Dr Denise Hill

Associate Professor in Sport Psychology

Sport and Exercise Sciences

denise.hill@swansea.ac.uk

Academic Office - A126
First Floor
Engineering East
Bay Campus

Available For Postgraduate Supervision

Research Links

https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8580-4048

About

I recently joined Swansea University from the University of Portsmouth, and have been a lecturer of sport and exercise psychology for over 15 years. I have completed a PhD that examined choking under pressure in elite golf, a MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Exeter University, and a BSc (hons) in Sport Science and PE from Loughborough University.

I am also a BPS Chartered Psychologist, a BASES Accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist, and am currently on the Editorial Board for The Sport Psychologist. My research interests and applied work focuses on performance psychology, and in particular, the alleviation of choking under pressure. Accordingly, I offer psychological support to elite and amateur athletes within a broad range of sports (e.g, hockey, equestrian, snooker, rugby, rugby union refereeing, & swimming) though I predominantly work with professional and elite golfers within Wales and the South West region.

I am currently the lead on the applied sport psychology module on the undergraduate sport and exercise science programme, and supervise a number of MSc and PhD research students within the sport and exercise psychology subject area.

Publications

Research Highlights

Metcalfe, R., Atef, H., Mackintosh, K., McNarry, M., Ryde, G., Hill, D., & Vollaard, N. (2020). Time-efficient and computer-guided sprint interval exercise training for improving health in the workplace: a randomised mixed-methods feasibility study in office-based employees. BMC Public Health, 20(1)
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-020-8444-z, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa53718
Denford, S., Hill, D., Mackintosh, K., McNarry, M., Barker, A., & Williams, C. (2019). Using photo-elicitation to explore perceptions of physical activity among young people with cystic fibrosis. BMC Pulmonary Medicine, 19(1)
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-019-0985-5, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa52378
http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12890-019-0985-5
Hill, D., Matthews, N., & Senior, R. (2016). The Psychological Characteristics of Performance Under Pressure in Professional Rugby Union Referees. The Sport Psychologist, 30(4), 376-387.
https://doi.org/10.1123/tsp.2015-0109, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35679
Hill, D., Cheesbrough, M., Gorczynski, P., & Matthews, N. (2018). The Consequences of Choking in Sport: A Constructive or Destructive Experience?. The Sport Psychologist, 1-37.
https://doi.org/10.1123/tsp.2018-0070, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa46155
Hopkinson, Y., Hill, D., Fellows, L., & Fryer, S. (2018). Midwives understanding of physical activity guidelines during pregnancy. Midwifery, 59, 23-26.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.midw.2017.12.019, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa38325
Crone, D., Sarkar, M., Curran, T., Baker, C., Hill, D., Loughren, E., Dickson, T., & Parker, A. (2019). Mental health first aid for the UK Armed Forces. Health Promotion International, 35(1)
https://doi.org/10.1093/heapro/day112, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa48571
Hill, D. & Shaw, G. (2013). A qualitative examination of choking under pressure in team sport. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 14(1), 103-110.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2012.07.008, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35669
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1469029212000957
Mesagno, C., Hill, D., & Larkin, P. (2015). Examining the accuracy and in-game performance effects between pre- and post-performance routines: A mixed methods study. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 19, 85-94.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2015.03.005, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35675
Hill, D., Carvell, S., Matthews, N., Weston, N., & Thelwell, R. (2017). Exploring choking experiences in elite sport: The role of self-presentation. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 33, 141-149.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2017.09.001, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35682
Matthews, N., Kilgour, L., Christian, P., Mori, K., & Hill, D. (2015). Understanding, Evidencing, and Promoting Adolescent Well-Being. Youth & Society, 47(5), 659-683.
https://doi.org/10.1177/0044118X13513590, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35672
Gamble, R., Hill, D., & Parker, A. (2013). Revs and Psychos: Role, Impact and Interaction of Sport Chaplains and Sport Psychologists within English Premiership Soccer. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 25(2), 249-264.
https://doi.org/10.1080/10413200.2012.718313, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35631
Garner, P. & Hill, D. (2017). Cultivating a Community of Practice to Enable Coach Development in Alpine Ski Coaches. International Sport Coaching Journal, 4(1), 63-75.
https://doi.org/10.1123/iscj.2016-0076, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35680
Gamble , R., Parker , A., & Hill, D. (2016). Football, chaplaincy and sport psychology: connections and possibilities. Sport Chaplaincy: Trends, Issues and Debates Routledge
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35678
https://www.routledge.com/Sports-Chaplaincy-Trends-Issues-and-Debates/Parker-Watson-White/p/book/9781472414045
Gorczynski, P., Sims-schouten, W., Hill, D., & Wilson, J. (2017). Examining mental health literacy, help seeking behaviours, and mental health outcomes in UK university students. The Journal of Mental Health Training, Education and Practice, 12(2), 111-120.
https://doi.org/10.1108/JMHTEP-05-2016-0027, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35681
https://researchportal.port.ac.uk/portal/en/publications/examining-mental-health-literacy-help-seeking-behaviours-and-mental-health-outcomes-in-uk-university-students(ae34b480-f86d-468f-bf09-5f202600308a).html
Hill, D. & Hemmings, B. (2015). A phenomenological exploration of coping responses associated with choking in sport. Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health, 7(4), 521-538.
