Erik Hummer
ehummer@vols.utk.edu
HPER 136
Research Interests
Cycling Biomechanics, Lower Extremity Biomechanics, Total Knee Replacement, Knee OA
Faculty Advisor
Songning Zhang, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 332L | Applied Anatomy Laboratory |
Education
| MS | Western Washington University | Kinesiology (Exercise Science concentration) |
| BS | Pacific Lutheran University | Kinesiology (Exercise Science concentration) |
Jake Melaro
jmelaro@vols.utk.edu
HPER 136
Research Interests
Lower Extremity Biomechanics, Biomechanical factors influencing Sport Performance, Biomechanics of Gait, Baseball Hitting & Pitching Biomechanics
Faculty Advisor
Joshua T. Weinhandl, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 332L | Applied Anatomy Laboratory |
Education
| MS | University of Memphis | Biomechanics |
| BS | University of Tennessee, Martin | Exercise Science |
Shelby Peel
speel@vols.utk.edu
HPER 136
Research Interests
Lower extremity biomechanics, sports injury prevention and performance biomechanics, ACL injury biomechanics, baseball pitching biomechanics
Faculty Advisor
Joshua T. Weinhandl, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 332 | Applied Anatomy Lecture |
| KNS 332L | Applied Anatomy Laboratory |
| KNS 422L | Biomechanics of Human Movement Laboratory |
| PYED 203 | Basic Activity & Wellness |
| PYED 232 | Racquetball I |
| PYED 254 | Yoga & Relaxation |
Education
| MS | University of Memphis | Health and Sports Science (Exercise and Sports Science concentration) |
| BS | University of Memphis | Health and Human Performance (Exercise and Sports Science concentration) |
Recognition
2019 Yates Dissertation Fellowship recipient
2018 Oscar Roy Ashley Graduate Fellowship recipient
2016 J. Wallace & Katie Dean Graduate Research Fellowship recipient
2016 Chancellor’s Fellowship recipient
Recent Publications
Peel SA., Weinhandl JT. (2019) “Task but not arm restriction influences lower extremity joint mechanics during bilateral landing.” Sport Biomechanics. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2019.1659394
Peel SA., Schroeder LE., Weinhandl JT. (2019) “Comparing Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Risk Variables Between Unanticipated Cutting and Decelerating Tasks.” Journal of Applied Biomechanics. 35:101-106. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1123/jab.2017-0343
Paquette MR., Peel SA., Smith RE., Temme M., Dwyer JN. (2017) “Impact of different cross-training modalities performance and injury-related variables in high school cross country runners.” Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. Epub Ahead of Print. DOI: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000002042
Paquette MR., Peel SA., Schilling BK., Melcher DA., Bloomer RJ. (2017) “Soreness-related changes in three-dimensional running biomechanics following eccentric knee extensor exercise.” European Journal of Sport Science. 17:546-554. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/17461391.2017.1290140
Sean Quisenberry
squisenb@vols.utk.edu
HPER 135
Research Interests
Lower extremity Biomechanics, Sports turf-cleat interaction, sports surface interactions, skeletal muscle modeling, and sports equipment interaction.
Faculty Advisor
Songning Zhang, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 332L | Applied Anatomy Laboratory |
Education
| MS | Texas State University | Exercise Science (Biomechanics concentration) |
| BS | Texas Tech University | Exercise Science |
Recognition
2017 – ACSM Biomechanics Interest Group, Student Research Award
Lauren Schroeder
lschroe1@vols.utk.edu
HPER 136
Research Interests
Lower extremity injury prevention, ACL injury biomechanics, sports performance biomechanics, softball ACL injury biomechanics
Faculty Advisor
Joshua T. Weinhandl, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 422L | Biomechanics of Human Movement Laboratory |
| PYED 254 | Yoga and Relaxation |
| PYED 237 | Stress Management |
| PYED 252 | Weight Training |
Education
| MS | University of Tennessee, Knoxville | Kinesiology (Biomechanics concentration) |
| BS | Ball State University | Exercise Science (Basic and Applied Track) |
Recognition
2017 J. Wallace & Katie Dean Graduate Research Fellowship recipient
2017 Tennessee Fellowship for Graduate Excellence recipient
Abstracts
Schroeder LE, Valenzuela KA, Zhang S, Orme JG, Weinhandl JT. Knee Adduction Moment and Muscle Activation During a Sidecut on a Raised Surface. Submitted to the American Society of Biomechanics. August 2017; Boulder, CO.
