Notational analysis of scoring techniques in competitive men’s karate
Journal Article
Laird, P., & McLeod, K. (2009)
Notational analysis of scoring techniques in competitive men’s karate. International journal of performance analysis in sport, 9(2), 171-187. https://doi.org/10.1080/24748668.2009.11868475
The aim of this study was to determine frequencies of scoring techniques executed during a series of karate fights and whether there was a difference between the techniques us...
Analytics in Football
Digital Artefact
Laird, P. (2021)
Analytics in Football. [YouTube]
A round table discussion with sports analysts and coaches on the current development and application of analytics in Football.
An examination of athlete self-directed film study viewing times prior to a competitive game
Report
Laird, P., & Clark, J. (2022)
An examination of athlete self-directed film study viewing times prior to a competitive game. BAFCA
This study examined individual player video viewing times prior to a game over the course of a competitive season. Analysis of whether viewing times were directly influenced b...
Engaging students in learning: managing retention and reducing attrition.
Presentation / Conference
Pollock, C., Brown, N., Chalmers, C., Laird, P., & Laybourn, P. (2010, January)
Engaging students in learning: managing retention and reducing attrition. Paper presented at Edinburgh Napier University staff conference, Edinburgh Napier University
No abstract available.
Blog Jan ’19 – Sidelines
Other
Laird, P. (2019)
Blog Jan ’19 – Sidelines. http://www.bafca.co.uk/news/blogs/blog-jan19/
Learn The Game. Learn Coaching. Learn about your Players. Stick to the Plan (but be prepared to adapt).
An examination of try scoring in rugby union: a review of international rugby statistics
Journal Article
Laird, P., & Lorimer, R. (2004)
An examination of try scoring in rugby union: a review of international rugby statistics. International journal of performance analysis in sport, 4(1), 72-80
The purpose of this study was to review some of the key statistics collected by the International Rugby Board (IRB) in their review of the game (2003) and to compare these fin...
A History of the British American Football Coaches Association
Other
Laird, P. (2019)
A History of the British American Football Coaches Association. http://www.bafca.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/BAFCA-history.pdf
The roots of a coaching association for UK American Football can be traced to 1986. This article traces its origins to the modern day highlighting the important role the coach...
Britballin in partnership with BAFCA chat with Coach Bill Curry
Digital Artefact
Laird, P. (2021)
Britballin in partnership with BAFCA chat with Coach Bill Curry. [YouTube]
A vodcast interview with coaching legend, author, and three time Super Bowl winner, Coach Bill Curry.
Penalty Corners in Field Hockey: A guide to success
Journal Article
Laird, P., & Sutherland, P. (2003)
Penalty Corners in Field Hockey: A guide to success. International journal of performance analysis in sport, 3(1), 19-26
The purpose of this study was to devise a suitable notational analysis system (video analysis combined with hand notation) to help coaches and players improve their performanc...
Coaches Round table - DB's
Digital Artefact
Laird, P. (2021)
Coaches Round table - DB's. [YouTube]
A round table discussion with Great Britain national coaches discussing Defensive Back play