https://doi.org/10.1080/2159676X.2014.981573, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35676
Hill, D. (2015). Self-determination theory and young people (for Sport CoachUK)
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35684
http://www.ukcoaching.org/sites/default/files/SDT%20and%20youth%20sport.docx.pdf
Sarkar, M., Hill, D., & Parker, A. (2014). Working with religious and spiritual athletes: Ethical considerations for sport psychologists. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 15(6), 580-587.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2014.05.006, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35674
Hazell, J., Cotterill, S., & Hill, D. (2014). An exploration of pre-performance routines, self-efficacy, anxiety and performance in semi-professional soccer. European Journal of Sport Science, 14(6), 603-610.
https://doi.org/10.1080/17461391.2014.888484, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35673
Hill, D., POtter , C., & Quillam, C. (2013). An investigation of choking in sport and the moderating influence of physiological stress. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 44, 310-330.
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa36118
http://www.ijsp-online.com/abstract/view/44/310
Mesagno, C. & Hill, D. (2013). Definition of choking in sport: re-conceptualization and debate. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 44, 267-277.
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35671
http://www.ijsp-online.com/abstract/view/44/267
Mesagno, C. & Hill, D. (2013). Choking under pressure: Is there chaos in the brickyard.. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 44, 288-293.
https://doi.org/10.7352/IJSP2013.44.294, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35670
http://www.ijsp-online.com/abstract/view/44/288
Hill, D., Matthews , N., Kilgour , L., Davenport , T., & Kara, L. (2013). Sport, intervention and self-esteem: Promoting physical activity with disengaged adolescents.
https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203147436, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35632
Hill, D., Hanton, S., Matthews, N., & Fleming, S. (2011). Alleviation of Choking under Pressure in Elite Golf: An Action Research Study. The Sport Psychologist, 25(4), 465-488.
https://doi.org/10.1123/tsp.25.4.465, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35630
Hill, D., Hanton, S., Matthews, N., & Fleming, S. (2010). Choking in sport: a review. International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 3(1), 24-39.
https://doi.org/10.1080/17509840903301199, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35629
Hill, D., Hanton, S., Fleming, S., & Matthews, N. (2009). A re-examination of choking in sport. European Journal of Sport Science, 9(4), 203-212.
https://doi.org/10.1080/17461390902818278, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35628
Aspinall, S., Hill, D., Mackintosh, K., & McNarry, M. (2020). Reduced exertion high-intensity interval training (REHIT) in an adult with Cystic Fibrosis: A mixed-methods case study. Respiratory Medicine Case Reports, 31, 101173
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmcr.2020.101173, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa54861
Furusa, M., Knight, C., & Hill, D. (2020). Parental involvement and children’s enjoyment in sport. Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health, 13 (2021)(6), 1-19.
https://doi.org/10.1080/2159676x.2020.1803393, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa54888
Hill, D., Brown, G., Lambert, T., Mackintosh, K., Knight, C., & Gorczynski, P. (2021). Factors perceived to affect the wellbeing and mental health of coaches and practitioners working within elite sport.. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 10(4), 504-518.
https://doi.org/10.1037/spy0000263, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa56006
http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/spy0000263
Mesagno, C., Hill, D., Steptoe, K., & Brown, D. (2020). Sport performance interventions: Evaluating past strategies and providing future recommendations. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 51(6), 646-666.
https://doi.org/10.7352/IJSP.2020.51.646, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa56164
http://www.ijsp-online.com/abstract/view/51/646
Uzzell, K., Knight, C., & Hill, D. (2022). Understanding and recognizing high-performance swimmers’ well-being. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 11(1), 12-27.
https://doi.org/10.1037/spy0000284, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa58492
Aspinall, S., Mackintosh, K., Hill, D., Cope, B., & McNarry, M. (2022). Evaluating the Effect of Kaftrio on Perspectives of Health and Wellbeing in Individuals with Cystic Fibrosis. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(10), 6114
https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19106114, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa60045
Uzzell, K., Knight, C., Pankow, K., & Hill, D. (2024). Wellbeing in high-performance swimming: A grounded theory study. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 70, 102557
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2023.102557, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa64834
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2023.102557
Swindell, N., Thomas, J., Tree, J., Hill, D., Hudson, J., & Stratton, G. (2023). Understanding (in) formal health and wellbeing networks within higher education: a mixed-method social network perspective. Higher Education, 2023
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10734-023-01158-x, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa65227
Owen, E., Knight, C., & Hill, D. (2024). A realist evaluation of a multi-component program with disengaged students. Evaluation and Program Planning, 103
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.evalprogplan.2024.102417, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa65697
Owen-Boukra, E., Knight, C., & Hill, D. (2024). Exploring how and why a sports-based multi-component intervention works for disengaged students: a longitudinal realist evaluation. Sport, Education and Society, 0, 1-22.
https://doi.org/10.1080/13573322.2024.2376229, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa67094