Peel SA, Schroeder LE, Weinhandl JT. Unanticipated Cutting and Stopping Tasks Do Not Predict the Same ACL Injury Risk. Submitted to the XXVI Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics. July 2017; Brisbane, QLD, AU.
Articles in Review
Peel SA, Schroeder LE, Weinhandl JT. The Effects of a Run-Stop and Cutting Task on ACL-injury Risk Mechanisms. In review for Physical Therapy in Sport.
Valenzuela KA, Schroeder LE, Weinhandl JT, Cates HE, Zhang S. Strength and Balance Deficits Affecting Patient Satisfaction for Total Knee Replacements. In review for Journal of Orthopaedic Research.
Valenzuela KA, Schroeder LE, Weinhandl JT, Reinbolt J, Zakrajsek R, Cates HE, Zhang S. Overground Walking Biomechanics of Dissatisfied Total Knee Replacement Patients. In review for Journal of Biomechanics.
Tanner Thorsen
tthorsen@vols.utk.edu
HPER 136
Research Interests
Cycling biomechanics, Lower extremity biomechanics, Total Knee Replacement, Knee Osteoarthritis, sports injury prevention and performance biomechanics
Faculty Advisor
Songning Zhang, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 332L | Applied Anatomy Laboratory |
| KNS 422L | Biomechanics of Human Movement Laboratory |
Education
| MS | University of Tennessee, Knoxville | Kinesiology (Biomechanics concentration) |
| BS | Brigham Young University | Exercise Science |
Recognition
2018 Tennessee Fellowship for Graduate Excellence
Recent Publications
Thorsen T, K Strohacker, JT Weinhandl, S Zhang. Increased Q-Factor increases frontal-plane knee joint loading in stationary cycling. Journal of Sport and Health Science 2019. DOI: 10.1016/j.jshs.2019.07.011
Cory Beaumont
cbeaumo1@vols.utk.edu
HPER 303
Research Interests
Affective responses and perceptual experiences to physical activity and resistance exercise; improving exercise adherence
Faculty Advisor
Kelley Strohacker, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 480 | Physiology of Exercise |
Education
| MS | University of Pittsburgh | Health, Physical Activity, and Chronic Disease |
| BS | Edinboro University | Human Performance |
Paula-Marie M. Ferrara
pferrar1@vols.utk.edu
HPER 314
Research Interests
Exercise promotion and adherence in sedentary adults; exercise behavior in transitional athletes
Faculty Advisor
Kelley Strohacker, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 414 | Exercise Prescription and Testing |
Education
| MS | University of Delaware | Clinical Exercise Physiology |
| BS | University of Delaware | Exercise Science (Physiology concentration) |
Paul Hibbing
phibbing@vols.utk.edu
HPER 307
Research Interests
Objective physical activity measurement; signal processing techniques for accelerometer data; demographic dimorphism in physical activity behavior and measurement
Faculty Advisor
Scott E. Crouter, PhD
Education
| MS | Iowa State University | Kinesiology |
| BS | Iowa State University | Kinesiology and Health |
Samuel LaMunion
slamunio@vols.utk.edu
HPER 307
Research Interests
Physical activity and energy expenditure measurement through objective monitoring; consumer-accelerometer validaton
Faculty Advisor
Scott E. Crouter, PhD
Education
| MS | University of Tennessee, Knoxville | Kinesiology (Exercise Physiology concentration) |
| BS | University of South Carolina, Aiken | Exercise and Sports Science – Basic Sciences |
Alvin L. Morton III
amorton16@vols.utk.edu
HPER 314
Research Interests
The effects of physical activity interventions to reduce chronic disease.
