Sport Experiences of Division I Collegiate Athletes and Their Perception of the Importance of Specialization

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Abstract

Eric M. Martin joined the faculty at Boise State University in 2016. He earned a Ph.D. in Kinesiology with a concentration in Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity from the Department of Kinesiology at Michigan State University. Through his work at Michigan State, Dr. Martin was involved in a variety of projects that have investigated positive youth development programs, parent attitudes toward sport, and youth perceptions of the sport environment and how these environments impact youth development.

Dr. Martin’s primary research interests include the development and consequences of sport passion and how to best structure the youth sport environment to benefit all involved. His research has been published in a variety of journals including  The Sport Psychologist The Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology , and  The International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology .

In his spare time he enjoys playing and watching sports as well as spending time outdoors with his wife, Kristen, and son, Jamison.
Original languageAmerican English
StatePublished - 10 Apr 2017
EventBridging the Gap Podcast - Boise, ID
Duration: 10 Apr 2017 → …

Conference

ConferenceBridging the Gap Podcast
Period10/04/17 → …

EGS Disciplines

  • Kinesiology
  • Sports Sciences

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