All Research

Journal Articles

Owen-Boukra, E., Knight, C., & Hill, D. (2024). Exploring how and why a sports-based multi-component intervention works for disengaged students: a longitudinal realist evaluation. Sport, Education and Society, 0, 1-22.
https://doi.org/10.1080/13573322.2024.2376229, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa67094
Owen, E., Knight, C., & Hill, D. (2024). A realist evaluation of a multi-component program with disengaged students. Evaluation and Program Planning, 103
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.evalprogplan.2024.102417, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa65697
Uzzell, K., Knight, C., Pankow, K., & Hill, D. (2024). Wellbeing in high-performance swimming: A grounded theory study. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 70, 102557
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2023.102557, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa64834
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2023.102557
Swindell, N., Thomas, J., Tree, J., Hill, D., Hudson, J., & Stratton, G. (2023). Understanding (in) formal health and wellbeing networks within higher education: a mixed-method social network perspective. Higher Education, 2023
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10734-023-01158-x, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa65227
Aspinall, S., Mackintosh, K., Hill, D., Cope, B., & McNarry, M. (2022). Evaluating the Effect of Kaftrio on Perspectives of Health and Wellbeing in Individuals with Cystic Fibrosis. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(10), 6114
https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19106114, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa60045
Uzzell, K., Knight, C., & Hill, D. (2022). Understanding and recognizing high-performance swimmers’ well-being. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 11(1), 12-27.
https://doi.org/10.1037/spy0000284, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa58492
Hill, D., Brown, G., Lambert, T., Mackintosh, K., Knight, C., & Gorczynski, P. (2021). Factors perceived to affect the wellbeing and mental health of coaches and practitioners working within elite sport.. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 10(4), 504-518.
https://doi.org/10.1037/spy0000263, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa56006
http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/spy0000263
Mesagno, C., Hill, D., Steptoe, K., & Brown, D. (2020). Sport performance interventions: Evaluating past strategies and providing future recommendations. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 51(6), 646-666.
https://doi.org/10.7352/IJSP.2020.51.646, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa56164
http://www.ijsp-online.com/abstract/view/51/646
Furusa, M., Knight, C., & Hill, D. (2020). Parental involvement and children’s enjoyment in sport. Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health, 13 (2021)(6), 1-19.
https://doi.org/10.1080/2159676x.2020.1803393, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa54888
Metcalfe, R., Atef, H., Mackintosh, K., McNarry, M., Ryde, G., Hill, D., & Vollaard, N. (2020). Time-efficient and computer-guided sprint interval exercise training for improving health in the workplace: a randomised mixed-methods feasibility study in office-based employees. BMC Public Health, 20(1)
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-020-8444-z, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa53718
Aspinall, S., Hill, D., Mackintosh, K., & McNarry, M. (2020). Reduced exertion high-intensity interval training (REHIT) in an adult with Cystic Fibrosis: A mixed-methods case study. Respiratory Medicine Case Reports, 31, 101173
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmcr.2020.101173, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa54861
Crone, D., Sarkar, M., Curran, T., Baker, C., Hill, D., Loughren, E., Dickson, T., & Parker, A. (2019). Mental health first aid for the UK Armed Forces. Health Promotion International, 35(1)
https://doi.org/10.1093/heapro/day112, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa48571
Denford, S., Hill, D., Mackintosh, K., McNarry, M., Barker, A., & Williams, C. (2019). Using photo-elicitation to explore perceptions of physical activity among young people with cystic fibrosis. BMC Pulmonary Medicine, 19(1)
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-019-0985-5, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa52378
http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12890-019-0985-5
Hill, D., Cheesbrough, M., Gorczynski, P., & Matthews, N. (2018). The Consequences of Choking in Sport: A Constructive or Destructive Experience?. The Sport Psychologist, 1-37.
https://doi.org/10.1123/tsp.2018-0070, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa46155
Hopkinson, Y., Hill, D., Fellows, L., & Fryer, S. (2018). Midwives understanding of physical activity guidelines during pregnancy. Midwifery, 59, 23-26.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.midw.2017.12.019, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa38325
