Organisation profile
Organisation profile
We’re using our research expertise, world-class sports facilities and strong industry connections to improve the health, fitness and wellbeing of people around the world.
We’re conducting impactful studies that can make a real difference to everyone, whether they’re professional athletes, pursuing an active and healthy lifestyle, or looking to overcome specific health conditions.
We’ve invested millions of pounds in our sports facilities, including the new Sports Academy featuring a wide range of state-of-the-art equipment, so we’re able to carry out in-depth research studies that provide meaningful answers.
Our experts have examined the important processes that enhance skills development, personal growth, enjoyment and athletic excellence.
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Profiles
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Using a Coach Development Portfolio to Bridge the Gap in Grassroots Coach Development by implementing Think-Aloud methodolog
Smith, B. (CoPI), Pattison, W. (PI), Longworth, M. (CoPI), Norris, L. (CoPI), Sharples, G. (CoPI), Anico, S. (CoPI) & Brick, L. (CoPI)
1/2/26 → 1/7/26
Project: Research project
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ECB Equality Diversity and Inclusion research project
Holt, J. (Supervisor) & Waldron, M. (Postdoc)
1/11/25 → …
Project: Research project
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Academic Partner for Essex PLACE Partnerships Evaluation
Harris, K. (PI), Szedlak, C. (CoI), Smith, E. (CoI) & Ryan, L. (CoI)
1/5/25 → 31/5/27
Project: Consultancy project
Research output
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Addressing social inequity in breastfeeding through proactive support: a realist evaluation from Denmark
Gadeberg, A. K., Nilsson, I. M. S., Christensen, U., Harris, K., Rossau, H. K. & Villadsen, S. F., 16 Mar 2026, (E-pub ahead of print) In: BMC Public Health.Research output: Contribution to journal › Journal Article › peer-review
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A Qualitative Examination of Rapid Weight-Loss Practices in International Judo
Petersen-Pollard, K., Ruiz, M. C., Cloak, R., Lane, A. M. & Devonport, T., 22 Feb 2026, (Accepted/In press) In: Journal of Sport Behavior. 30 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Journal Article › peer-review
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A Review of Female Equestrian Challenges
Cameron, L., Olivier, A., Douglas, J., Searle, K. & Lewis, V., 6 Mar 2026, In: Journal of Physical Fitness, Medicine & Treatment in Sports . 11, 4, 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Journal Article › peer-review
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Datasets
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Participant SMTQ and ESSES scores
Lovell, G. (Creator), Brace, A. W. (Creator) & George, K. (Creator), Hartpury University, 19 Oct 2020
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Prizes
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2023 UKSCA Annual Conference - Poster of the Year
Wood, B. (Recipient), Protheroe, L. (Recipient) & Drury, B. (Recipient), 19 Aug 2023
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AGCAS Employability Awards
Henry, G. (Recipient) & Drury, B. (Recipient), 24 Apr 2025
Prize: Other distinction
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BASES Recently Qualified Researcher Award - Best Oral Presentation
Protheroe, L. (Recipient), Jul 2012
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Activities
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Your Future, Your Path – Uni or Apprenticeship or Both?
Brick, L. (Speaker)
27 Feb 2027Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk
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Back to basics, approaching academic integrity proactively not reactively
Wilkinson, K. (Speaker)
24 Mar 2026Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk
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Setbacks and Comebacks- National Learning and Teaching Focussed Network
Wilkinson, K. (Organiser)
27 Feb 2026Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Organising a workshop, seminar or course
Press/Media
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Hartpury Sports Therapy Students support Children in Need
4/11/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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