- E62 - Climate change and sport: The situation and changes needed for the future.by Loughborough University on 29th November 2023
Dr Russell Seymour (Senior Enterprise Fellow for the Institute for Sports Business) and Elliott Brown (Sustainability Project Manager at Loughborough University) talk with host Martin Foster about Climate change and its impact on sport and what Loughborough University is doing to help. Timestamps 00:00 - 03:14 - Introductions, Background and context of the episode03:15 - 16:49 - Climate change and its impact of sport16:50 - 30:16 - What strategies are in place and how can sports fans help?30:17 - 40:05 - What has Loughborough done to help this?40:06 - 49:52 - Changing kits every season, Car sharing and how you can help 49:53 - 51:49 - experience of sustainability in sport 51:50 - 55:17 - Thank you, links, final comments and goodbyes
- E61 - Anastrozole: What role can diet and exercise play in NHS drug treatment?by Loughborough University on 15th November 2023
Dr Mhairi Morris (Senior Lecturer in Biochemistry at Loughborough University) talks about the new NHS-approved breast cancer drug Anastrozole with Host Martin Foster. They also discuss how exercise and diet can help in preventing breast cancer alongside other topics.Timestamps 00:00 - 07:20 - Introductions to the guest, background and current projects07:21 - 11:29 - Breast cancer: how common is it?11:30 - 16:42 - Prevention: health, exercise and diet16:43 - 21:40 - Anastrozole: the new NHS-approved drug21:41 - 29:51 - How big is the effect of physical activity? 29:52 - 34:27 - Round up, thank you to guest and links for further learning
- E60 - Optimising athletic performance - lessons from the animal kingdomby Loughborough University on 1st November 2023
Dr Mark Burnley (Senior lecturer at Loughborough University) talks to host Stuart McErlain-Naylor about how the study of animals can aid athlete endurance training alongside other performance parameters. Timestamps 00:00 - 07:49 - Introduction to guest and background in field and research of the subject 07:50 - 14:34 - What is the speed duration relationship?14:35 - 18:55 - Why can we benefit from knowledge from the Animal Kingdom?18:56 - 30:01 - How do we control and measure what animals do? 30:02 - 34:13 - How does motivation become an issue when measuring animals? 34:14 - 43:31 - General trends that have emerged from this research43:32 - 45:19 - Mythbusting on the accumulation of lactate45:20 - 48:33 - How can Animals affect the future of Athletes?48:34 - 51:41 - “Lions don’t warm up in the jungle” - Is there truth behind the saying? 51:42 - 53:41 - Final thoughts, Thank you, links and Goodbyes
- E59 - Weight loss drugs, behaviour change and weight management strategiesby Loughborough University on 18th October 2023
Dr Claire Madigan (Senior research associate with CLIMB: The Centre for Lifestyle Medicine and Behaviour) talks to host Martin Foster about weight loss, the new ‘magic pill’, exercise, what can be done to help people lose weight effectively and healthily without doing more harm than good as well as what needs to be put in place to help lower obesity rates in the UKTimestamps 00:00 - 02:30 - Introductions to guest, background in weight management, PHD and previous work02:31 - 11:23 - The weight loss ‘magic pill’ has it finally arrived?11:24 - 15:28 - Tier 1,2,3,4 and how behaviour change is important to each tier15:29 - 19:57 - Is there a standard model for behaviour change or is it individualised?19:58 - 23:41 - Nutrition, social support and diet, but is exercise the missing ingredient? 23:42 - 25:14 - What does the drug actually do? 25:15 - 27:12 - The starting point of weight loss is nutrition27:13 - 35:40 - How do we stop this becoming an issue?35:41 - 39:10 - What can we do to assist with treatment and prevention of obesity?39:11 - 41:57 - How can we change readily available food to assist with children’s nutrition41:58 - 45:33 - Recap on episode45:34 - 47:04 - Thank you, links and goodbyes
- E58 - Golf equipment and how manufacturers and researchers can benefit playersby Loughborough University on 4th October 2023
