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The Sport Psych Show

Dan Abrahams
Sports Psychology
Coaching
Sport Psychology
Mental Health
Skill Acquisition
Team Dynamics
Performance Psychology
Football
Youth Sports
Rugby
Psychology
Leadership
Resilience
Talent Development
Player Development
Sports Performance
Golf
Derek O'riordan
Performance Anxiety
Development

Join Sport Psychologist, Dan Abrahams, on The Sport Psych Show as he aims to demystify sport psychology for players, coaches and parents by speaking with some of the most influential people in sports performance today. Dan is on a mission to learn more about how sport psychology philosophies, tools and techniques positively impact participation, progression and performance in sport. He wants to le... more

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In this episode I'm delighted to welcome back Prof Mark Williams to the show. Mark has 35+ years experience as a research scientist, academic and consultant in high-performance sport. His research work focuses on the neural and psychological mechanis... more

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I speak with Morten Bertelsen in this week's episode. Morten is the first team sport psychologist at F.C. Copenhagen supporting players, coaches, and staff in one of Scandinavia's leading football clubs.

Morten has worked with the development of p... more

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I speak with performance psychologist, author, researcher, and world-leading expert in flow, Dr Sue Jackson in this week's episode.

Sue's expertise is grounded in the psychology of flow: the state of optimal engagement and experience. Sue primaril... more

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I speak with J.P. Nerbun in this week's episode. J.P. is a leading expert on culture transformation and the author of four books on leadership. He is the founder and CEO of TOC, an ecosystem of online communities, courses, and coaching for sports org... more

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Mark Williams
Distinguished professor and sports science researcher specializing in skill acquisition and performance
South China Normal University
Episode: #350 Prof Mark Williams - Considering Skill Acquisition and Game Intelligence
Morten Bertelsen
Sports psychologist at Copenhagen Football Club
Copenhagen Football Club
Episode: #349 Morten Bertelsen - Communication for Better Teamwork
Sue Jackson
Sports psychologist and author focusing on flow in sport
Author of Experiencing Flow, Life Beyond Boredom and Anxiety
Episode: #348 Dr Sue Jackson - Experiencing Flow
JP Nerbun
Author of The Culture Captain, coach and leader in high-performance sport
The Culture Captain (Book)
Episode: #347 J.P. Nerbun - The Culture Captain
Shane Pill
Professor of Coaching (returning guest)
Flinders University
Episode: #346 Pip Henderson, Dr Will Vickery & Prof Shane Pill - Coaches' Definitions of Success in Sport
Pip Henderson
Researcher/academic involved in sport, health equity, and coach education
Flinders University (associated with public health and sport equity work)
Episode: #346 Pip Henderson, Dr Will Vickery & Prof Shane Pill - Coaches' Definitions of Success in Sport
Will Vickery
Senior Coaching Advisor, Australian Sports Commission
Australian Sports Commission
Episode: #346 Pip Henderson, Dr Will Vickery & Prof Shane Pill - Coaches' Definitions of Success in Sport
Dr. Jerry Lynch
Sport psychologist with decades in high-performance sport
Way of Champions / Colorado programs
Episode: #345 Dr Jerry Lynch & John O'Sullivan - How to be an Exceptional Captain and Leader
John O'Sullivan
Author and leadership coach focusing on sport leadership
Changing the Game Project
Episode: #345 Dr Jerry Lynch & John O'Sullivan - How to be an Exceptional Captain and Leader

Host

Dan Abrahams
Host of The Sport Psych Show

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 389 ratings
  • Very informative

    Dan does a great job of balancing in-depth conversations with tangible take-aways! Loved being a guest on this show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Performerspod
    United States2 years ago
  • Opens the door to a wide range of learning

    A great podcast to listen to for coaches who want to improve the way they coach and how they interact with their players.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark J A
    Australia2 years ago
  • Really Interesting

    A well presented podcast with educated guests. For anyone interested in the human side of all aspects of sports and coaching.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Toni-girl
    Australia3 years ago
  • One of my ‘go to’ podcasts

    This is one of my ‘go to’ pods when I am seeking education, enlightenment and new angles with regards to performance psychology. Dan had me on the show over a year ago and he was insightful and challenging - he clearly has expertise and his own points of view but also dives into hearty discussion with an open mind. I enjoy having two experts discussing topics rather than an interviewer and interviewee.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackdiddlyack
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Great show!

    Dan and his guests consistently provide listeners with great information sure to help listeners learn how to perform their best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karen Schwab
    United States4 years ago

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The show is a strong resource for coaches and athletes seeking practical psychology in sport.
Listeners praise the host and guests for actionable, evidence-informed insights.
Recording quality is sometimes criticized, but the content remains highly valuable and well-regarded.

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#204
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Apple Podcasts
#216
Austria/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#240
Spain/Sports
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#244
Ireland/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#350 Prof Mark Williams - Considering Skill Acquisition and Game Intelligence
Q: Where do you stand on explicit instruction versus creating conditions or constraints that allow the technique or skill to emerge?
Williams says there is no fixed recipe. Coaches should generally minimize instruction and feedback where possible, while making judgments along a continuum and combining scientific guidance with their professional and practical experience.
#350 Prof Mark Williams - Considering Skill Acquisition and Game Intelligence
Q: For coaches and parents, what are the keys to helping players improve anticipation and decision-making?
Williams recommends specific, repeated practice at an appropriate challenge level. Strategic decisions can benefit from instruction and video feedback, while intuitive decisions develop through fast-paced, dynamic situations that require players to respond without overthinking.
#349 Morten Bertelsen - Communication for Better Teamwork
Q: How do relational development plans work at Copenhagen FC?
The player owns the development plan but is supported by a small group of teammates plus coaches; they assess progress in precise steps, using peer feedback to accelerate development and align learning with performance.
#349 Morten Bertelsen - Communication for Better Teamwork
Q: What did you learn from the top coaches in Denmark across multiple sports?
They emphasized creating an environment where people can succeed together, with diverse methods; feedback and relational understanding were central, which led him to explore systemic thinking and family therapy for deeper patterns.
#348 Dr Sue Jackson - Experiencing Flow
Q: How can mindfulness be used to move toward flow without losing focus on performance-related skills?
Mindfulness trains present-make awareness and attention, helping athletes notice when their mind wanders and redirect it to the task at hand, which supports the conditions for flow and reduces self-consciousness and time distortion.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sport Psych Show

What is The Sport Psych Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-signal show that explores the psychology of performance, leadership, and coaching across elite sport. Conversations span culture, well-being, decision-making, and practical frameworks for developing teams, coaches, and athletes. Episodes frequently feature researchers, practitioners, and authors who translate academic ideas into actionable coaching tools, with a strong emphasis on leadership, mental skills, and human-centered performance. The format tends to balance theory with real-world stories and takeaways, making it useful for coaches, sport scientists, and performance professionals seeking evidence-informed approaches. A notable strength is the consistent guest diversity—ranging from book authors to university researchers—deliv... more

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Recent guests on The Sport Psych Show include:

1. Mark Williams
2. Morten Bertelsen
3. Sue Jackson
4. JP Nerbun
5. Shane Pill
6. Pip Henderson
7. Will Vickery
8. Dr. Jerry Lynch

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