Hill, D., Carvell, S., Matthews, N., Weston, N., & Thelwell, R. (2017). Exploring choking experiences in elite sport: The role of self-presentation. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 33, 141-149.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2017.09.001, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35682
Gorczynski, P., Sims-schouten, W., Hill, D., & Wilson, J. (2017). Examining mental health literacy, help seeking behaviours, and mental health outcomes in UK university students. The Journal of Mental Health Training, Education and Practice, 12(2), 111-120.
https://doi.org/10.1108/JMHTEP-05-2016-0027, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35681
https://researchportal.port.ac.uk/portal/en/publications/examining-mental-health-literacy-help-seeking-behaviours-and-mental-health-outcomes-in-uk-university-students(ae34b480-f86d-468f-bf09-5f202600308a).html
Garner, P. & Hill, D. (2017). Cultivating a Community of Practice to Enable Coach Development in Alpine Ski Coaches. International Sport Coaching Journal, 4(1), 63-75.
https://doi.org/10.1123/iscj.2016-0076, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35680
Hill, D., Matthews, N., & Senior, R. (2016). The Psychological Characteristics of Performance Under Pressure in Professional Rugby Union Referees. The Sport Psychologist, 30(4), 376-387.
https://doi.org/10.1123/tsp.2015-0109, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35679
Matthews, N., Kilgour, L., Christian, P., Mori, K., & Hill, D. (2015). Understanding, Evidencing, and Promoting Adolescent Well-Being. Youth & Society, 47(5), 659-683.
https://doi.org/10.1177/0044118X13513590, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35672
Hill, D. & Hemmings, B. (2015). A phenomenological exploration of coping responses associated with choking in sport. Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health, 7(4), 521-538.
https://doi.org/10.1080/2159676X.2014.981573, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35676
Mesagno, C., Hill, D., & Larkin, P. (2015). Examining the accuracy and in-game performance effects between pre- and post-performance routines: A mixed methods study. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 19, 85-94.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2015.03.005, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35675
Sarkar, M., Hill, D., & Parker, A. (2014). Working with religious and spiritual athletes: Ethical considerations for sport psychologists. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 15(6), 580-587.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2014.05.006, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35674
Hazell, J., Cotterill, S., & Hill, D. (2014). An exploration of pre-performance routines, self-efficacy, anxiety and performance in semi-professional soccer. European Journal of Sport Science, 14(6), 603-610.
https://doi.org/10.1080/17461391.2014.888484, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35673
Gamble, R., Hill, D., & Parker, A. (2013). Revs and Psychos: Role, Impact and Interaction of Sport Chaplains and Sport Psychologists within English Premiership Soccer. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 25(2), 249-264.
https://doi.org/10.1080/10413200.2012.718313, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35631
Mesagno, C. & Hill, D. (2013). Definition of choking in sport: re-conceptualization and debate. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 44, 267-277.
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35671
http://www.ijsp-online.com/abstract/view/44/267
Mesagno, C. & Hill, D. (2013). Choking under pressure: Is there chaos in the brickyard.. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 44, 288-293.
https://doi.org/10.7352/IJSP2013.44.294, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35670
http://www.ijsp-online.com/abstract/view/44/288
Hill, D., POtter , C., & Quillam, C. (2013). An investigation of choking in sport and the moderating influence of physiological stress. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 44, 310-330.
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa36118
http://www.ijsp-online.com/abstract/view/44/310
Hill, D. & Shaw, G. (2013). A qualitative examination of choking under pressure in team sport. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 14(1), 103-110.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2012.07.008, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35669
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1469029212000957
Hill, D., Hanton, S., Matthews, N., & Fleming, S. (2011). Alleviation of Choking under Pressure in Elite Golf: An Action Research Study. The Sport Psychologist, 25(4), 465-488.
https://doi.org/10.1123/tsp.25.4.465, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35630
Hill, D., Hanton, S., Matthews, N., & Fleming, S. (2010). Choking in sport: a review. International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 3(1), 24-39.
https://doi.org/10.1080/17509840903301199, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35629
Hill, D., Hanton, S., Fleming, S., & Matthews, N. (2009). A re-examination of choking in sport. European Journal of Sport Science, 9(4), 203-212.
https://doi.org/10.1080/17461390902818278, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35628

