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University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure Podcast
The need to perform under pressure in sport is undeniable. At the University of Staffordshire, we use our expertise in high performance to delve into the psyche of individuals connected to sport to understand how they are able to perform well when the stakes are high. We interview athletes from a variety of sports, sport psychologists, coaches, and other professions to provide a variety of perspectives on coping under pressure, strategies that are effective immediately prior to performance and…
Episodes
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP129: Sam Holden (Entrepreneur)
Sam Holden is an ex-academy footballer who, like many, had an up and down experience - from illness to being released from Manchester United’s academy. He…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP128: Will Boyle (Captain of Shrewsbury Town)
Will Boyle is an experienced professional footballer and has represented clubs including Huddersfield Town, Cheltenham Town, Wrexham, and Shrewsbury Town. Will…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP127: Frank Nouble (Former Premier League Footballer)
Frank Nouble started his career at Chelsea before moving to West Ham United, making his Premier League debut as a teenager. Since then, he's played for more…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP126 (LIVE): Azeem Amir (England Blind Footballer)
Something different this week - we recorded this episode live at the University of Staffordshire's Taking Theory to Practice Conference! In this episode, we…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastBONUS EPISODE: The Release of the Performing Under Pressure Book
Join Dr Paul Mansell and Professor Matt Slater as they explain the thinking behind their new book "Performing Under Pressure: Conversations With Those That…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP125: Joe Jacobson (CEO of Reading Football Club)
How do you make the transition from being a professional footballer to being the CEO of an EFL club? Joe Jacobson had an extensive playing career including…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP124: Steve Foster (GB Masters Athlete and S&C Coach)
Steve Foster is GB Masters athlete having and possess an extensive experience in basketball. Steve is also a leading strength and conditioning coach with a…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP123: Dr Andrew Wilkinson (Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology)
Dr Andrew Wilkinson is Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology who specialises in the biopsychosocial responses to stress. He has worked at the…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP122: Michael Kightly (Former Premier League Footballer)
Michael Kightly rose from non-league Grays Athletic to the Premier League with Wolverhampton Wanderers. Signed by Mick McCarthy in the 2006/07 season, he made…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP121: Chris Hussey (Former Professional Footballer)
Chris Hussey is a former professional footballer with nearly 600 appearances in his career for clubs including Sheffield United, Coventry City, Cheltenham…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP120: Aaron Burns (Former Manchester United Forward)
Aaron Burns is a former professional footballer at Manchester United who is now Head of Growth at one of the UK’s fastest growing protection businesses. He is…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP119: Commander Nathan Gray (Fighter Pilot)
Nathan was the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm’s Top Gun, and has more than 30 years of experience as a fighter pilot and instructor, flying more than 140 combat…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP118: Mike Hine (Head of Medical Performance at Port Vale FC)
Mike Hine is the Head of Medical Performance at Port Vale FC. He has spent his career working in football and previously worked at Stevenage and Lincoln City…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP117: Dr Tim Pitt (Director at Mindflick)
Dr Tim Pitt is a Performance Psychologist and a Director at Mindflick. He has experience of working with the English Institute of Sport, Manchester City, and…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP116: Dr Phoebe Welcome (Counselling Psychologist)
Dr Phoebe Welcome is a Counselling Psychologist and completed her PhD entitled "The women's experiences of being partners of elite male footballers in England"…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastBONUS: Lorenzo Tonello (First Team Rehab Coach)
In this special bonus international episode, Lorenzo Tonello describes his journey from being an undergraduate student at the University of Staffordshire to an…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP115: Matt Hancock (CEO of Port Vale FC)
Matt Hancock is the Chief Executive Officer of Port Vale FC and the Chair of the Board of Directors at Staffordshire FA. Prior to joining Port Vale, Matt spent…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP114: Sarah Knapp (Sport Psychologist)
Sarah Knapp is a HCPC registered Sport and Exercise Psychologist. Sarah completed her MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Staffordshire…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP113: Erica Meg Parkinson (Valadares Gaia and England Midfielder)
