Research Associate in Sport Participation
College of Education, Psychology and Social Work
Dr Sarah Crossman is a Research Associate in Sport Participation in the Sport, Health, Activity, Performance and Exercise (SHAPE) Research Initiative at Flinders University. Her research interests are in the engagement and retention of people of all ages in organised sport using systems-based theoretical approaches. Her current research involves developing a scalable and sustainable model for implementing a walking football program in a regional area of South Australia, to enhance social connections and reduce loneliness among older men.
Sarah has both quantitative and qualitative research skills having designed and administered online surveys, interviews and focus groups with young people, adults, and key sporting club stakeholders to better understand how clubs support participation and mental health outcomes. She has analytical experience with SPSS and has performed detailed thematic and content analyses of qualitative data.
Doctor of Philosophy - Flinders University
Bachelor of Environmental Management (Honours 1A) - Flinders University
Professional Certificate in Social and Digital Media Management - University of South Australia
Certificate III in Fitness
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Adult sport participation