Faculty Advisors
David R. Bassett, Jr., PhD
Lyndsey Hornbuckle, PhD, RD
Courses Taught
| KNS 480 | Exercise Physiology Laboratory Methods |
Education
| MS | Northeastern University | Exercise Science (Physical Activity and Public Health concentration) |
| BS | Northeastern University | Cardiopulmonary Sciences |
Vincenzo Nocera
vnocera@vols.utk.edu
HPER 309
Research Interests
Promotion of physical activity in children with and without intellectual disability, physical activity assessment in children with and without intellectual disability, and the impact of physical activity on academic success in children.
Faculty Advisors
Dawn P. Coe, PhD and Angela Wozencroft, PhD
Courses Taught
| RSM 320 | Therapeutic Recreation and Special Populations |
| PYED 236 | Softball |
| PYED 234 | Soccer |
| PYED 249 | Basketball |
Education
| MS | Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania | Exercise Science |
| BS | The College of New Jersey | Health & Exercise Science |
Aaron Wood
awood46@vols.utk.edu
HPER 305
Research Interests
The relationships among physical activity, motor skill development, and self-regulation in preschool children
Faculty Advisor
Dawn P. Coe, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 350 GTA | Physical Activity Epidemiology |
Education
| MS | East Carolina University | Physical Activity Promotion |
| BS | East Carolina University | Health & Fitness Specialist |
Ashley Cae Gardner
agardn25@vols.utk.edu
HPER 233
Research Interests
Human resource management in sport; racial diversity in sport organizations; constraints to career mobility for people of color in sport organizations; corporate cultures of sport organizations
Faculty Advisors
Steven Waller, PhD and Adam Love, PhD
Education
| MA | University of Michigan | Sport Management |
| BS | Hampton University | Sport Management |
Samuel Winemiller
samwinemiller@utk.edu
HPER 233
Research Interests
Issues of identity in sport: representations of identity in sport media; talent identification & recruiting media; personal identity negotiation in fans and athletes
Faculty Advisors
Adam Love, PhD and Lars Dzikus, PhD
Courses Taught
| RSM 330 | Sport Communication |
| RSM 335 | Socio-Cultural Foundations of Sport and Recreation |
| RSM 430 | Organization and Administration of Recreation Services |
Education
| MS | University of Florida | Sport Management |
| BA | University of Central Florida | History |
Publications
Winemiller, S. (2019). “I don’t know if America would have picked me:” athletic, national, and racial identities of the U.S. Men’s Kabaddi Team. Sport in Society. doi:10.1080/17430437.2019.1703682
Lauren Beasley, MSW
lauren.beasley@utk.edu
HPER 22
Research Interets
Mental health of collegiate athletes, mental health programming in athletic departments, and social work in sport
Faculty Advisor
Robin Hardin, PhD
Courses Taught
| RSM 410 | Intercollegiate Athletics |
Education
| MSW | The University of Texas at San Antonio | Social Work |
| BA | The University of Texas at Austin | American Studies, Latin |
Samuel B. Bernstein
sbernst4@vols.utk.edu
HPER 233
Research Interests
Sporting identities; emerging intercollegiate athletics;sport for social change; sport and politics
Faculty Advisor
Robin Hardin, PhD
Courses Taught
| RSM 335 | Socio-Cultural Foundations of Sport and Recreation |
| RSM 410 | Intercollegiate Athletics |
Education
| MS | Miami University | Sport Studies |
| BS | Ithaca College | Sport Management |
Publications
Bernstein, S. B., & Friedman, M. T. (2013). Sticking out in the field: No, Ma’am, I do not work for the governor. Sociology of Sport Journal, 30(3), 274-295.