Jonathan ‘Jono’ Shepherd (Head of Performance Research at PING golf) and Doctor Aimee Mears (Senior Lecturer in Sports Technology at Loughborough University) discuss golf equipment, and how manufactures and research can work together to benefit players both expert and amateur with host Stuart McErlain-Naylor.Timestamps 00:00 - 04:19 - Introductions to guests, background in golf and sports technology04:20 - 11:18 - What is the performance research centre and what does it do?11:19 - 21:12 - The interaction between the player and the equipment 21:13 - 28:32 - What technology are being used and how that helps achieve the aims of the industry?28:33 - 30:26 - Variability of human movement or maximum performance 30:27 - 34:56 - Should you based equipment decisions off what the pros use? 34:57 - 37:57 - Speed, accuracy and the sweet spot in golf37:58 - 44:36 - Would golf clubs be different between men and women? 44:37 - 46:18 - How good are people at judging golf equipment for themselves46:19 - 49:14 - Conclusion, links and goodbyes from guests
- E57 - 'Choking' and performance under pressure in golfby Loughborough University on 27th September 2023
Professor Karl Steptoe (Sport and Performance Psychology Lead) and Professor Denise Hill (Associate Professor in Sport Psychology, Sport and Exercise Sciences) discuss 'choking' and performance under pressure in golf with host Martin Foster. The trio discuss the psychology behind choking as well as ways to manage and prepare for big moments. Timestamps 00:00 - 09:19 - Introductions to Guests, background in Golf and Handicaps09:20 - 13:56 - “The psychology of golf performance under pressure” 13:57 - 24:17 - What is Choking?24:18 - 32:32 - How many people experience choking and is there a way to know?32:33 - 36:53 - Two pathways to choking36:54 - 55:10 - How do we prepare and counter choking?55:11 - 1:00:00 - Final conclusions, thank yous and goodbyes
- E56 - Training load monitoring in elite sport: Limitations and lessons from medicineby Loughborough University on 12th September 2023
Stuart McErlain-Naylor and Franco Impellizzeri (Sports Coach in Clinical Science and Professor of Sports, Exercise and Science in Medicine at the University of Technology Sydney) talk about the training load training load monitoring in elite sports, the limitations of this as well as the lessons that can be taken from medicine to assist the development of knowledge in this area.Timestamps:00:00 - 04:23 - Introductions and career background of our guest 04:24 - 14:10 - What is training load?14:11 - 19:47 - How is this currently being applied in elite sports settings?19:48 - 25:42 - Will coaches use this in real time to advance training sessions?25:43 - 29:11 - What are the current limitations with how load limitations are being used now?29:12 - 34:50 - What should future studies do differently? 34:51 - 42:25 - How would this research be done in other fields and what can be learnt from that?42:26 - 45:15- How can we improve the dialogue between academic and practise of sport science?45:16 - 53:00 - Where do you see train load monitoring in the next 5 years?53:01 - 53:44 - Outro
- E55 - Sport in the Metaverseby Loughborough University on 30th August 2023
Aaron Smith (Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Loughborough University) and Ben Shields (Senior Lecturer in Managerial Communication at MIT Sloan School of Management) sit down with host Martin Foster to discuss the Metaverse, as well as its impact on the future of sport. Timestamps: 00:00 – 04:01 Introduction and career background on our guests 04:02 – 12:54 What is the Metaverse? 12:55 – 23:41 The evolution of the Metaverse 23:42 – 29:26 Development opportunities for "Sportiverse" 29:27 – 46:46 How it may impact the business, performance and fan experience 46:47 – 50:45 Potential issues & how they should be tackled 50:46 – 99:99 Episode recap and conclusion
- E54 - The future of women's sportby Loughborough University on 15th August 2023
Sue Anstiss (alumna, founder and CEO of Fearless Women) sits down with host Martin Foster to discuss the future of women’s sport, putting great emphasis on women’s football. She tackles the prevalent exclusion and inequality women may face within the field and argues for the increase of equity before reflecting on how it may evolve in the next 10 years. Timestamps: 00:00 – 03:54 Introduction and career background on our guest 03:55 – 10:24 The driving factors of women’s sport 10:25 – 19:44 The impact of primary school PE programs 19:45 – 29:36 Female exclusion and inequality in sport environments 29:37 – 36:47 Necessary elements towards the further growth of women’s sport 36:48 – 42:13 The future of women’s sport – equality vs equity 42:14 – 44:49 Episode recap and conclusion
- E53 - Injury prevention and management in women's footballby Loughborough University on 9th August 2023