Book Chapters

Gamble , R., Parker , A., & Hill, D. (2016). Football, chaplaincy and sport psychology: connections and possibilities. Sport Chaplaincy: Trends, Issues and Debates Routledge
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35678
https://www.routledge.com/Sports-Chaplaincy-Trends-Issues-and-Debates/Parker-Watson-White/p/book/9781472414045
Hill, D., Matthews , N., Kilgour , L., Davenport , T., & Kara, L. (2013). Sport, intervention and self-esteem: Promoting physical activity with disengaged adolescents.
https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203147436, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35632

Other Research Outputs

Hill, D. (2015). Self-determination theory and young people (for Sport CoachUK)
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa35684
http://www.ukcoaching.org/sites/default/files/SDT%20and%20youth%20sport.docx.pdf

Supervision

Understanding and enhancing psychological characteristics and skills within academy football. (current)

PhD

Other supervisor: Prof Camilla Knight
Evaluating the impact of the Ospreys in the Community (OitC) &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;quot;Sporting Memories&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;quot; programme on older adults living with dementia. (current)

PhD

Other supervisor: Prof Melitta Mcnarry
A longitudinal examination of the factors affecting the wellbeing of part-time coaches within a FAW licensed football academy: An ecological systems approach. (current)

PhD

Other supervisor: Prof Camilla Knight
Enhancing Whole Person Development of late adolescent student-athletes in the sport school environment (current)

PhD

Other supervisor: Dr Vicky Lovett

Other supervisor: Prof Camilla Knight
Protecting and Promoting the Wellbeing of High-Performance Swimmers (awarded 2023)

