Behind the Biomechanist
A husband, father, researcher, mentor and coach developer. I’m curious by nature, quietly competitive, and deeply loyal. I’ve been asking “why” for as long as I can remember — my parents often say it started the moment I could talk. As I have gotten older, that same curiosity has been drawn to how people move, and why they do what they do.
Away from biomechanics, life is full and rarely calm. I enjoy spending time with my wife and three young children — including twin boys, who keep things lively — or getting out for a quiet round of golf.
Reflection for growth matters to me — in work, in life, and in coaching. I’m not driven by titles or public recognition. I’m driven by making a difference — the kind that happens quietly, in conversations that stick, in support that matters, and in helping good people do great work, better.
“I believe in being part of the puzzle, not the whole picture.”
The Journey (until now)
I didn’t grow up wanting to be a Biomechanist — I just loved sport and was good at maths. When it became clear I wasn’t going to make it as a cricketer, I looked for another way to stay close to the game. That led me into sports science, and eventually to biomechanics.
My academic path took me through a Mathematics degree, a Master’s in Sports Biomechanics, a PhD in Computer Simulation, and a Post-Doc focused on fast bowling technical excellence. I’ve been fortunate to learn from, and befriend, mentors like Kevin Shine, Dr. Mark King, and Dr. Fred Yeadon – who taught me to be open, stay curious, and remain honest — especially when I don’t have all the answers.
From an applied perspective, I’ve spent 15 years developing my coaching and mentoring practice — as an ECB Specialist Coach Developer, a biomechanics consultant to domestic and international organisations across the men’s and women’s game, and as a qualified suspect bowling action specialist with the ICC.
“Extraordinary is just ordinary with a little extra – I can help with the little extra”
My mentoring approach
My approach is grounded in curiosity, clarity, and collaboration. I don’t believe in fixed models or one-size-fits-all solutions. Every coach I work with brings their own strengths, challenges, and context — my role is to help make sense of that. I ask questions, offer perspective, and help you find answers that work for you and your players. It’s a partnership, not a prescription.
When I’m mentoring, I keep things simple: What’s the problem? Why is it a problem? And how can we resolve it? From there, I step back and let the coach do their work. I’m not here to take over — I’m here to offer scientific perspective that adds clarity and direction, so you can move forward with confidence in your own decisions.
I’m not interested in being the expert in the room — I want to be the person who helps you view something differently than before. Sometimes that means diving into the detail. Sometimes it means stepping back. But always, it’s about creating a space where you can grow your own understanding — and walk away feeling better equipped to support your players.
“I’m not here to take over — I’m here to help you do what you do best.”
How can you work with me?
‘Mentoring’
One-off, Projects & Ongoing
Personalised support to help you work through technical challenges, develop player programmes, or sharpen your coaching eye — delivered through honest conversation and grounded in long-established science.
‘Content Review’
One-off, Projects & Ongoing
Honest feedback on social or written content about cricket biomechanics to promote clarity, context and confidence, as well as ensuring it is biomechanically accurate and grounded in the latest scientific ideas.
‘Speaking’
Online & In-Person
Guest lectures, applied workshops and programme support for teams, organisations and coach developers designed to make biomechanical insights relevant, practical, and easy to apply in real coaching environments.
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