Mick Donovan

Mick Donovan

Head of Institute of Sport & Exercise Science

Institute of Sports & Exercise Science

Contact Details

email: m.donovan@worc.ac.uk

tel: 01905 855442


Qualifications
MA Sport Culture & Society
BEd Physical Education
Senior Basketball Coach 

Teaching & Research

Professional Interests

Sports Coaching Science
Physical Education
Performance Analysis
MSc European Basketball endorsed by FIBA Europe
FIBA Europe Universitas

Recent Projects/Consultancy:
Hosted senior delegation seminars: The General Administration of Sport china
Worcester Arena Campaign Committee member
Pioneer of the University of Worcester and Worcester Wolves Basketball Program
Creation and implementation of the Learning Through Sport initiative; regional and national
Invited by Skills Active to create NVQ teaching materials to be published nationally
Secured funding to support Worcester Wolves and UW Basketball program from local and national businesses and sports organisations.
Secured funding and directed ‘Learning Through Sport’ Initiative for 12 primary schools in Worcester and Stourport
Secured 'sportsmatch' funding for community basketball programmes.
Co-ordinating sports grant applications and directing initiatives for local schools.
Secured funding as the first providers for the ‘Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence Basketball scheme,’ in conjunction with England Basketball and the Learning and Skills Council.

Research Interests
Learning through Sport
Education & Excellence in Sport
Performance Analysis
Children in Sport
Physical Education 

Publications

Millar, S.K., Oldham, A.R.H., & Donovan, M. (2011), Coaches' Self-Awareness of Timing, Nature and Intent of Verbal Instructions to Athletes,
International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching. Vol.6 (4)

Donovan, M. (2010) 101 Youth Basketball Drills, A & C Black Publishers, London

Donovan, M. (2008). Learning Through Sports when preparing for SATS. Interactive learning session. Association of Physical Education Conference, Cheshire. 

Donovan, M. & Yates, V (2008) (In press) Learning Through Sport. Supporting Key Stage 2 children in Math’s and English. Coachwise, Leeds. 

Donovan, M, & Marshall, J.  (2006). Realigning the student experience: Valuing education and excellence in sport. New Horizons for Research in to Higher Education. SRHE Conference. Brighton 2006. 

Donovan, M., Jones, G., & Hardman, K. (2006). Physical Education and Sport in England: Dualism, Partnership and Delivery Provision. International Journal of Fundamental and Applied Kinesiology. Vol. 8 (1) June. 

Burchill, J.K., Donovan, M.D. & Peters, D.M. (2006).The impact of data normalisation on the outcomes of a preliminary case study of passing sequences, shots and goals in U19 Premier Youth Academy football in England. World Congress of Performance Analysis of Sport, Hungary. 

Donovan, M. (2004). Physical Education and Sport Tomorrow.’ Education Through Sport Conference, Council of Europe, Malta,2004. 

Donovan, M. (2004). Assessment and Certification of Competencies for Students, Teachers  and Coaches.’ Education Through Sport Conference, Council of Europe, Malta, 2004. 

Donovan, M. (2004) ‘Physical Education and Sport – Inter Relations and Differences.’ Education Through Sport Conference, Council of Europe, Malta,2004. 

Jones, GW., Peters, D.M. & Donovan, M. (2004). Critical evaluation of the impact of the ‘bonus point’ scoring system on the final pool positions in the 2003Rugby world cup. World Congress of Performance Analysis of Sport, Belfast 

Donovan, M., Jones, G.W & Peters, D.M. (2004). “How can you call it from there ref?” A performance analysis of referee behaviour in men’s English National Basketball League. World Congress of Performance Analysis of Sport, Belfast. 

Donovan, M. (2001). (Invited Speaker). ‘Dressage and Coaching – An Integrated Approach.’ British Horse Society Dressage Forum. Bristol. 

Donovan, M. (2000). Reflecting upon Management and Coaching. Football Insight, The FA Coaches Journal, Issue 2, Volume 3, 46-48.

External Responsibilities

FIBA Europe Universitas Organising Committee
Executive Board Member – British Basketball League
Senior Coach/Educator – England Basketball
Worcester Sports partnership Board Member