Refereed Articles

Glaude, M., Bloom, G. A., & Martin, L. J. (in press). An in-depth exploration of a positional subgroup in professional sport. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology.

Alexander, D. & Bloom, G. A. (2023). Exploring coaches’ experiences and perceptions of a virtual parasport coach mentorship program. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 64, 102303. PDF icon Preview

Durand-Bush, N., Baker, J., van den Berg, F., Richard, V., & Bloom, G. A. (2023). The Gold Medal Profile for Sport Psychology (GMP-SP). Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 35(4), 547–570. PDF icon Preview

Pomerleau-Fontaine, L., Bloom, G. A., & Alexander, D. (2023). Elite wheelchair basketball athletes’ perceptions of the coach-athlete relationship. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 40(1), 105-125. PDF icon Preview

Lefebvre, J. S., Henderson, S., Salomie, A., Heath, N. L., & Bloom, G. A. (2023). A mixed-methods examination of a mental health awareness program in elite ice hockey. International Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology, 21(3), 557–578. PDF icon Preview

Hirsch, K. E., Loughead, T. M., Bloom, G. A., & Gilbert, W. D. (2023). Reviewing original research articles published in the International Sport Coaching Journal. International Sport Coaching Journal, 10(1), 3-15. PDF icon Preview

Michaud, M., Harvey, W. J., & Bloom, G. A. (2023). A scoping review of mixed methods research about physical activity for children with disabilities. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 40(1), 142-172. PDF icon Preview

Henderson, S., Bloom, G. A., & Alexander, D. (2022). Desired coaching behaviours of elite divers during competition. International Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology, 20 (6), 1777-1794. PDF icon Preview

Armstrong, A., Bloom, G. A., Lefebvre, J. S., & Schaefer, L. (2022). Examining how Canadian Hockey League General Managers build and sustain cultures of excellence. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 11(3), 320-333. PDF icon Preview

Cai, A., Lefebvre, J. S., Alexander, D., & Bloom, G. A. (2022). Applying group norms in sport: Practical considerations for coaches. Journal of Sport Psychology in Action, 13(3), 195-207. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., Trbovich, A. M., Caron, J. G., & Kontos, A. P. (2022). Psychological aspects of sport-related concussions: An evidence-based position paper. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 34(3), 495-517. PDF icon Preview

Alexander, D., Duncan, L. R., & Bloom, G. A. (2022). A critical discourse analysis of the dominant discourses being used to portray parasport coaches in the newspaper media. Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health, 14(4), 511–529. PDF icon Preview

Steins, R. M., Bloom, G. A., & Caron, J. G. (2022). Exploring female University athlete experiences of coping with protracted concussion symptoms. The Sport Psychologist, 36(1), 10-19. PDF icon Preview

Dohme, L-C., Bloom, G. A., & Knight, C. J. (2021). Understanding the behaviours employed by parents to support the psychological development of elite youth tennis players in England. International Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology, 19(6), 957-974. PDF icon Preview

Quilico, E., Harvey, W. J., Caron, J. G., & Bloom, G. A. (2021). Interpretative phenomenological analysis of community exercise experiences after severe traumatic brain injury. Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health, 13(5), 800-815. PDF icon Preview

Lefebvre, J. S., Alexander, D., Sweet, S. N., & Bloom, G. A. (2021). A mixed-methods case study examining the developmental networks of athletes in a wheelchair rugby team. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 56, 102000. PDF icon Preview

Lefebvre, J. S., Bloom, G. A., & Duncan, L. R. (2021). A qualitative examination of the developmental networks of elite sport coaches. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 10(2), 310-326PDF icon Preview

Milius, I., Gilbert, W. D., Alexander, D., & Bloom, G. A. (2021). Coaches’ use of positive tactile communication in collegiate basketball. International Sport Coaching Journal, 8(1), 91-100. PDF icon Preview

Bentzen, M., Alexander, D., Bloom, G. A., & Kenttä, G. (2021). What do we know about research on parasport coaches? A scoping review. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 38(1), 109-137. PDF icon Preview

Heelis, L., Caron, J. G., & Bloom, G. A. (2020). The experiences of high-performance coaches in the management of difficult athletes. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 51, 101751. PDF icon Preview