Dr Katrine Kryger (medical researcher at FIFA) sits down with host Martin Foster and co-host Rebecca Sawiuk to discuss the occurrence and prevalence of injuries in women’s football, tackling all factors that may affect the risk level, as well as how facilities and equipment impact performance. Timestamps:00:00 – 01:26 Introduction & background into our guest 01:27 – 10:42 The prevalence of women’s injuries in sport 10:43 – 21:42 Factors that affect the level of injury risk 21:43 – 39:43 The impact of facilities and football boots 39:44 – 42:23 Adapting the design and size of the football 42:24 – 47:40 Injury prevention and future research 47:41 – 50:15 Episode recap and conclusion
- E52 - The rise of diversity in women's footballby Loughborough University on 2nd August 2023
Aditi Chauhan, professional footballer and Loughborough alumna, sits down with host Martin Foster to discuss her experience and career journey, her time at Loughborough University, as well as diving into the evolution of women’s football and the rise of diversity in sport in recent years. Timestamps:00:00 – 07:38 Introduction & background on our guest 07:39 – 11:47 Aditi’s time at Loughborough 11:48 – 23:40 The evolution of women’s football & the contrast between the UK and India 23:41 – 31:45 Inequality within women’s football 31:46 – 39:24 The future of women’s sport in India 39:25 – 45:54 The rise of diversity in sport 45:55 – 48:24 Episode recap and conclusion
- Navigating Local Systems: A mini-revolution in Wakefieldby Andy Morgan on 31st July 2023
The Navigating Local Systems (NLS) work began in the autumn of 2019 and sits alongside the work of Sport England's Local Delivery Pilots. This episode focuses on that work in Wakefield.NLS helps people and organisations to better understand and connect local systems through developing their knowledge, skills and capacity to drive the change needed to increase physical activity within local communities where the need is the greatest. We go through the approach taken so far:· Doing things differently· Positivity and energy building· All leading together· We're more connected· Learning new skills and approaches together· Collaboration is importantGuestsLouise Upton, Strategic Lead, Place Collaboration and Learning Team, Sport England Amy Sharp, Health Improvement Manager, Wakefield CouncilKen Masser, Miova Gayle Elvidge, Development Manager (Wakefield), Yorkshire Sport Foundation.ResourcesSport England - Local Delivery: https://www.sportengland.org/funds-and-campaigns/local-delivery Navigating Local Systems: Test and learn approach to system change - https://cloa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Final-Navigating-Local-Systems.pdf
- E51 - Building a positive coach-athlete relationshipby Loughborough University on 26th July 2023
Sophia Jowett (Professor in Psychology) and Rebecca Sawiuk (Former Director of Football) sit down with host Martin Foster to discuss the importance of building a positive coach-athlete relationship, as well as its impact on performance. Timestamps: 00:00 – 04:43 Introduction and background information on our guests 04:44 – 14:18 The evolution of coaching 14:19 – 23:42 The dynamic difference between men’s and women’s football 23:43 – 27:44 Women in football “breaking the concrete ceiling” 27:45 – 39:42 The main traits of a good coach-athlete relationship 39:43 – 43:08 What coaches can do to improve the relationship 43:09 – 53:38 Psychological safety within coaching 53:39 – 56:00 Episode recap and conclusion
- E50 - 19 years of biomechanics research into elite cricket bowlingby Loughborough University on 19th July 2023
Mark King (Loughborough Professor of Sports Biomechanics) sits down with host Stuart McErlain-Naylor to discuss his 19 years of elite Cricket Bowling Biomechanics research. Timestamps: 00:00 – 03:39 Intro & background information on our guest 03:40 – 09:30 Attributes of fast bowling 09:31 – 17:26 Biomechanics testing sessions & beginners vs elite athletes 17:27 – 23:21 Putting research findings into practice 23:22 – 28:53 Techniques & avoiding injury 28:54 – 33:15 “Chucking” in fast bowling 33:16 – 35:29 AI & the future of elite cricket biomechanics 35:30 – 38:23 Episode recap & conclusion
- Well Schools S5, E11 - School Sport Report 2023by Youth Sport Trust on 10th July 2023