Erica Meg Parkinson is a midfielder for Portuguese top division club Valadares Gaia. The 18 year old has won over 40 caps for England at youth level and was…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP112: David Robson (Scientific Writer and Author)
David Robson is a science writer and author known for his expertise in psychological and neuroscience research. He has written for publications such as New…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP111: Nathan Thompson (Professional Footballer)
Nathan Thompson has made over 450 appearances in professional football. He began his career with Swindon Town and spent 8 years with the club where he was…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP110: Emily Smith (British Army Athlete)
Emily Smith is a National Series champion in mountain biking and has prolonged experience of working in the British Army. In this episode, she explains to Dr…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP109: Dr Lisa O'Halloran (Sport Psychologist)
Dr Lisa O’Halloran is a HCPC registered Sport and Exercise Psychologist, and she completed her PhD at Liverpool John Moores University. Lisa is the founder of…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP108: Emma Gage (World Record Holder)
Emma Gage is a Sport Psychologist In-Training and a World Record holder in Masters Swimming. Emma completed her MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP107: Conor Niland (Former Professional Tennis Player)
Conor Niland is a former professional tennis player who reached a career high ranking of 129 in the world. He competed at Wimbledon, the Australian Open, and…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP106: Maria Bertelli OLY (Professional Athlete and Coach)
Maria Bertelli is a former elite footballer and volleyball player. She played football for clubs such as Charlton Athletic, reading the Women's FA Cup final in…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP105: Mikele Leigertwood (Reading FC First Team Coach)
Mikele Leigertwood has held a number of roles at Reading FC. He made over 100 appearances for them as a player and was part of the team that secured promotion…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP104: Kane Hemmings (Barrow AFC Striker)
Kane Hemmings is approaching 500 appearances in professional football, and has scored over 160 goals for clubs including Rangers, Dundee, Tranmere Rovers…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP103: Dr Catarina Morais (Sport Psychologist)
Dr Catarina Morais is a Sport Psychologist and a Lecturer in the Faculty of Education and Psychology at Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Porto. In this…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP102: Lewis Warrington (Tranmere Midfielder)
Lewis Warrington came through Everton's academy and made his Premier League debut in 2024. Since then, he has represented Tranmere Rovers, Plymouth, and Leyton…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP101: Krystian Pearce (Former Professional Footballer)
Krystian Pearce is an experienced former professional footballer. He has made over 600 appearances in his career for clubs such as Mansfield Town, Notts…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP100: Conor Coady (England International)
For our landmark 100th episode, it is a pleasure to welcome Conor Coady to the show. Conor is the former captain of Wolverhampton Wanderers and made over 300…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP99: Dr Mel Morrison (Educational and Child Psychologist)
Dr Mel Morrison is a HCPC registered Educational and Child Psychologist. Also known as ‘The Sporty Ed Psych’, Mel completed her Doctorate in Applied…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP98: Paul Anderson (Derby County U15 Head Coach)
Paul Anderson is the Head Coach of Derby County's Under 15 side. He is also a former footballer having signed his first professional contract with Liverpool…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP97: David Wheeler (Sport Psychologist-in-Training and Former Professional Footballer)
David Wheeler amassed over 600 appearances in his football career, representing clubs such as Exeter City, Wycombe Wanderers, and Queens Park Rangers. Since…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP96: Dr Jonathan Katz and Matt McKeen
Dr Jonathan Katz is a Consultant Psychologist with 39 years experience of support provision within psychiatric settings and has supported athletes, coaches and…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP95: Dr Sara Mesquita (Sport Psychologist for FC Porto Women)
In this special international episode, we welcomed Dr Sara Mesquita into our studio at the University of Staffordshire. Having previously been the sport…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP94: Joanna Hill (Forensic Area Manager for Staffordshire Police)
Joanna Hill is an experienced leader within forensic policing in Staffordshire having amassed 25 years of experience in this domain. In this episode, she…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP93: Louize Yafai (Break-up, Divorce, Domestic Abuse & Emotional Recovery Coach)
Louize Yafai is an accredited Breakup, Divorce & Life Transition Coach for individuals and sports professionals, and a member of the International Divorce…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP92: Lauren Garner (Sunderland AFC First Team Performance Psychologist)