Dohme, L-C., Bloom, G. A., Piggott, D., & Backhouse, S. (2020). Development, implementation, and evaluation of an athlete-informed mental skills training program for elite youth tennis players. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 32(5), 429-449. PDF icon Preview

Urquhart, D., Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2020). The development, articulation, and implementation of a coaching vision of multiple championship-winning University ice hockey coaches.International Sport Coaching Journal, 7(3), 335-346. PDF icon Preview

Lefebvre, J. S., Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2020). A citation network analysis of career mentoring across disciplines: A roadmap for mentoring research in sport. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 49, 101676 PDF icon Preview

Lepage, P., Bloom, G. A., & Falcão W. R. (2020). Development and acquisition of knowledge of youth parasport coaches. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 37(1), 72-89. PDF icon Preview

Grant, M. A., Bloom, G. A., & Lefebvre, J. S. (2020). Lessons learned: Coaches’ perceptions of a pilot e-mentoring programme. International Sport Coaching Journal, 7(1), 22-30. PDF icon Preview

Falcão, W. R., Bloom, G .A., & Sabiston, C. M. (2020). The impact of humanistic coach training on youth athletes’ development through sport. International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching, 15(5-6), 610-620. PDF icon Preview

Alexander, D., Bloom, G. A., & Taylor, S. L. (2020). Female Paralympic athlete views on effective and ineffective coaching practices. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 32(1), 48-63. PDF icon Preview

Koh, K. T., Koh, L. S. M., Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2020). Stakeholders’ perceptions and recommendations of a high school leadership development programme for athletes in SingaporeAsia Pacific Journal of Education, 40(2), 197-211. PDF icon Preview

Falcão, W. R., Bloom, G. A., Caron, J. G., & Gilbert, W. D. (2019). Youth athletes’ perceptions of humanistic coaching. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 50(6), 523-547. PDF icon Preview

Alexander, D. M., Hutt, E. A., Lefebvre, J. S., & Bloom, G. A. (2019). Using imagery to enhance performance in powerlifting: A review of theory, research, and practice. Strength and Conditioning Journal, 41(6), 102-109. PDF icon Preview

Allain, J., Bloom, G. A., & Gilbert, W. D. (2018). Successful high-performance ice hockey coaches' intermission routines and situational facors that guide implementation. The Sport Psychologist, 32(3), 210-219. PDF icon Preview

Caron, J. G., Bloom, G. A., & Podlog, L. (2018). Are athletes psychologically ready for a return to sport following a concussion? British Journal of Sports Medicine, 52(1), 1-2. PDF icon Preview 

Caron, J. G., Rathwell, S., Delaney, J. S., Johnston, K. M., Ptito, A., & Bloom, G. A. (2018). Development, implementation and assessment of a concussion education program for high school student-athletes. Journal of Sports Sciences, 36(1), 48-55. PDF icon Preview

Delaney, J. S., Caron, J. G., Correa, J. A., & Bloom, G. A. (2018). Why Professional football players chose not to reveal their concussion symptoms during a practice or game. Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, 28(1), 1–12. PDF icon Preview

Douglas, S., Falcão, W. R., & Bloom, G. A. (2018). Career development and learning pathways of Paralympic coaches with a disability. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 35(1), 93-110. PDF icon Preview

André-Morin, D., Caron, J. G., & Bloom, G. A. (2017). Exploring the unique challenges faced by female university athletes experiencing prolonged concussion symptoms. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 6(3), 289-303. PDF icon Preview

Donoso-Morales, D., Bloom, G. A., & Caron, J. G. (2017). Creating and sustaining a culture of excellence: Insights from accomplished university team-sport coaches. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 88(4), 503-512. PDF icon Preview

Fairhurst, K. E., Bloom, G. A., & Harvey, W. J. (2017). The learning and mentoring experiences of Paralympic coaches. Disability and Health Journal, 10(2), 240-246. PDF icon Preview

Falcão, W. R., Bloom, G. A., & Bennie, A. (2017). Coaches’ experiences learning and applying the content of a humanistic coaching workshop in youth sport settings. International Sport Coaching Journal, 4(3), 279-290. PDF icon Preview

Ferrari, G., Bloom, G. A., Gilbert, W. D., & Caron, J. G. (2017). Experiences of competitive masters swimmers: Desired coaching characteristics and perceived benefits. International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 15(4), 409-422. PDF icon Preview

