comyns.
On November 7th 2023, the Irish Sport and Exercise Sciences Association (ISESA) was launched on the Sport Ireland Campus in Dublin. The ISESA is the representative body for the Sport and Exercise Sciences community in […]
Publication: Ten top tips on scholarship and grant writing for graduate students in physical and health education
Summary: The purpose of this paper is to provide physical and health education graduate students with information on: how and where to find scholarship and grant opportunities; application writing do’s and don’ts; the adjudication process; […]
Publication: deportigualízate: enacting critical intersectional feminist pedagogy in Spanish PESTE
Research Impact Summary: Physical education is seen as a subject that can both entrench but also challenge inequities. The purpose of this paper is to explore university students’ experiences of engaging with a critical intersectional […]
Publication: Ankle and Plantar Flexor Muscle-Tendon Unit Function in Sprinters: A Narrative Review
Research Impact Summary: Maximal sprinting in humans requires the contribution of various muscle–tendon units (MTUs) and joints to maximize performance. The plantar flexor MTU and ankle joint are of particular importance due to their role in […]
The ‘Balancing Act’ and the PEPAYS landscape – Mairéad Grogan.
Physical Education, Physical Activity and Youth Sport policy landscape in Ireland The initial phase of my Research Masters involved identifying and exploring key stakeholders and their policies focused on physical education, physical activity, and […]
Publication: Coaches’ Perceptions of Common Planning Concepts Within Training Theory: An International Survey (Part 2)
Research Impact: Periodization is often advocated as the optimal planning method in coaching literature and education. Notably, Tudor Bompa, a leading expert, emphasizes its necessity, asserting “we either have periodization or chaos!” In this study, […]
Publication: Developing Decision-Making Expertise in Professional Sports Staff: What We Can Learn from the Good Judgement Project
Research Impact: In professional sports, forecasting, judgment, and decision-making occur in complex and ambiguous situations. These skills aren’t solely dependent on experience but can be trained and improved through focused education and well-designed decision-making processes. […]
Publication: Coaches’ perceptions of factors driving training adaptation: an international survey
Research Impact: The best methods of training planning are highly contentious and spark debate among coaches and sports scientists. Periodization is often hailed as the best approach. Yet, historical surveys have typically failed to provide […]
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