Overview
Background
Dr. Steven Rynne is an Associate Professor and Program Convenor for Sports Coaching with the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences at The University of Queensland, Australia. The major theme that runs throughout Steven’s work is learning in sport. Within this broad theme he has worked and conducted research with a variety of peak domestic and international sporting bodies aimed at fostering high performance through learning (e.g. how elite coaches learn their craft) and understanding outcomes for sport participants (e.g. sport for reconciliation). Steven teaches undergraduate and graduate students, is a cycling coach and registered HPE teacher, and has been immersed in junior and community sport settings for more than two decades.
Availability
- Associate Professor Steven Rynne is:
- Available for supervision
- Media expert
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours), The University of Queensland
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
Research interests
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Steven has a range of research interests related to coach learning and Indigenous sport.
In particular, he is interested in:
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The work of high performance coaches
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Coaching knowledge and learning to coach
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Sport coaching environments as workplaces
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Indigenous sporting programs
Works
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2016
Journal Article
Learning in action and adventure sports
Ellmer, Eva and Rynne, Steven (2016). Learning in action and adventure sports. Asia-Pacific Journal of Health, Sport and Physical Education, 7 (2), 107-119. doi: 10.1080/18377122.2016.1196111
2016
Journal Article
Exploring the pedagogical possibilities of Indigenous sport-for-development programmes using a socio-personal approach
Rynne, Steven (2016). Exploring the pedagogical possibilities of Indigenous sport-for-development programmes using a socio-personal approach. Sport, Education and Society, 21 (4), 605-622. doi: 10.1080/13573322.2015.1107830
2016
Journal Article
Learning cultures and cultural learning in high-performance sport: opportunities for sport pedagogues
Barker-Ruchti, Natalie, Barker, Dean, Rynne, Steven B. and Lee, Jessica (2016). Learning cultures and cultural learning in high-performance sport: opportunities for sport pedagogues. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, 21 (1), 1-9. doi: 10.1080/17408989.2015.1072512
2016
Journal Article
Valued learning experiences of early career and experienced high-performance coaches
Mallett, Clifford J., Rynne, Steven B. and Billett, Stephen (2016). Valued learning experiences of early career and experienced high-performance coaches. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, 21 (1), 89-104. doi: 10.1080/17408989.2014.892062
2016
Journal Article
Moving forwards with the aim of going backwards fast: high-performance rowing as a learning environment
Rossi, Tony, Rynne, Steven B. and Rabjohns, Martin (2016). Moving forwards with the aim of going backwards fast: high-performance rowing as a learning environment. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, 21 (1), 55-68. doi: 10.1080/17408989.2015.1043254
2016
Book Chapter
High performance coaching: demands and development
Rynne, Steven B., Mallett, Clifford J. and Rabjohns, Martin W. O. (2016). High performance coaching: demands and development. The psychology of sports coaching: research and practice. (pp. 114-126) edited by Richard Thelwell, Chris Harwood and Iain Greenlees. Abingdon, Oxon, United Kingdom: Routledge. doi: 10.4324/9781315689210-9
2016
Journal Article
In pursuit of becoming a senior coach: The learning culture for Australian Football League coaches
Mallett, Clifford J., Rossi, Tony, Rynne, Steven B. and Tinning, Richard (2016). In pursuit of becoming a senior coach: The learning culture for Australian Football League coaches. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, 21 (1), 24-39. doi: 10.1080/17408989.2015.1072508
2015
Journal Article
運動教練工作初探：以 UBA 男子公開組第一級籃球教練為例
Tao, Yi-Che, Shin, Simon, Zhuang, Jia-Jia, Rynne, Steven and Mallett, Cliff (2015). 運動教練工作初探：以 UBA 男子公開組第一級籃球教練為例. 臺灣運動教育學報, 10 (2), 21-36. doi: 10.6580/JTSP.2015.10(2).02
2015
Journal Article
Athlete learning in Olympic sport
Barker-Ruchti, N., Rynne, S. R., Lee, J. and Barker, D. M. (2015). Athlete learning in Olympic sport. Sports Coaching Review, 3 (2), 162-178. doi: 10.1080/21640629.2014.1059136
2015
Book Chapter
Mentoring high performance athletes
Mallett, Clifford J., Emmett, Matthew and Rynne, Steven (2015). Mentoring high performance athletes. Mentoring in physical education and sports coaching. (pp. 172-179) edited by Fiona C. Chambers. London, United Kingdom: Routledge. doi: 10.4324/9781315797687-19
2015
Book Chapter
Changing role of coaches across development
Mallett, Clifford J. and Rynne, Steven (2015). Changing role of coaches across development. Routledge handbook of sport expertise. (pp. 394-403) edited by Joseph Baker and Damian Farrow. London, United Kingdom: Routledge. doi: 10.4324/9781315776675-34
2014
Conference Publication
Research collaborations in the monitoring and evaluation of sports programs: The International Cricket Council East Asia Pacific and The University of Queensland - symposium
Rynne, S. B., Beckman, E., Hanrahan, S., Rossi, T. and Khoo, C. (2014). Research collaborations in the monitoring and evaluation of sports programs: The International Cricket Council East Asia Pacific and The University of Queensland - symposium. Sport Matters Conference 2014: Inspire. Unite. Change, Brisbane, QLD Australia, 29 September – 1 October 2014.
