Jean Cote

Jean Cote is an Honorary Professor at the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, University of Queensland. His research focuses on youth sports development, coaching psychology, and expertise acquisition. Email: j.cote1@uq.edu.au

• Key research areas: Sport Psychology, Youth Sports Development, Talent Development, Deliberate Practice Theory, Athlete Transitions
• Co-authors: Jessica Fraser-Thomas, Joseph Baker, Bruce Abernethy, Dany Macdonald

Research interests include:

• Optimal training models for youth athletes
• Coaching behavior analysis and leadership
• Athlete career development frameworks
• Psychosocial factors in sports participation
• Geographic and demographic influences on talent

Publication trends show emphasis on:

• Longitudinal studies of athlete development
• Comparative analysis of training methods
• Psychological impact of coaching practices
• Policy development for sports programs
• Early specialization vs. diversified training