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Mike Ashford is a Lecturer in Sports Coaching at the Moray House School of Education and Sport, University of Edinburgh. His roles encompass teaching, research, and applied coaching practice. He holds a BSc, MSc, and PhD in Sports Coaching from Leeds Beckett University, with his doctoral thesis focusing on decision-making in rugby union.
Education:
- BSc in Sports Coaching, Leeds Beckett University
- MSc in Sports Coaching, Leeds Beckett University
- PhD in Sports Coaching, Leeds Beckett University
Research Interests: His work bridges theory and practice in coaching, emphasizing skill acquisition, decision-making in team sports, talent development, coach expertise, and the application of evidence-based principles. Current projects include shared mental models in performance, law modifications' impact on sports behavior, and athlete experiences in Olympic sports.
Advising & Grants: Open to PhD supervision in performance coaching and development. Past roles include Head of Coach Development at Wasps Rugby, head coach at Harrogate Rugby Club and Leeds University 1st XV, and teaching/research positions at Leeds Beckett and Coventry Universities.
Affiliations: Active member of the Applied Coaching Science Research Group, focusing on applied coaching science and interdisciplinary collaboration.
