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Dr. Brooke Yerger serves as Assistant Professor of Sport Management in the School of Business at Mount Saint Mary College, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses while advising Sport Management majors and concentrations.
Her academic credentials include:
- B.A. in Psychology from Albright College
- M.A. in Applied Psychology from Liberty University
- Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Liberty University
Research emphasizes Work-Life Balance in high-pressure athletic environments, Organizational Behavior within sports institutions, and Athlete Development & Leadership frameworks. Her scholarship bridges industrial psychology with practical sports management, examining how organizational structures impact coach well-being and athlete growth through both empirical studies and applied interventions.
Publications reveal dual focus areas: sports psychology research on workaholism in NCAA coaching and broader psychological investigations into relationship dynamics. This interdisciplinary approach connects athletic performance contexts with universal human behavior patterns.
Professional recognition includes:
- Easton/NFCA NCAA Division III Scholar Athlete
- 2020 NCAA Woman of the Year (campus) for excellence in academics, athletics, service, and leadership
As primary academic advisor for Sport Management students, Dr. Yerger leverages prior experience as Director of Recruiting and Senior Academic Advisor for Student-Athletes. Her mentorship integrates classroom theory with real-world application through courses like Sports Management Internship and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Sport, though specific research grants remain unmentioned in available materials.
She actively supports Beyond Sports—an international program enabling athletic, educational, and professional opportunities abroad—demonstrating commitment to globalizing sports experiences while pursuing personal travel goals across 24 U.S. states and 4 countries.
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