I’ve always had a thing for bikes. From racing in cycling events to wandering across countries with nothing but a tent, a stove, and two trusty wheels, cycling has been a constant companion in my […]
PESS Staff contribute to Spring CPD for Rehabilitation Specialists – Dr Phil Kearney.
The Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland recently hosted their Spring Symposium in collaboration with the Sport & Human Performance Research Centre at the University of Limerick. […]
Jacinta O’Brien Colour Run 2025!
We, second year Sport Science students, planned, organised, and hosted a 5km colour run on Tuesday 1st of April 2025. The run was in memory of a former staff member of the Department of Physical […]
University of Limerick Alumni Spotlight: Evan Talty
University of Limerick graduate, Evan Talty, who studied MSc Applied Sports Coaching in the Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences (PESS). Evan has over 25 years of experience in Gaelic Games, and recently joined the […]
Irish Rugby Injury Surveillance (IRIS): Continued Professional Development Evening for Participating Schools and Clubs – Laura Power, Kilian Bibby, Lauren Guilfoyle and Tabby Billingham
Continued Professional Development (CPD) is a large component of many sectors, including sports science. CPD events allow for opportunities for progressive learning, alongside networking with experts in the field and like-minded individuals. In a world […]
Policy Research in Physical Activity, Physical Education, and Sport – A webinar – Dr. Sven Messing.
In March 2025, the University of Limerick’s Physical Activity for Health Research Centre hosted a unique webinar titled “Policy research in physical activity, physical education, and sport: Shared goals, diverse approaches.” This event was organised […]
Irish Rugby’s Representativeness Issues Are Much Worse Than You Think – Kevin Volf.
Keith Earls’s book, Fight or Flight, is uncommonly interesting for a sports autobiography. One of the most memorable incidents recounted is of an unhappy and academically frustrated Earls getting expelled from St Munchin’s College in […]
Behind the Scenes as Deputy Chef de Mission for Team Ireland at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games – Dr. toni Rossiter.
The 2024 Paris Paralympic Games was a remarkable event, showcasing the incredible talents and determination of athletes from around the world. As Deputy Chef de Mission, I had the honour of being a member of […]
An Introduction to Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) – Tabitha Billingham.
What is REDs? Relative Energy Deficiency (REDs) is a syndrome of impaired physiological and/or psychological functioning experienced by female and male athletes that is caused by exposure to problematic (prolonged and/or severe) low energy availability (LEA) […]
Skill Development in Gaelic Games – Dr Phil Kearney.
It was an enormous honour to present on skill development at the Gaelic Games conference in November. My presentation, alongside many others, is now available: Some key points covered within the presentation: We cannot talk […]
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