The Long Game: Why Doing It Well Still Matters in Sport 

By Dr Paul Garner Photo by Quino Al on Unsplash I guess you know you’re getting old when you look forward to a coffee with the newspaper on a Saturday morning! Today I indulged my passion for rugby and read three articles written by different journalists all of which discussed leadership in some shape or form. They reminded … Continue reading “The Long Game: Why Doing It Well Still Matters in Sport “

Step Into Sports Business Leadership 

By Dr Jamie Pringle Step Into Sports Business Leadership – Applications Open for September 2026  Are you ready to transform your passion for sport into a career that shapes the future of business and leadership? Starting September 2026, the University of Birmingham invites ambitious postgraduates to join our MSc Sports Business, Management & Leadership – … Continue reading “Step Into Sports Business Leadership “

Me, myself and I: Ryder Cup Captains and The Language of Leadership 

By Dr Jamie Pringle Photo credit: Bryan Berlin Anyone who watched the 2025 Ryder Cup will have been struck by the contrasting fortunes of Team USA and Team Europe across the three days. After Europe’s dominance in Friday and Saturday’s pairings, holding an 11½–4½ lead, Captain Luke Donald’s side held off a strong USA singles fightback to scrape a … Continue reading “Me, myself and I: Ryder Cup Captains and The Language of Leadership “

Reflections on Leadership: Insights Gained from a Week with Undergraduate Sports Students 

By Katie Cronin Recently, I had the unique opportunity to spend a week with sports students who were exploring the concept of leadership within their field. This experience prompted me to reflect deeply on my own leadership style and its impact on my professional practice both as an educator and clinician.  The Intersection of Leadership … Continue reading “Reflections on Leadership: Insights Gained from a Week with Undergraduate Sports Students “