Marion Geary

Marion Geary is a Lecturer in the Department of Sport and Early Childhood Studies at the Faculty of Business and Humanities. Her research focuses on athletic identity formation, dual career athletes, and innovative pedagogical approaches in sports coaching education. She employs mixed methods and thematic analysis in her work, often centering on Gaelic sports and wellbeing.

Key research areas include identity development in elite athletes, ethical terminology in sports, and the application of creative nonfiction in coach education. Her work bridges psychology and sports management, emphasizing qualitative research methodologies.

No scientific awards are listed in the provided information. Marion collaborates with researchers like Niall Kitching and Martin Campbell. While no advising students or grants are explicitly mentioned, her publications highlight contributions to understanding athletic identity and pedagogical innovation in university settings.

Her research network includes international collaborations, though specific lab or team affiliations are not detailed.