The Sport Psych Show #314 Dr Matthew Andrew - Developmental Activities that Underpin Expert Performance
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Feb 17, 2025 Dr. Matthew Andrew, a senior lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology, shares compelling insights on talent development in female soccer. He discusses a study that reveals the key developmental activities for professional players in England. Matthew emphasizes the importance of structured practice blending enjoyment, while also highlighting the influence of coaching and mixed-gender training. He compares the talent identification processes in women's soccer between the US and the UK, offering cross-cultural insights that could enhance future talent development strategies.
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Career Path
- Dr. Matthew Andrew's interest in sport psychology began during his undergraduate studies at Liverpool John Moores University.
- He initially aimed to become a PE teacher but pursued research in skill acquisition, leading to a PhD focused on imitation in autistic adults.
Imitation and Learning
- Imitation in sport can be investigated through various lenses, including social learning theory and mirror neurons.
- The broken mirror theory, which suggests a broken mirror neuron system in autistic individuals, has been challenged by further research.
Using Imitation in Coaching
- Use imitation and modeling in sports psychology by having players analyze their role models.
- Break down the learning process into stages: observation, processing, planning, execution, and feedback.