Emily Johnson
ejohn112@vols.utk.edu
HPER 22
Research Interests
Employee rights in sport workplaces; psychology of employee performance; religion and sport
Faculty Advisor
Steven Waller, PhD
Courses Taught
| PYED 202 | Badminton |
| PYED 230 | Fitness Swimming |
| PYED 239 | Beginner Swimming |
| PYED 252 | Weight Training |
| PYED 254 | Yoga and Relaxation |
Education
| MS | University of Tennessee | Sport Psychology and Motor Behavior |
| BS | Baylor University | Health Science Studies |
John Magliocca, MS
jmaglioc@vols.utk.edu
HPER B022
Research Interests
NCAA athletics, barriers to attendance, and the holistic care of student-athletes.
Faculty Advisor
Robin Hardin, PhD
Courses Taught
| RSM 250 | Foundations of Sport Management |
| RSM 415 | Facility Planning and Development |
Education
| MS | Niagara University | Sport Management |
| BMDS | West Virginia University | Multidisciplinary Studies |
Jamee Ann Pelcher, MBA
jpelche1@vols.utk.edu
HPER 233
Research Interests
Sport Sustainability
Faculty Advisor
Sylvia Trendafilova, PhD
Education
| MBA | Western Carolina University | Sport Management Concentration |
| Certificate | Seattle University | Sport Sustainability Leadership Graduate Certificate |
| BS, BA | Western Carolina University | Finance and Sport Management |
Publications
Pelcher, J. A., & McCullough, B. P. (2019). Greening the university’s front porch: Environmental sustainability in collegiate athletics. Case Studies in Sport Management, 8(1),13-17. https://doi.org/10.1123/cssm.2019-0005
Parrish, C., & Pelcher, J. (2018). United States. In J.-M. De Waele, S. Gibril, E. Gloriozova, R. Spaaij (Eds.), The Palgrave International Handbook of Football and Politics (pp. 531-555). London: Palgrave Macmillan. ISBN: 978-3-319-78776-3
Scott Smith
scottsmith@utk.edu
HPER 351
865-974-8171
Courses Taught
| RSM 100 | Orientation to Recreation & Sport Management |
| KNS 260 | Practicum in Kinesiology |
Education
| MS | University of Florida | Sport Management |
| BS | University of Florida | Business Administration |
Zachary Smith
zsmith23@vols.utk.edu
HPER 22
Research Interests
Religion and Physical Sport Cultures; Sport and Religion in the United States; Sport and Evangelicalism; Sport, Religion, and Masculinities; Theory and Method.
Faculty Advisor
Steven Waller, PhD
Courses Taught
| RSM 338 | Applied Ethics in Recreation and Sport |
Education
| MA | Western Michigan University | Comparative Religion |
| BA | Moody Bible Institute | Historical Theology and Sports Ministry |
Recent Publications
Smith, Z. (2017). Can sport be regarded as ‘cultural liturgy’? Recognizing the significance of the liturgical frame for the social scientific study of sport. Sport in Society: Cultures, Commerce, Media, Politics. Advance online publication. doi:10.1080/17430437.2017.1360568
Alexander Bianco
abianco@vols.utk.edu
HPER 144
Research Interests
Psychological aspects of sport injury
Faculty Advisor
Rebecca A. Zakrajsek, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 290 | Principles of Movement Control & Skill Learning |
| PYED 252 | Weight Training |
| PYED 254 | Yoga & Relaxation |
Education
| MS | Miami University | Kinesiology & Health |
| BA | Miami University | Psychology |
Kaylee Couvillion
kcouvill@vols.utk.edu
HPER 144
Research Interests
Attentional focus, feedback, and coaching strategies to enhance skill acquisition and performance
Faculty Advisor
Jeffrey T. Fairbrother, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 332L | Applied Anatomy Laboratory |
| PYED 213 | Ice Skating |
| PYED 224 | Conditioning |