Hoffmann, M. D., Loughead, T. M., & Bloom, G. A. (2017). Examining the experiences of peer mentored athletes competing in elite sport. The Sport Psychologist, 31(2), 134-146. PDF icon Preview

Koh, K. T., Camiré, M., Bloom, G. A., & Wang, J. (2017). Creation, implementation, and evaluation of a values-based intervention program for sport coaches and physical education teachers in Singapore. International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching, 12(6), 795-806. PDF icon Preview

Caron, J. G., Bloom, G. A., Balish, S. M., & Harvey, W. J. (2016). Insights from adolescent athletes concerning the acquisition and dissemination of concussion information. Journal of Sport Pedagogy and Research, 2(3), 4-13. PDF icon Preview

Caron, J. G., Bloom, G. A., Loughead, T. M., & Hoffmann, M. D. (2016). Paralympic athlete leaders’ perceptions of leadership and cohesion. Journal of Sport Behavior, 39(3), 219-238. PDF icon Preview

Kim, J., Bloom, G. A., & Bennie, A. (2016). Intercollegiate coaches’ experiences and strategies for coaching first-year athletes. Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health, 8(4), 394-408. PDF icon Preview

Vallée, C. N., & Bloom, G. A. (2016). Four keys to building a championship culture. International Sport Coaching Journal, 3(2), 170-177. PDF icon Preview

Caron, J. G., & Bloom, G. A. (2015). Ethical issues surrounding concussions and player safety in professional ice hockey. Neuroethics, 8(1), 5-13. PDF icon Preview

Caron, J. G., Bloom, G. A., & Bennie, A. (2015). Canadian high school coaches’ experiences, insights, and perceived roles with sport-related concussion. International Sport Coaching Journal, 2(3), 285-297. PDF icon Preview

Caron, J. G., Bloom, G. A., Falcão W. R., & Sweet, S. N. (2015). An examination of concussion education programmes: A scoping review methodology. Injury Prevention, 21(5), 301–308. PDF icon Preview

Cormier, M. L., Bloom, G. A., & Harvey, W. J. (2015). Elite coach perceptions of cohesion on coacting teams. International Journal of Sport Science & Coaching, 10(6), 1039-1053. PDF icon Preview

Delaney, J. S., Lamfookon, C., Bloom, G. A., Al-kashimir, A., & Correa, J. A. (2015). Why University athletes choose not to reveal their concussion symptoms during a practice or game. Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, 25(2), 113-125. PDF icon Preview

Falcão W. R., Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2015). Coaches’ perceptions of team cohesion in Paralympic sports. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 32(3), 206-222. PDF icon Preview

Sinotte, C. A., Bloom, G. A., & Caron, J. G. (2015). Roles, responsibilities, and relationships of full-time university assistant coaches. Sports Coaching Review, 4(2), 99-114. PDF icon Preview

Koh, K. T., Bloom, G. A., Fairhurst, K. E., Paiement, D. M., & Kee, Y. H. (2014). An investigation of a formalized mentoring program for novice basketball coaches. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 45(1), 11-32. PDF icon Preview

Rathwell, S., Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2014). Head coaches’ perceptions on the roles, selection, and development of the assistant coach. International Sport Coaching Journal, 1, 5-16. PDF icon Preview

Sullivan, P., Whitaker-Campbell, T., Bloom, G. A., & Falcão, W. R. (2014). A confirmatory factor analysis of the Coach Behavior Scale for Sport. Journal of Sport Behavior, 37(2), 190-202. PDF icon Preview

Caron, J. G., Bloom, G. A., Johnston, K. M., & Sabiston, C. M. (2013). Effects of multiple concussions on retired National Hockey League players. Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology, 35(2), 168-179. PDF icon Preview

Wilkinson, S. Harvey, W. J., & Bloom, G. A., Joober, R., & Grizenko, N. (2013). Student teacher experiences in a service-learning project for children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, 18(5), 475-491. PDF icon Preview

Banack, H. R., Bloom, G. A., & Falcao, W. R. (2012). Promoting long term athlete development in Cross Country Skiing through competency-based coach education: A qualitative study. International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching, 7(2), 301-316. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2012). Current developments in North American sport and exercise psychology: Team building in sport [Special issue]. Revista de Iberoamericana de Psicologia del Ejercicio Y el Deporte, 6(2), 237-249. PDF icon Preview

