Elizabeth Pummell

Dr. Elizabeth Pummell is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Kingston University, within the Department of Applied and Human Sciences. She holds a PhD in Sport Psychology from Loughborough University, alongside a PGCHE from Kingston University and degrees in Psychology and Sport and Exercise Psychology. Her expertise focuses on athlete transition from junior to senior levels, particularly in equestrian and tennis contexts. She previously served as Head of Sport Psychology for an elite tennis training programme and has collaborated with the International Tennis Federation to reform junior-to-senior transition structures in tennis.

• Education:
• PhD Sport Psychology (Loughborough University)
• PGCHE (Kingston University)
• MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology (Loughborough University)
• BSc (Hons) Psychology (Royal Holloway, University of London)

Her research emphasizes practical applications of psychology to enhance athlete performance transitions. She is a chartered sport psychologist with the British Psychological Society and an HCPC-registered practitioner psychologist. Her work with the International Tennis Federation has driven structural changes to support athletes' progression in professional circuits.

She remains active in applied sport psychology, working with elite athletes and contributing to teaching, research, and industry partnerships. A video showcasing her work with the British Psychological Society highlights her practical approach to sport psychology.