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Dr. Rich Kite is a Lecturer in Strength and Conditioning at Bournemouth University, with over a decade of industry experience in talent development and sports science. His expertise spans roles as an Academy Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach at Coventry City F.C and Senior Coach at Project MVP. He holds a PhD from Coventry University (2022), focusing on youth player selection in football.
Education:
- PhD in Observations of youth player selection in football (Coventry University, 2022)
- MRes in Sports Science (University of East London, 2019)
- BSc (Hons) in Strength and Conditioning Science (St Mary's University, 2014)
Research Interests:
- Player talent identification and development in youth sports
- Plyometric training methodologies
- Biological maturation's impact on athletic performance
- Gender equality and quality education in sports
His work aligns with UN SDGs for health, education, and gender equality.
Publications: Focuses on youth athlete development, player selection discrepancies, and plyometric techniques, with recent articles in Journal of Expertise and Professional Strength and Conditioning Journal.
Awards: None explicitly listed, but actively contributes to initiatives like the British Dyslexia Association.
Advising: Supervises PhD student Megan Chesters. Collaborates with National Governing Bodies (NGBs) for sports.
Labs/Teams: Engages with interdisciplinary teams in sports science and rehabilitation at Bournemouth University.
