THE Team BEHIND
THE SCIENCE
We are a multidisciplinary collective of sports scientists, dedicated to the pursuit of snooker excellence. Our mission is to empower coaches and players with evidence-based insights, transforming the way the game is understood, taught, and played at the highest levels.
Meet the Applied Scientists
Dr. Joe Stone
PERFORMANCE analysis
Joe is an Associate Professor with over 15 years experience in performance analytics working across multiple sporting domains. His research uses cutting edge methods in data analytics, with contemporary understanding of sport coaching theory to inform athletic preparation and performance.
Dr. Lee Bell
Strength & Conditioning
Lee is an expert in Strength and Conditioning currently working as a Senior Lecturer. His expertise is in developing planning and programming strategies to enhance athletic performance, with a specific focus on muscular strength development and training load management.
Dr. Ben Strafford
skill acquisition
Ben is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science with 10 years of expertise working in skill acquisition and human movement sciences. His research integrates mixed method research designs to better understand how people learn and perform under pressure.
Dr. Laura Carey
PSYCHOLOGY
Laura is registered practitioner psychologist and lecturer at the University of the West of Scotland. Her research expertise are in perceptual-cognitive performance. Her work focuses on the use of eye-tracking and neural mechanisms that underpin expert performance in sport.
METHODOLOGY
RESEARCH-DRIVEN COACHING
Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that snooker excellence is manageable and measurable. We employ a rigorous scientific methodology, combining real-time performance analytics with biomechanical modeling to understand barriers in player development and performance. By translating complex data into actionable coaching strategies, we provide a structured path for athletes to refine their technique and master the mental demands of professional play.