معرفی
Hiroyuki Horino is a Professor at the Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, where he has taught since 1998 and held his current rank since 2015. He earned a Doctor of Human Sciences from Waseda and specializes in sports psychology and coaching science, with extensive research on soccer performance, athlete mental health, career-transition support, and coach education.
Education & Affiliations
- Doctor of Human Sciences, Waseda University
- Professor, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University (2015–)
- Director, Institute of Coaching, Waseda University (2024–2026)
Research Focus
Horino’s work integrates psychophysiological investigations—such as EMG and fMRI studies of kicking skills—with applied coaching research, match analysis, and the development of support systems for student and professional athletes. Current projects emphasize career-transition literacy, mental-health screening, and evidence-based interventions for university athletes.
Publications & Impact
He has authored or co-authored more than 100 peer-reviewed articles and several influential books, including Mental Guide for Soccer Players and Coaches (2024) and The “Dream Notebook” that Strengthens the Mind (2016). His 2021–2023 output reveals a clear trend toward systematic reviews and scale-development studies that bridge psychological theory and practical coaching tools.
Awards & Recognition
- Paper Award, Japanese Society for Physiological Psychology and Psychophysiology (2001)
- Key technical roles for FIFA/AFC women’s tournaments (2007–2014)
- Head coach, Japanese women’s national university teams (Universiade 2011, 2013)
Teaching & Service
Horino teaches over two dozen undergraduate and graduate courses spanning sport psychology, coaching methodology, and high-performance management. He is an active member of four domestic academic societies and has delivered more than 60 international conference presentations, including invited talks at the European College of Sport Science.

