Episode 165: In this episode of the Sports Science Insights Podcast powered by Informed Performance, Dr. Michael King, a Lecturer in Sports Science at the University of Glasgow and Physical Performance Coach at the Scottish FA, shares his unique perspective at the intersection of academia and applied practice. With a PhD focused on talent identification in youth players, Michael discusses the evolution of talent development, the challenges of sport science education, and his contributions to advancing the field through initiatives like the UEFA fitness courses and the World Congress of Science and Soccer.

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✏️Topics Discussed

• Michael’s Journey in Sport Science
• Academic vs. Applied Practice in Sport Science
• Talent ID Strategies in Scottish FA Performance Schools
• Innovations in Sport Science Education: UEFA Fitness Courses
• Insights on Organizing the World Congress of Science and Soccer

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Where you can find Mike:

•⁠ ⁠ResearchGate

•⁠ X/Twitter

•⁠ LinkedIn

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