On this week’s episode, we learn the about the state of play around PE, School Sport & Physical Activity and how it can have a positive impact on young people’s happiness, health and connectedness. PE & School Sport Report: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/media/5bcgx4kh/yst_pe_school_sport_report_2023_final_revd.pdf Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Invisible-Women-Exposing-World-Designed/dp/1784706280/ref=asc_df_1784706280/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=256266022931&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4054888948194282977&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046539&hvtargid=pla-886826816787&psc=1&th=1&psc=1 You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.
- E49 - National Rehabilitation Centre: Enhancing prosthesis using 3D printingby Loughborough University on 4th July 2023
Dr Anna Lion (Research Fellow of Faculty of Engineering at the University of Nottingham) and Professor Richard Bibb (Professor of Medical Applications of Design) sit down with host Martin Foster to discuss the Rehabilitation Technologies Network, as well as the development of technology to enhance rehabilitation devices using 3D printing and how it fits within the NRC.Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:39 Introduction & career background information on our guests 01:40 – 13:27 The Rehabilitation Technologies Network & Research benefits of the NRC 13:28 – 18:26 Network workshops and projects 18:27 – 29:43 Obstacles, collaboration, and 3D-printed prosthetics 29:44 – 47:49 The potential and future of enhancing prosthesis using 3D printing 47:50 – 53:06 Episode recap and conclusion
- E48 - National Rehabilitation Centre: Exoskeletons and rehabilitation technologyby Loughborough University on 4th July 2023
Dr Michael Craven (Principal Research Fellow at the University of Nottingham) sits down with host Martin Foster to discuss his research into rehabilitation technology, diving into the use of exoskeletons in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, as well as sharing future development plans for the NRC. Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:58 Introduction & career background information on our guest 01:59 – 09:46 Access to Communication and Technology (ACT) 09:47 – 18:16 Musculoskeletal rehabilitation technology 18:17 – 27:18 The use of exoskeletons in rehabilitation 27:19 – 33:54 Future NRC development and research 33:55 – 37:40 Episode recap and conclusion
- E47 - National Rehabilitation Centre: The development of the NRCby Loughborough University on 4th July 2023
Professor Mark Lewis (Dean of the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences), Pip Logan (Director of Research and Knowledge Exchange – University of Nottingham), and Miriam Duffy (NRC Programme Director) sit down with host Martin Foster to discuss the development of the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC), detailing its clinical benefits, facilities, as well as its long-term impact in the world of rehabilitation. Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:04 Introduction & career background information on our guests 01:05 – 11:05 NRC & its development 11:06 – 25:16 Collaboration, research and innovation 25:17 – 30:16 The clinical benefits 30:17 – 38:10 NRC facilities 38:11 – 42:05 The long-term impact of the centre 42:06 – 46:04 Episode recap and conclusion
- E46 - Improving global child health and nutritionby Loughborough University on 28th June 2023
Paula Griffiths (Professor of Population Health) and Emily Rousham (Professor of Global Public Health) sit down with host Martin Foster to discuss their research, focusing on the health and nutrition challenges that lower and middle-income countries experience. Alongside their international research partners – Dr Elizabeth Kimani-Murage and Rossina Pareja-, they tackle two recent projects in Kenya and Peru, detailing the impact of their work with the World Health Organization (WHO). Timestamps 00:00 – 07:25 Intro & research background on our guests 07:26 – 22:44 Research project in Kenya – Paula and Elizabeth 22:45 – 41:53 Research project in Peru – Emily and Rossina 41:54 – 47:14 Future research plans 47:15 – 49:56 Episode recap and conclusion
- Well Schools S5, E10 - Build Belonging to Teach Happyby Youth Sport Trust on 26th June 2023
On this week’s episode, we learn the importance of building a sense of happiness and belonging in our schools. Teach Happy: https://www.teachappy.co.uk Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Teaching-Happiness-Well-Being-Schools-Morris/dp/0826443036 You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.
