Student Spotlight

“Get coaching early – it doesn’t have to be S&C from the start.” Dan Hogan – Setanta Student Story

Our latest Setanta Student Story features Dan Hogan, an MSc in Performance Coaching student, who shares his experiences and insights gained from his roles with Leinster Rugby and St Michael’s College, alongside his academic journey with Setanta. From Rugby Player [...]

By |2024-08-01T08:37:13+01:00June 26th, 2024|Student Spotlight|

“It has deepened my understanding of athletic performance” – Grigor Kerdikoshvili

Our latest student story features Grigor Kerdikoshvili a Black Lions and Georgian National Team Player and current Setanta MSc in Performance Coaching student.  Sporting Background and Journey Grigor’s sporting journey is a diverse one. His initial dreams were of competing [...]

By |2024-06-21T13:51:55+01:00June 21st, 2024|Student Spotlight|

“We are constantly trying to keep their fitness and strength levels high to match the demands of race riding.” – Wayne Middleton

Introduction Our latest Setanta Student Story features Wayne Middleton, a Setanta graduate and S&C coach currently working with licenced jockeys through Equuip, along with his own personal training services.  Below, Wayne provides an insight into his career journey to date, [...]

By |2024-05-08T11:04:58+01:00May 8th, 2024|Student Spotlight|

“I always think in terms of movement and the game the athlete is required to play, working back from there.” – Peter Hughes

Below, Setanta graduate Peter Hughes provides an insight into his coaching career which has brought him from his playing days with the Tyrone senior footballers to working with the Derry senior footballers and now as Rehabilitation Physiotherapist with New Zealand [...]

By |2024-02-29T13:47:15+00:00February 29th, 2024|Student Spotlight|

“Sport psychology can provide techniques and skills to all ages, not just the elite or professional athlete.” – Michelle Caulfield – Setanta Student Story

Introduction This week, MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology student Michelle Caulfield provides an insight into her studies, career and practical application of her studies in the latest instalment of our student story series. Background and Sporting Influence “Sport [...]

By |2024-01-25T12:58:57+00:00January 25th, 2024|Student Spotlight|

“Building relationships is where a good coach becomes a great coach” – Sinead Sheahan – Setanta Student Story

Introduction Our latest student story features Sinead Sheahan, a graduate of our MSc in Performance Coaching and owner of Sinead Sheahan Fitness.  Below, Sinead provides an insight into her educational background, her coaching journey and plans for the future.  A [...]

By |2024-01-18T16:28:17+00:00January 18th, 2024|Student Spotlight|