PhD

Other supervisor: Prof Camilla Knight
The Wellbeing and Mental Health of Elite Athletes: A Collective Case Study (awarded 2024)

PhD

Other supervisor: Prof Camilla Knight
An Exploration of Self-Presentation and Choking in Sport: A Mixed Method Study. (current)

MSc

Other supervisor: Prof Joanne Hudson
Myths and Mysteries of Athlete Development: Parent's Perspectives (awarded 2024)

MSc

Other supervisor: Prof Camilla Knight
Developing, implementing, and evaluating a parent support programme for rugby parents: An action research project. (awarded 2023)

MSc

Other supervisor: Prof Camilla Knight
A qualitative examination of choking and clutch experiences among performance referees. (awarded 2023)

MSc

Other supervisor: Prof Melitta Mcnarry
A Quantitative Examination of Self-Presentation and Sporting Performance Under Pressure (awarded 2024)

MSc

Other supervisor: Prof Joanne Hudson
Qualitative evaluation of the ‘Super Agers’ project: the impact of community physical activity engagement on empowerment and social identity in welsh older adults throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. (awarded 2022)

MSc

Other supervisor: Prof Joanne Hudson

Taught Modules

SR-326 Applied Sport Psychology

The module will enable students to apply sport psychology theory into practice by examining a range of issues that confront the applied sport psychologist in modern practice. Students will consider how to work as a practitioner psychologist at the individual, team and organisational level, to create thriving sporting environments. The module will build on the fundamental material from levels 1 and 2.
SR-M17 Core Principles of Sport Psychology and Psychomotor Learning

The aim of this module is to provide students with knowledge and understanding pertaining to core psychological and psychomotor learning theories pertinent to sport. Through this module, students will be introduced to a range of theories and concepts and provided with opportunities to critically review current research and practice related to these. In doing so, students will develop an ability to utilise appropriate research and insight to underpin planned practice as a sport psychologist. Specifically, students will be taught how to draw upon and integrate core theories and concepts to enhance sport performance across the lifespan.
SR-M18 Approaches to Sport Psychology Practice

This module provides a critical insight into different approaches to engaging in sport psychology delivery. Students will have an opportunity to critically reflect upon each of these approaches and practice different strategies associated with these approaches. Further, students will be introduced to counselling skills and, through practical activities, practice these skills. Additionally, students will learn about the benefits of being a reflective practitioner and the importance of integrating reflection within their work.

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Understanding and enhancing psychological characteristics and skills within academy football. (current)

Evaluating the impact of the Ospreys in the Community (OitC) &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;quot;Sporting Memories&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;quot; programme on older adults living with dementia. (current)

A longitudinal examination of the factors affecting the wellbeing of part-time coaches within a FAW licensed football academy: An ecological systems approach. (current)

Enhancing Whole Person Development of late adolescent student-athletes in the sport school environment (current)

Protecting and Promoting the Wellbeing of High-Performance Swimmers (awarded 2023)

The Wellbeing and Mental Health of Elite Athletes: A Collective Case Study (awarded 2024)

An Exploration of Self-Presentation and Choking in Sport: A Mixed Method Study. (current)

Myths and Mysteries of Athlete Development: Parent's Perspectives (awarded 2024)

Developing, implementing, and evaluating a parent support programme for rugby parents: An action research project. (awarded 2023)

A qualitative examination of choking and clutch experiences among performance referees. (awarded 2023)

A Quantitative Examination of Self-Presentation and Sporting Performance Under Pressure (awarded 2024)

Qualitative evaluation of the ‘Super Agers’ project: the impact of community physical activity engagement on empowerment and social identity in welsh older adults throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. (awarded 2022)

Taught Modules

SR-326 Applied Sport Psychology

SR-M17 Core Principles of Sport Psychology and Psychomotor Learning

SR-M18 Approaches to Sport Psychology Practice

Evaluating the impact of the Ospreys in the Community (OitC) &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;quot;Sporting Memories&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;quot; programme on older adults living with dementia. (current)