Welcoming Shane Malone, PhD, and Adam Sullivan, PhD, to Sport Horizon!

We’re delighted to announce the newest additions to the Sport Horizon team: Shane Malone, PhD, and Adam Sullivan, PhD. Both bring an exceptional level of experience and expertise in sport science, data analysis, and performance optimisation. Their contributions will be instrumental as we continue to expand our educational content, particularly in Power BI, Tableau, and Excel, across our social media platforms and online courses.

Meet Shane Malone, PhD

Shane Malone, PhD, currently serves as a Lecturer at TU Dublin and is the Head of Sports Science at Dublin Senior Football. He is highly respected for his innovative approach to optimising athlete performance through data-driven strategies. With his extensive background in applying advanced data analysis techniques to elite sports, Shane is a fantastic addition to the Sport Horizon team.

"I am thrilled and excited to join Sport Horizon and contribute to their innovative approach in developing sports scientists’ data handling and visualisation capacities through Excel, Power BI, and Tableau. I hope to bring my passion for optimising athlete performance through cutting-edge data-informed strategies to the group. I look forward to collaborating with the dynamic group of practitioners associated with the company to push the boundaries of sporting performance." – Shane Malone, PhD

Meet Adam Sullivan, PhD

Adam Sullivan, PhD, is a Strength and Conditioning Coach and Sports Science Consultant with a distinguished career that includes working with elite teams such as Liverpool FC, Dublin GAA, and Bohemian Football Club. His background in strength and conditioning, combined with his expertise in data analysis, positions Adam as a key contributor to Sport Horizon’s mission of empowering practitioners through data visualisation.

"I am delighted to come on board with Sport Horizon and support the learning environment for practitioners looking to upskill in this area. Data analysis and visualisation are such important skills in the modern game, and when done effectively and efficiently, they allow practitioners to devote more time to coaching and interacting with athletes and coaches. So I am very excited to get started with the team at Sport Horizon." – Adam Sullivan, PhD

A Word from Ciaran Deely, PhD

Ciaran Deely, PhD, founder of Sport Horizon, shared his excitement about the new team members joining:

"I am incredibly excited about Shane Malone, PhD, and Adam Sullivan, PhD, joining the Sport Horizon family. I have known both for many years and can confidently say they are world leaders in their respective fields of sport science, data analysis, and performance optimisation. What makes them stand out is their experience working at the elite level with some of the best teams and clubs in the world, coupled with their academic rigour, having earned PhDs in sport science."

"Their integrated approach to sports performance fits perfectly with the vision we have at Sport Horizon. We are about to launch some innovative initiatives, and their contributions will elevate our work and provide even more value to our clients and followers. It’s an exciting time for us, and I’m looking forward to the journey ahead with Shane and Adam on board."

Looking Ahead

As Sport Horizon continues to develop top-tier educational resources for sports scientists, performance analysts, and coaches, the expertise of Shane Malone and Adam Sullivan will be crucial in driving our mission forward. Their deep knowledge of data handling and visualisation in the sports industry will enhance our offerings and help practitioners around the world unlock the full potential of their data for optimising athlete performance.

Stay tuned for exciting updates and new courses, coming soon!