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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 PodcastEP14: Dan Abrahams (Sport Psychologist)
Renowned sport psychologist Dan Abrahams is this week's guest on the podcast. Dan has worked with athletes across many different sports but with a particular…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP13: Ashley Reece (MMA fighter)
MMA fighter Ashley 'The Beast' Reece joined Dr Paul Mansell and Dr Andrew Wilkinson ahead of his Welterweight Title fight in Arizona. Based in Staffordshire…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP12: Phil Walklate (Headteacher at Erasmus Darwin Academy)
Inspirational Erasmus Darwin Academy Headteacher, Phil Walklate joins Dr Paul Mansell and Jack Bullock in the studio to talk about his experiences of pressure…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP11: Ellie Wilson (Wolves Women defender)
Dr Paul Mansell and Dr Katie Sparks are joined by current Wolves Women defender Ellie Wilson as they quiz her on how she deals with the pressures of playing…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP10: Tawanda Chirewa (Wolves forward)
Premier League footballer Tawanda Chirewa joined Dr Paul Mansell and Sam Westley in the studio to discuss his approach to performing at the top level of the…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP9: Harry Baker (England Cerebral Palsy international)
Professor Matt Slater and Dr Paul Mansell welcome England Cerebral Palsy international Harry Baker into the studio to explore his perceptions of performing…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP8: Ella Tagliavini (Fulham Women defender)
Dr Paul Mansell and Dr Andrew Wilkinson were delighted to welcome former Loughborough University colleague and current Fulham Women's defender Dr Ella…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP7: Kane Wilson (Derby County defender)
Derby County defender Kane Wilson joined Dr Paul Mansell and Dr Andrew Wilkinson in our studio at Staffordshire University. Nominated for a place in League Two…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP6: Seb de Chaves (Premiership Rugby Player)
In today's episode, Professor Matt Slater and Dr Paul Mansell are joined by Premiership rugby player Sebastian de Chaves. A youth international for South…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP5: Sam Winnall (Former Wolves and Barnsley Striker)
Professor Matt Slater and Dr Paul Mansell interview former professional footballer Sam Winnall about his experiences about performing under pressure. Sam…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP4: Meg Baldwin (Port Vale Women captain)
During this episode, Dr Paul Mansell and Jack Bullock interview Port Vale Women's captain Meg Baldwin about her experiences of performing under pressure. Meg…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP3: Matt Jarvis (Former England, Wolves, & West Ham winger)
Matt Jarvis made over 400 appearances in his football career and represented clubs including Gillingham, Wolves, West Ham and Norwich. He was selected to play…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP2: Dr Jamie Barker (Sport Psychologist)
In this episode, Dr Paul Mansell and Professor Matt Slater welcome Dr Jamie Barker into the studio. Formerly of Staffordshire University, Jamie shares…
University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure PodcastEP1: Matt Smith (TNT Sport presenter)
In our first episode, Dr Paul Mansell and Dr Joe Dixon sit down with experienced TV presenter Matt Smith to discuss his perceptions of pressure and how he is…