Bucci, J., Bloom, G. A., Loughead, T. M., & Caron, J. G. (2012). Ice hockey coaches’ perceptions of athlete leadership. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 24(3), 243-259. PDF icon Preview

Falcao, W. R., Bloom, G. A., & Gilbert, W. D. (2012). Coaches’ perceptions of a coach training program designed to promote youth developmental outcomes. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 24(4), 429-444. PDF icon Preview

LaForge, K., Sullivan, P. J., & Bloom, G. A. (2012). Coaching behaviors in Canadian youth sport. Athletic Insight 4(3), 251-263. PDF icon Preview

Stein, J., Bloom, G. A., & Sabiston, C. M. (2012). Influence of perceived and preferred coach feedback on youth athletes’ perceptions of team motivational climate. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 13, 484-490. PDF icon Preview

Sullivan, P., Paquette, K. J., Holt, N. L., & Bloom, G. A. (2012). The relation of coaching context and coach education to coaching efficacy and perceived leadership behaviors in youth sport. The Sport Psychologist, 26, 122-134. PDF icon Preview

Tawse H., Bloom, G. A., Sabiston, C. M., & Reid, G. (2012). The role of coaches of wheelchair rugby in the development of athletes with a spinal cord injury. Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health, 4(2), 206-225. PDF icon Preview

Banack, H. R., Sabiston, C. M., & Bloom, G. A. (2011). Coach autonomy support, basic need satisfaction, and intrinsic motivation of Paralympic athletes. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 82(4), 722-730. PDF icon Preview

Duchesne, C., Bloom, G. A., & Sabiston, C. M. (2011). Intercollegiate coaches’ experiences with elite international athletes in an American sport context. International Journal of Coaching Science, 5(2), 49-68. PDF icon Preview

Jones, M. I., Dunn, J. G. H., Holt, N. L., Sullivan, P. J., & Bloom, G. A. (2011). Exploring the ‘5Cs’ of positive youth development in sport. Journal of Sport Behavior, 34(3), 250-267. PDF icon Preview

Hassell, K., Sabiston, C. M, & Bloom, G. A. (2010). Exploring the multiple dimensions of social support among elite female adolescent swimmers. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 41(4), 340-359. PDF icon Preview

Wilson, L. M, Bloom, G. A., & Harvey, W. J. (2010). Sources of knowledge acquisition: Perspectives of the high school teacher/coach. Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy,15 (4), 383-399. PDF icon Preview

Carter, A. D., & Bloom, G. A. (2009). Coaching knowledge and success: Going beyond athletic experiences. Journal of Sport Behavior, 32(4), 419-437. PDF icon Preview

Seymour, H., Reid, G., & Bloom, G. A. (2009). Friendship in inclusive physical education. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 26(3), 201-219. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., Loughead, T. M., & Newin, J. (2008). Team building for youth sport. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 79(9), 44-47. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., Loughead, T. M., Shapcott, E. J. B., Johnston, K. M., & Delaney, J. S. (2008). The prevalence and recovery of concussed male and female collegiate athletes. European Journal of Sport Science, 8(5), 295-303. PDF icon Preview

Newin, J., Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2008). Youth ice hockey coaches’ perceptions of a team-building intervention program. The Sport Psychologist, 22(1), 54-72.PDF icon Preview

Senécal, J., Loughead, T. M., & Bloom, G. A. (2008). A season-long team-building intervention program: Examining the effect of team goal setting on cohesion. Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology, 30(2), 186-199. PDF icon Preview

Cregan, K., Bloom, G. A., & Reid, G. (2007). Career evolution and knowledge of elite coaches of swimmers with a physical disability. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 78(4), 339-350. PDF icon Preview

Shapcott, K. M., Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2007). An initial exploration of the factors influencing aggressive and assertive intentions of women ice hockey players. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 38(2), 145-162. PDF icon Preview

Shapcott, E. J. B., Bloom, G. A., Johnston, K. M., Loughead, T. M., & Delaney, J. S. (2007). The effects of explanatory style on concussion outcomes in sport. NeuroRehabilitation, 22(3), 161-167. PDF icon Preview

Dupuis, M., Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2006). Team captains’ perceptions of athlete leadership. Journal of Sport Behavior, 29(1), 60-78. PDF icon Preview