- National School Sport Week 2023: Shakespeare Primary School and Nurseryby Andy Morgan on 21st June 2023
As part of National School Sport Week, we speak with a primary school in Leeds who have had success and seen wider benefits from engaging in competitive table tennis.Shakespeare Primary School in Leeds competed in the national schools finals at under 11s girls level earlier this academic year, becoming the first West Yorkshire school in 30 years to reach the national finals at that age group.
- Primary PE: Parkinson Lane Community Primaryby Andy Morgan on 19th June 2023
We chat to the sixth school to be accredited as a Centre of Excellence for Physical Activity.The school has earned the status for its approach to before and after school clubs, providing a wide variety of free opportunities for all pupils and their families, forming a vital part of the school’s vision, enrichment programme and pupil offer.
- E45 - Making decisions in sport: Ashes specialby Loughborough University on 14th June 2023
Ed Smith, the former England international batter and ex-National Selector for England cricket, sits down with Host Martin Foster to discuss his knowledge on what it takes to compete at the very highest level of cricket. Now in a role of Co-Founder of the Institute of Sports Humanities (ISH), Ed talks about his time with England cricket, detailing how change was delivered within the culture of the sport. Additionally, he dissects his decision-making process when selecting candidates for the England team.Timestamps: 00:00 – 02:29 Introduction & career background information on our guest 02:30 – 09:00 Ed's experiences with the Ashes 09:01 – 20:11 Insight into his former role of Chief Selector 20:12 – 26:09 Coaching, cricket culture and making improvements 26:10 – 41:34 Process/Anti-process & decision-making 41:35 – 46:20 ISH and developing the Leadership in Sport course 46:21 – 47:56 Episode recap and conclusion
- Well Schools S5, E9 - Power of Inclusive Movementby Youth Sport Trust on 12th June 2023
On this week’s episode, we learn what it takes to make a school a fully inclusive environment the right amount of Belief, Belonging & Butterflies. Youth Sport Trust ‘Sport Sanctuaries’: https://www.youthsporttrust.org/resources/inclusion/sport-sanctuaries#:~:text=Strongly%20allied%20to%20the%20five,impact%20of%20a%20global%20pandemic. Well Schools Book Clubs: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dare-Different-leadership-transformational-schools/dp/178583276X You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.