| PYED 225 | Exercise to Music |
Education
| MS | University of South Florida | Exercise Science |
| BS | Louisiana State University | Kinesiology (Fitness Studies concentration) |
Matthew Jones
mjone213@vols.utk.edu
HPER 144
Research Interests
Client perceptions of sport psychology
Faculty Advisor
Rebecca A. Zakrajsek, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 231 | Introduction to Sport Psychology |
| KNS 290 | Principles of Movement Control and Skill Learning |
| PYED 237 | Stress Management |
| PYED 249 | Basketball |
| PYED 232 | Racquetball |
Education
| MEd | Bowling Green State University | Kinesiology |
| BA | Indiana University of Pennsylvania | Psychology |
Logan Markwell
lmarkwel@vols.utk.edu
HPER 144
Research Interests
Focus of attention, instruction, feedback, and virtual reality to improve skill acquisition and optimize the performance of motor skills
Faculty Advisor
Jared M. Porter, PhD
Courses Taught
| PYED 229 | Jogging |
| PYED 236 | Softball |
| PYED 252 | Weight Training |
Education
| MS | Southern Illinois University | Kinesiology (Exercise Science concentration) |
| BA | Southern Illinois University | Criminal Justice |
Lauren McHenry
lmchenr1@vols.utk.edu
HPER 144
Research Interests
Application of person-centered theory to coach-athlete relationships; impact of unconditional positive regard, negative regard, or disregard from coaches on athletes’ performance and wellbeing; education in sport for coaches, athletes, parents, and officials
Faculty Advisor
Rebecca A. Zakrajsek, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 231 | Introduction to Sport Psychology |
| PYED 225 | Exercise to Music |
| PYED 226 | Exercise & Nutrition |
| PYED 231 | Walking & Flexibility |
| PYED 237 | Stress Management |
| PYED 252 | Weight Training |
| PYED 254 | Yoga & Relaxation |
Education
| MS | University of Tennessee | Clinical Mental Health Counseling |
| BS | Miami University | Psychology (Minor in Sport Coaching) |
Lindsey Miossi
lmiossi@vols.utk.edu
HPER 144
Research Interests
Coach bullying, athletes’ experiences of emotional abuse and bullying in sport, sport policy, and education in sport for athletes, parents, coaches and sport stakeholders
Faculty Advisor
Leslee A. Fisher, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 231 | Introduction to Sport Psychology |
| PYED 200 | Special Topics |
| PYED 229 | Jogging |
| PYED 230 | Fitness Swimming |
| PYED 237 | Stress Management |
| PYED 239 | Beginning Swimming |
Education
| MS | University of Illinois at Chicago | Kinesiology (Psychology and Promotion of Exercise, Health, and Sport Behavior concentration) |
| BS | University of Illinois at Chicago | Kinesiology (Exercise Science and Health Promotion concentration) |
Recent Publications
Prewitt-White, T., Miossi, L., & Spirov, L. (2019). Pregnancy and physical activity: Dispelling the myths that disempower women. Journal of Women’s Health & Safety Research, 3(3), 123-126.
Matthew J. Moore
mmoor133@vols.utk.edu
HPER 144
Research Interests
Whole person/athlete development, cultural influence in sport, and spirituality and religious observances in sport and sport psychology consulting
Faculty Advisor
Leslee A. Fisher, PhD
Courses Taught
| KNS 231 | Introduction to Sport Psychology |
| KNS 290 | Principles of Movement Control and Skill Learning |
| PYED 252 | Weight Training |
| PYED 230 | Fitness Swimming |
| PYED 232 | Racquetball |
Education
| MS | University of Utah | Sport and Exercise Psychology |
| BS | University of Utah | Exercise and Sport Science |