Youri Geurkink

Sports Scientist | PhD

Timeline

2021 - Present

Physical & Scientific Coordinator

Responsible for the policy regarding physical development within the Academy. Additionally, leading in all components within the Academy that have a (sports) scientific foundation.

2017 - 2021

PhD-student Ghent University & Sports Scientist KAA Gent

Obtaining my PhD (Data & Technology in Soccer) while supporting the first team of KAA Gent on a daily basis.

2015 - 2017

Master in Sports Training & Coaching

Building on the bachelor, specializing in the theory around Sports Training & Coaching.

2012 - 2015

Bachelor in Physical Education & Movement Sciences

Mixture of practice (from doing sports to teaching) and theory.

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About Me

Hi, I'm Youri Geurkink (), a passionate Sports Scientist. I focus on integrating scientific principles into sports training and coaching. With a strong background in physical education and sports science, I work with athletes to enhance their performance. Beyond work, I'm a father of two boys, an avid lifter & runner, and always seeking new ways to grow both professionally and personally.

Why this website?

During my work, I developed skills in and a passion for coding. Through this website, I want to visualize my professional path and showcase parts of my work.

Strength & Growth Opportunities

Strengths Areas of expertise and abilities where I think I make a difference.

  • Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills. I have a structured approach to analyzing and solving problems.
  • Deep understanding of sports science and athlete development. Comprehensive knowledge of training methods and athlete growth.
  • Adaptable and open to new approaches in training. Always exploring innovative ways to enhance training programs.

Growth Opportunities There is always room for improvement. That's why I think it is also good to show where you can grow (even further).

  • Continuously staying ahead of new developments in sports science. Keeping up with the ever-expanding knowledge in the field. Not always easy when you are handling the day-to-day tasks.
  • Refining the ability to motivate and inspire others. Mastering the art of inspiration and engagement.
  • Improving the clarity and effectiveness of demonstrations and instructions as a physical trainer. Refining my communication for clear, impactful training.

Flip through my PhD

Download my PhD thesis

PhD cover Open PDF

My work in action

Projects & Publications

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Publications

View my publications as a (co)-author on ResearchGate.

Link to ResearchGate
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Temperature Index

During this project, I worked on a simple tool to help practitioners and players with advice when dealing with different weather conditions.

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30-15 IFT

To monitor the 30-15 IFT, this tools helped to make a first draft for the results of the test.

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Did you know?

I made at least 10000 steps for
0
days in a row now.

Personal running records:

5k
19:45

5 miles
32:37

10k
44:04

10 miles
1:14:53

1/2 marathon
1:40:15

Impressive? Hardly..
.. but I can follow the players on the pitch 😉

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