Lauren Garner is the First Team Performance Psychologist for Sunderland AFC having joined the club during their promotion-winning season in 2024. Prior to…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP91: Mark Pearce (Fire Service Fitness Advisor/Former Firefighter)
Mark Pearce has spent around twenty years working for Staffordshire Fire Service. The majority of this has been spent working as a firefighter and over the…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP90: Taylor Allen (Wycombe Wanderers Defender)
Taylor Allen grew up in Staffordshire and began his professional career with Forest Green Rovers. After several loan spells, he then joined Walsall FC where he…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP89: Jordan Brookes (Golf Caddy and Sport Psychologist in Training)
Jordan Brookes is a golf caddy and sport psychologist in training. He is currently completing his professional doctorate through the University of Portsmouth…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP88: Gail & Andy Coady (Parents of Conor Coady)
Gail and Andy Coady are the parents are former Wolverhampton Wanderers captain and England international Conor Coady, and his brother Harrison. Conor made over…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP87: Peter Dutton (Psychotherapist)
Peter Dutton is a psychotherapist and counsellor who works with athletes and occupational workers to enhance their wellbeing and performance. Peter works for…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP86: Graham Scott (Former Premier League Referee)
Graham Scott has spent a decade refereeing at the highest level of English football having worked his way up from the National League to the Premier League. He…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP85: Ian Davies MBE (Associate Professor of Biomedical Science Practice)
Ian Davies MBE is an associate professor in Health, Education and Policing Sciences at the University of Staffordshire. For 20 years, Ian worked within the NHS…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP84: Ben Osborn (Professional Footballer)
Ben Osborn is a professional footballer who is currently on loan to Stockport County from Derby County. His former clubs include Nottingham Forest and…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP83: Erin Seppi (Valadares Gaia FC Captain and Goalkeeper)
In this special international episode recorded in the Porto region of north Portugal, we are joined by professional footballer Erin Seppi. Erin is from New…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP82: Jeremy Holt (Organisational Psychologist)
Jeremy Holt is a chartered organisational psychologist and a founder of the Centre of Team Excellence. He has spent over 30 years building high-performance…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP81: Emma Heighway (Subject Leader of PE)
Emma Heighway is the Subject Leader of PE at Erasmus Darwin Academy, a school based in Staffordshire. Having graduated with a first class honours degree and…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP80: Katie Clark (Sport Psychologist)
Katie Clark is a HCPC accredited Sport and Exercise Psychologist. She completed her postgraduate degree at the University of Staffordshire and has since gone…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP79: Sara Svoboda (Harlequins and Canada Rugby Player)
Sara Svoboda is a Canadian rugby player at Harlequins FC. In 2021, she reached the semi-finals of the Rugby World Cup, and has over 20 caps for her country…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP78: James Maurice (Sport Psychologist)
James Maurice is the Lead Academy Sport Psychologist at Portsmouth FC. He has previously worked in the academies at West Ham United, Sunderland, and…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastBONUS EPISODE: Sam Winnall's Research - 'Friend or Foe'
Former professional footballer Sam Winnall has completed a fascinating research project as part of his MSc, and in this bonus episode, he explains his findings…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP77: Nathan Magill (Head of Referee Development at The FA)
Nathan Magill's job is to oversee the development of thousands of referees in England. His previous experience includes being Head of Referees at Football…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP76: Helen Davis (Sport Psychologist)
Helen Davis is a Sport Psychologist who has extensive experience working across a broad spectrum of sports, collaborating with accomplished athletes at various…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP75: Maisie Brown (Wife of Jacob Brown, Scotland International Footballer)
In this episode, Maisie Brown shares her experiences of what life is like as the romantic partner of a high performance athlete. Married to Jacob Brown, a…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP74: Jack Cuthbertson (Personal Trainer)
Jack Cuthbertson is a personal trainer and business owner. Having worked in the industry for over a decade, he explains how he uses psychology as an integral…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP73: Nathan Judah (Sports Journalist and Broadcaster)
Nathan is a Digital Sports Editor, Presenter, Sports Writer, and Podcast Host for Wolverhampton’s Express and Star newspaper. He has covered Wolves for nearly…