Insight partners with DCU to enhance Premier League coaching

Insight and DCU Collaborate to Enhance Premier League Coaches

The Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Research Centre for Data Analytics, Insight, and Dublin City University's (DCU) School of Health and Human Performance have joined forces to develop coaching practices within the highest levels of UK football. Their collaboration aims to uncover new insights and enhance sports coaching.

Working together, Insight and DCU have already established a successful model, which they have implemented in projects with the GAA in Ireland and Premiership Rugby in the UK.

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Enhancing Coaching Practices through Data Analytics

The primary focus of this partnership is to build a "data-driven practice and policy approach" to areas such as coach and talent development, funding allocation, participation, and support for elite athletes. Dr. Stephen Behan, representing Insight, emphasizes the importance of leveraging data to enhance coaching practices within the Premier League.

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Dr. Jamie Taylor of DCU mentions that an "embedded researcher" will be working closely with Premier League academies to provide valuable recommendations for future coaching practices. The data and research findings generated from this collaboration will not only improve coaching quality within the Premier League but also benefit key football stakeholders through academic publications and conference presentations.

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Catering to Individual Coach Needs

Sean Reed, head of coaching sport at the Premier League, highlights the importance of tailoring coaching development to the individual needs of coaches. The collaboration between Insight and DCU aims to provide a greater understanding of the game's demands and the players' needs, ultimately enhancing coaching expertise within the professional game.

Innovative Collaboration with Irish Researchers

Dr. Áine MacNamara, chair of the Professional Doctorate in Elite Performance at DCU, explains that the Premier League chose to partner with Irish researchers due to their unique and practical approach to elite sport research. The collaboration between Insight, DCU, and the Premier League promises to deliver exciting results.

The Insight research center, funded by the public, has been making significant contributions to Ireland's economy for over 10 years. Its estimated value is approximately £957 million.