Luke Gibson

Luke Gibson is a Senior Lecturer in Sport, Outdoor and Exercise Science at the College of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on organizational change dynamics, leadership identity, and micropolitical behaviors within professional youth football environments. He holds a PhD from the University of Derby's School of Sport & Exercise Science (2019).

Education:

• PhD in Sport & Exercise Science, University of Derby (2019)

Research Interests:

Gibson’s work examines how organizational change impacts professional identities, strategic actions, and political skills among coaches and managers in elite football academies. Key themes include micropolitical interactions, talent development through player loans, and vulnerability in leadership roles during transitional periods. His studies often employ qualitative methodologies to explore team dynamics and conflict resolution in sports management contexts.

Article Trends:

Recent publications (2016–2023) highlight a focus on organizational change mechanisms, particularly in elite soccer settings. Notable themes include the role of micropolitics in performance analysis roles (2023), the strategic use of player loans in youth development (2021), and middle management’s navigation of vulnerability during reforms (2020). Earlier work (2017–2018) explored ambiguity management and leadership challenges in academy settings.

Awards/Grants:

No scientific awards or grants explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.

Advising & Collaborations:

• Co-authored extensively with Ryan Groom, Paul Potrac, and others on organizational change topics.
• Active in conferences such as ICCE Global Coach Conference and European Association of Sport Management.

Labs/Teams:

Affiliated with research groups within the College of Science and Engineering, though specific lab names are not provided.