Gavin York - Sports Performance Coach
Introduction
Hello. My name is Gavin York. I became interested in sports psychology through my work as a snooker coach. I have been a snooker coach since 2008. In the beginning I was only interested in technique and I thought the player with the best technique would always win. However as I became more experienced I realised that the way that you think could affect your behaviour and your ability to perform. It was then that I realised the importance of a good mindset and I started to study psychology.
In 2022 I gained a MSc in Psychology from the University of Northampton. This allowed me to start the long journey to becoming a qualified sport and exercise psychologist. In 2024 I graduated from the University of Staffordshire with a distinction in sports and exercise psychology. I am now enrolled on the final stage of my qualification and I am working as a trainee sport and exercise psychologist under the supervision of Dr Brian Hemmings.
I still play snooker when I have the time and I coach part time. My favourite sport is now table tennis and I captain a team in the Northampton Table Tennis League. In 2025 we were fortunate enough to win the division 2 title and get promoted! I also enjoy tennis and I enjoy watching all types of sports especially athletics, football and golf.