Isak Lidström

Isak Lidström is a Senior Lecturer at the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences (GIH), belonging to the Department of Movement, Culture and Society’s Sport Management section. He holds a PhD in Sport Science and specializes in sports history, particularly focusing on Sámi sports history, ethnic minorities, and the early modern history of ball games in Sweden. His teaching emphasizes sports history and its sociocultural dimensions.

His research explores themes such as the cultural legacy of medieval ball games (e.g., jeu de paume in Gotland) and the technological evolution of skis. Lidström has authored popular history books like The Last Executioners (2023) and contributes to cultural writing, including essays on sports history for Svenska Dagbladet. He actively bridges academic research with public engagement through publications and media involvement.

Recent work includes analyzing the sportification of Sámi lassoing and the industrialization of ski wax technology. His scholarship intersects sports technology, cultural history, and social dynamics, reflecting a commitment to interdisciplinary approaches. Collaborations span historical analyses, cultural commentary, and institutional partnerships.