Andy Boyd leads a UKSCA panel on sports tech, data, and coaching practice for strength and conditioning coaches and sport scientists.

Dr Martin Buchheit explores load–response monitoring, data-driven training, and performance adaptation for strength and conditioning coaches.

Benjamin Young explores gymnastics S&C: landing mechanics, athlete availability, and profiling strategies for performance-focused coaches.

Edward Baker explores combat sport performance, punch force, athlete readiness, and data-driven coaching for strength & conditioning coaches.

Professor Ben Jones explores sports technology, performance data, injury prevention and coaching insights for strength and conditioning coaches and sport scientists.

Cillian Reardon explores disciplined thinking, systems, and goal achievement in performance for strength and conditioning professionals.

Dr Dario Cazzola, Associate Professor of Biomechanics at Bath, researches injury biomechanics and performance, specialising in cervical spine injuries in sport.

S&C coaches are uniquely positioned to understand the psychological pressures that accompany athletic performance.

Clarity and guidance to improve practitioner application and understanding of plyometrics - adaptations, movement strategy, exercise prescription and exercise progressions.

In this UKSCA 2024 round table discussion, chaired by Andy Boyd, the focus was on youth physical activity and how we can improve it. The panel shared their insights on the barriers facing children today, from lack of play opportunities to the challenges of screen time. They also discussed the role of S&C in schools.

Nick Hill, Elite Performance Specialist at EXOS, at the UKSCA 2024 Conference. He shares his coaching journey, emphasising the importance of working with diverse athlete populations. Hill discussed NFL Combine training, key metrics for developing speed, and the complexity within simple exercises like sled pushes

Dr Ben Rosenblatt, founder of 292 Performance and former FA physical performance lead, shares his insights on preparing athletes for elite competition. Drawing from his experience with GB Hockey and the England football team, he highlights the importance of understanding athletes' specific physical demands

The coach needs a comprehensive understanding of motivation to construct a positive training environment that is sensitive to the elemental motives of the athletes.

This research poster describes an investigation into the strength and power characteristics of schoolboy rugby players at Millfield School.

Nic Gill is a performance coach and consultant best known for his work as S&C coach for the NZ All Blacks for the last 16 years.