Ben Ives

Dr. Ben Ives is a Senior Lecturer in Sport Coaching, Programme Leader, and Faculty Lead for Science and Engineering at Manchester Metropolitan University's Institute of Sport. He joined MMU in 2019, previously holding roles at Buckinghamshire New University and the University of Hull. His research focuses on policy and practice in community sport coaching, emphasizing socio-political, pedagogical, and emotional dimensions. He collaborates with organizations like Active Partnerships, Local Councils, and National Governing Bodies to enhance community sport provision.

Teaching: Ives teaches undergraduate units such as Community Sport Coaching, Advanced Community Sport Coaching, and Work-Based Learning. He supervises postgraduate researchers exploring sport coaching and community sport dynamics.

Research Interests: His work addresses challenges in community coaching, including policy contexts, emotional labor, and interactional skills for coaches. He advocates for practitioner support and resource allocation to improve societal outcomes through sport.

Publications: Ives has authored/co-authored studies on conflict resolution in sport work, political skills in coaching, and the emotional landscape of community sports. Recent contributions include analyses of trust dynamics and stigma in athletic environments.

Labs/Teams: He leads initiatives within MMU's Institute of Sport, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to advance community sport research and practice.