2014
Other Outputs
Examination of intervention effectiveness: Pacific Sport Partnership. Research report submitted to the International Cricket Council East Asia Pacific.
Rynne, S. B., Beckman, E., Rossi, A. and Hanrahan, S. (2014). Examination of intervention effectiveness: Pacific Sport Partnership. Research report submitted to the International Cricket Council East Asia Pacific.. International Cricket Council East Asia Pacific.
2014
Journal Article
Moving out of sports: A sociocultural examination of olympic career transitions
Barker, Dean, Barker-Ruchti, Natalie, Rynne, Steven and Lee, Jessica (2014). Moving out of sports: A sociocultural examination of olympic career transitions. International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching, 9 (2), 255-270. doi: 10.1260/1747-9541.9.2.255
2014
Journal Article
Autonomy-supportive pedagogical approach to sports coaching: Research, challenges and opportunities
Occhino, Joseph L., Mallett, Clifford J., Rynne, Steven B. and Carlisle, Kristy N. (2014). Autonomy-supportive pedagogical approach to sports coaching: Research, challenges and opportunities. International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching, 9 (2), 401-415. doi: 10.1260/1747-9541.9.2.401
2014
Conference Publication
Mentoring high performance athletes
Mallett, C. and Rynne, S. B. (2014). Mentoring high performance athletes. AIESEP World Congress, Auckland, New Zealand, 10-13 February 2014.
2014
Conference Publication
High performance coach development: individual agency and affordances
Rynne, S. B. (2014). High performance coach development: individual agency and affordances. AIESEP World Congress, Auckland, New Zealand, 10-13 February 2014.
2014
Conference Publication
Letters to an early career academic - symposium
Enright, E., Rynne, S. B. and Alfrey, L. (2014). Letters to an early career academic - symposium. AIESEP World Congress, Auckland, New Zealand, 10-13 February 2014.
2014
Conference Publication
Expecting too much? Can national sport policies and Indigenous sport programs in Australia deliver social outcomes?
Rossi, T., Rynne, S. B., Phillips, M. and Macdonald, D. (2014). Expecting too much? Can national sport policies and Indigenous sport programs in Australia deliver social outcomes?. AIESEP World Congress, Auckland, New Zealand, 10-13 February 2014.
2014
Conference Publication
High performance sport and sustainability
Barker, D., Annerstedt, C., Rynne, S. B., Lee, J., Hageskog, C., Wals, A. and Tinning, R. (2014). High performance sport and sustainability. AIESEP World Congress, Auckland, New Zealand, 10-13 February 2014.
Funding
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Supervision
Availability
- Associate Professor Steven Rynne is:
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
The pedagogical work of high performance sport coaches.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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Doctor Philosophy
Coaches' learning - through and from the athlete
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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Doctor Philosophy
Coaches of the future: Optimising relationships, learning, and performance in sport
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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Doctor Philosophy
Coach education: current effectiveness of Olympic coaching practices.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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Doctor Philosophy
What does a pathways (sport) coach need to know and do?
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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Doctor Philosophy
Para Sport coach development- a prospective longitudinal study
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Sean Tweedy, Associate Professor Emma Beckman
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Doctor Philosophy
Investigations into the coach-athlete relationship of Australian Football
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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Master Philosophy
Training talent to thrive: Piloting the Mindfulness-Acceptance-Commitment protocol in a Western drama school
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
Completed supervision
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Sport for development programs: Privatised aid and Aboriginal sport in Australia
Principal Advisor
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2023
Master Philosophy
Sport for Land: Mining industry-funded sport for development programs for First Nations people
Principal Advisor
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
The Professional Knowledge and Identity Development of New Physical Education Teachers' Transition to Professionals in Hong Kong
Principal Advisor
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2022
Master Philosophy
INVESTIGATING PERSONAL STRIVINGS OF ELITE 17- 20 YEAR-OLD MALE AUSTRALIAN RUGBY UNION PLAYERS
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Learning in Action Sports: The Experiences of High Performance BMX Riders
Principal Advisor
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Considering how high-performance sport officials learn their craft: 'People, Place, and Product'
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2017
Master Philosophy
Exploring the culture of a sporting organisation
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Playing nice: Adaptive motivational environments in high performance sport
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2016
Master Philosophy
Examining how an Australian Rules Football Coach makes Decisions in the Coaches' Box on Match Day
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Where East Meets West: A workplace learning study of Chinese high performance diving coaches in Diving Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2012
Master Philosophy
Exploring the lived experiences of Polynesian athletes in the National Rugby League
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Context Matters: An Examination of Daily Training Environments in Tennis
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
In Pursuit of Understanding my Authentic Coaching-Self
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
An Examination of Players' Shared Leadership in the Australian Men's Professional Football League
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Nik Steffens, Professor Cliff Mallett
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
Coach as Performer: Coach Emotion, Coping, and the Coach-Athlete-Performance Relationship
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Developing Features of Sport Parenting Expertise: An Investigation and Intervention
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2014
Master Philosophy
The Role of Relatedness in Elite Rowing
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Promoting a psychological need-supportive environment: An investigation into changing behaviour
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Cliff Mallett
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