- E44 - Performance analysis in the Netball Super Leagueby Loughborough University on 7th June 2023
In this episode of the “Experts in Sport” podcast, host Stuart McErlain-Naylor sits down with Dr Andrew Butterworth, Head of Performance Analysis for the Loughborough Lightning Netball Super League team. They discuss his usual routine as a performance analyst - dissecting his role before, during, and after a match - also detailing the process of communicating findings and feedback to both coaches and players. Timestamps: 00:00 – 08:57 Introduction & background information on our guest 08:58 – 26:02 Andrew’s role and typical routine 26:02 – 34:26 The evolution of technology – from a Performance Analyst’s perspective 34:27 – 41:20 How the venue and equipment impact Performance Analysis 41:21 – 45:36 Performance analysis through GPS tracking 45:37 – 53:39 Communicating findings and post-match feedback 53:40 – 55:19 Advice on pursuing a career in Performance Analysis 55:20 – 56:18 Episode recap and conclusion
- E43 - Testing Cristiano Ronaldo's free kickby Loughborough University on 24th May 2023
In this episode of the “Experts in Sport” podcast, host Stuart McErlain-Naylor sits down with Dr Neal Smith, reader in Biomechanics at Chichester University. They discuss his research on football kicking, his experiences of testing elite athletes, such as Cristiano Ronaldo, and finally, how his findings can be translated into improvement in performance for everyday players.Timestamps: 00:00 – 03:31 Introduction & career background information on our guest 03:32 – 11:08 The basics of football kicking research 11:09 – 25:40 What goes into a good technique 25:41 – 30:17 Tackling unexpected results 30:18 – 33:12 Communicating the findings 33:13 – 38:32 Testing Cristiano Ronaldo’s free kick 38:33 – 41:35 More information on Neal’s research 41:36 – 42:15 Episode recap and conclusion
- Well Schools S5, E8 - Building Belonging at Manchester Communication Academyby Youth Sport Trust on 22nd May 2023
On this week’s episode, we learn how a school in Manchester is using strength based narratives along with exciting and innovative approaches to education to Build Belonging in and out of school. Teaching: The New Reality Report: https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/resources/for-organisations/research/teaching-the-new-reality/ Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Huh-Curriculum-conversations-between-subject/dp/1913622738 Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/B07J1XQSNK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=25NUIQPDPPUYW&keywords=atomic+habits&qid=1684412632&s=books&sprefix=atomic+habits%2Cstripbooks%2C86&sr=1-1 You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.
- E42 - Encouraging children's healthy eating through the 3Rsby Loughborough University on 10th May 2023
In this episode of the “Experts in Sport” podcast, host Martin Foster sits down with Psychology Lecturer Dr Clare Holley, Research Associate Dr Lucy Porter, and Dan Parker, Chief Executive of VegPower. They discuss Dr Holley and Dr Porter’s research into child eating behaviors and temperament, as well as encouraging children to eat their vegetables, highlighting three methods known as “the 3Rs” – Role-modelling, Re-offering, and Rewarding. Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:08 Introduction & career background information on our guests 01:09 – 03:35 The 3Rs and their importance 03:36 – 18:55 Research findings on the 3Rs and child temperament 18:56 – 31:30 Obstacles parents may encounter + recommended tactics 31:31 – 35:04 VegStars – Development process and features 35:05 – 46:23 Introduction to VegPower + final thoughts and advice on the 3Rs 46:24 – 47:49 Episode recap and conclusion
- Well Schools S5, E7 - Rachael Mackenzieby Youth Sport Trust on 8th May 2023
On this week’s episode, we learn the importance of ensuring every young person is Prepared with the knowledge and understanding of how movement supports their physical and mental state, allowing for greater focus and attention. Sport England Active Lives: https://www.sportengland.org/research-and-data/data/active-lives Well Schools Book Club: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Well-Balanced-Child-Movement-Learning/dp/1903458633 You can join the Well Schools Movement, completely free, here: www.well-school.org Follow Well Schools on twitter to find out about exciting new opportunities to connect, collaborate and compare, plus, resources and events coming in the future: @well_schools Thank You to our founding supporter, Youth Sport Trust, who work through physical education & sport, bringing together communities of educators and equipping them with the training, practical tools and resources to achieve more for every child. Find out more about their excellent work here: www.youthsporttrust.org.
- E41 - Representing minors as a football agentby Loughborough University on 26th April 2023
In this episode of the “Experts in Sport” podcast, host Martin Foster sits down with Sports Law lecturer Dr Serhat Yilmaz for a second time. They discuss his research on the topic of football agents representing minors, tackling the elements of good practice, as well as how to combat the malpractice and exploitation that may occur in these situations. Timestamps: 00:00 – 08:55 Introduction to Serhat’s research on the topic 08:56 – 17:43 Example of football agent malpractice 17:44 – 21:35 Parents as key stakeholders 21:36 – 30:04 The three dimensions of an agent’s practice 30:05 – 34:28 FIFA’s age restrictions for young athletes 34:29 – 35:56 Episode recap and conclusion
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