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Dr. Damien Young is a Lecturer in the Department of Sport and Early Childhood Studies within the Faculty of Business and Humanities. His research focuses on athletic performance analysis in team sports, particularly hurling and camogie, using advanced methodologies like GPS tracking and statistical analysis. He has contributed 15 peer-reviewed publications since 2019, exploring topics such as positional running profiles, sprint performance, and training periodization. His work bridges biomechanics, sports physiology, and applied data science to enhance understanding of elite athlete performance.
- Key Research Themes: Team sports performance analysis, GPS-based athlete monitoring, positional comparisons, and anthropometric profiling.
- Collaborations: Works with researchers like Dr. Coratella, Keane, and Malone on interdisciplinary projects.
His publications emphasize practical applications in sports science, with studies published in journals like Sport Sciences for Health and Sports Medicine - Open. While no specific awards are listed, his work has garnered significant citations and reader engagement on platforms like Mendeley.
