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Dr. Laurence Protheroe is a Senior Lecturer in Sports Biomechanics within the Department of Sport at Hartpury University. He has been a key academic since 2011, contributing to curriculum development in biomechanics and performance analysis across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. He currently leads biomechanics modules and the Sport Research and Knowledge Exchange Project.
His educational background includes:
- BSc (Hons) in Sports Science, University of Central Lancashire (2003)
- MSc in Sports Biomechanics, Liverpool John Moores University (2005)
- PhD in Biomechanics, University of Central Lancashire (2011)
- PGCert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education, University of Central Lancashire (2010)
Laurence's research centers on inter-segmental coordination, movement variability, and injury prevention, with a focus on youth and female athletes. He also explores biomechanical aspects of equestrian performance, particularly rider coordination and pelvic dynamics in dressage. His work bridges applied sports science and pedagogy in biomechanics education.
His recent publications (2022–2024) show a strong trend in analyzing movement mechanics in female athletes and equestrian riders, using biomechanical modeling and experimental testing. Key themes include verbal cueing in jump performance, pelvic posture dynamics, and eccentric training for injury prevention in ballet dancers.
Scientific recognition includes:
- BASES Recently Qualified Researcher Award - Best Oral Presentation (2012)
- UKSCA Annual Conference - Poster of the Year (2023)
He supervises PhD students including Dr. Celeste Wilkins and Rafaelle Baby, whose work focuses on equestrian technique. He has secured research outputs and presentations, and is active in knowledge exchange. Laurence serves as an external examiner at Liverpool John Moores University and the University of Chichester, and was previously at the University of Sunderland and University of Central Lancashire. He is a Senior Fellow of Advance HE and a member of BASES and the International Society of Biomechanics in Sport (ISBS).
He is involved in academic and professional networks, regularly presenting at conferences such as ISBS and participating in workshops. His ongoing research and teaching reflect a deep commitment to athlete wellbeing and effective pedagogy in sports science.