Davies, M. J., Bloom, G. A., & Salmela, J. H. (2005). Job satisfaction of accomplished male university basketball coaches: The Canadian context. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 36(3), 173-192. PDF icon Preview

Heller, T. L., Bloom, G. A., Neil, G. I., & Salmela, J. H. (2005). Sources of stress in NCAA Division 1 women ice hockey players. Athletic Insight: The Online Journal of Sport Psychology, 7, http://www.athleticinsight.com/Vol7Iss4/SourcesofStress.htm PDF icon Preview

Vallée, C. N., & Bloom, G. A. (2005). Building a successful university sport program: Key and common elements of expert coaches. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 17(3), 179-196. PDF icon Preview

Vanier, J. L., Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2005). Personal experiences, rules, procedures, and aspects of aggression in competitive women’s ice hockey. Avante, 11(2), 66-82. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., Horton, A. S., McCrory, P., & Johnston, K. M. (2004). Sport psychology and concussion: New impacts to explore. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 38(5), 519-521. PDF icon Preview

Downey, P., & Bloom, G. A. (2004). Physical education teacher education in Canada. The Chronicle of Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education, 15(3), 4-5. PDF icon Preview

Johnston, K. M., Bloom, G. A., Ramsay, J., Kissick, J., Montgomery, D., Foley, D., Chen, J. K., & Ptito, A. (2004). Current concepts in concussion rehabilitation. Current Sports Medicine Reports, 3, 316-323. PDF icon Preview

Wickwire, T. L., Bloom, G. A., & Loughead, T. M. (2004). The environment, structure, and interaction process of elite same-sex dyadic sport teams. The Sport Psychologist, 18(4), 381-396. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., Stevens, D. E., & Wickwire, T. L. (2003). Expert coaches’ perceptions of team building. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 15(2), 129-143. PDF icon Preview

Stevens, D. E., & Bloom, G. A. (2003). The effect of team building on cohesion. Avante, 9(1), 43-54. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., & Stevens, D. E. (2002). A team-building mental skills training program with an intercollegiate equestrian team. Athletic Insight: The Online Journal of Sport Psychology, 4, http://www.athleticinsight.com/Vol4Iss1/Applied_Issue.htm PDF icon Preview

Malasarn, R., Bloom, G. A., & Crumpton, R. (2002). The development of expert male National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I certified athletic trainers. Journal of Athletic Training, 37(1), 55-62. PDF icon Preview

Durand-Bush, N., & Bloom, G. A. (2001). Acquiring valuable consulting experiences as graduate students: Insights of two young professionals. Journal of Excellence, 5, 89-99. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., & Salmela, J. H. (2000). Personal characteristics of expert team sport coaches. Journal of Sport Pedagogy, 6(2), 56-76. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., Crumpton, R., & Anderson, J. E. (1999). A systematic observation study of the teaching behaviors of an expert basketball coach. The Sport Psychologist, 13(2) 157-170. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., Durand-Bush, N., Schinke, R. J., & Salmela, J. H. (1998). The importance of mentoring in the development of coaches and athletes. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 29(3), 267-281. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A. (1997). The influence of the coaching environment in the cultivation of talent. Western College Physical Education Society Monograph Series, Volume 7. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., Durand-Bush, N., & Salmela, J. H. (1997). Pre- and postcompetition routines of expert coaches of team sports. The Sport Psychologist, 11(2), 127-141. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., Schinke, R. J., & Salmela, J. H. (1997). The development of communication skills by elite basketball coaches. Coaching & Sport Science Journal, 2(3), 3-10. PDF icon Preview

Bloom, G. A., & Smith, M. D. (1996). Hockey violence: A test of cultural spillover theory. Sociology of Sport Journal, 13(1), 65-77. PDF icon Preview

Miller, P. S., Bloom, G. A., & Salmela, J. H. (1996). The roots of success: From athletic leaders to expert coaches. Coaches Report, 2(4), 18-20. PDF icon Preview

Gilbert, W. D., Trudel, P., & Bloom, G. A. (1995). Intramural ice hockey officiating: A case study. Avante, 1, 63-76. PDF icon Preview

Schinke, R. J., Bloom, G. A., & Salmela, J. H. (1995). The career stages of elite Canadian basketball coaches. Avante, 1, 48-62. PDF icon Preview

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