Mark is a Lecturer in Sport Coaching at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS). Specialising in coach behaviours, Mark seeks through research to understand influences on the practice of coaches, so coaches can receive better training and support to bring about positive outcomes for sport participants. Mark is also interested in understanding and protecting the mental health of coaches.
At UWS Mark teaches modules around coaching practice and skill acquisition, leadership skills, and career development.
Mark owns and hosts a podcast, Labours of Sport Coaching, with the aim of promoting academic and professional advice for effective coaching to the general public.
Outside of academia, Mark is an active coach in youth football and also works as a coach tutor in formal football coach education.
Mark Carroll
