Submissions

The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) is excited to invite you to submit abstracts for the third Coaching and Officiating Conference (C&O2025).

We are looking for submissions from researchers, practitioners, role holders, officials and coaches who are exploring the themes listed below.

We are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion and we strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to submit their work and join us as facilitators of learning and delegates. We believe that a wide range of voices and perspectives will enrich the conference experience for everyone.

When preparing your submission, please keep in mind that we expect research to be presented in an engaging and accessible way. We want to emphasise the practical application of research findings, so think about how your work can be translated into real-world practice. To support the conference theme of connection facilitators will be required to attend the conference in person to share their insights and engage with other attendees.

Why should you submit an abstract?

Be part of the only national coaching and officiating conference

Join a unique event that brings together leaders and innovators from across the country.

Connect with experts and practitioners

Connect with other professionals in the field, share your insights and learn from their experiences.

Share your research and collaborate

Present your work to a diverse audience and gain valuable feedback from peers.

Learn from a wide range of lived experiences

Learn from the perspectives of others, enhancing your understanding and approach to coaching and officiating.

Hub for networking

Build connections with like-minded professionals and explore opportunities for collaboration and growth.

Application of research

Build connections with those within the sports industry who can assist in applying the findings of your research into real-world scenarios.

Guidelines

Key Dates

• 3 December – Abstract submissions open
• 16 December – Early bird registrations open
• 2 January – Abstract submissions close
• 10 January – Abstract submissions notified of outcome
• 9 February – Early bird registrations close
• 2 March - Registrations close
• 18 to 20 March – C&O2025

General Information

• Abstract submission is free of charge.
• Receipt of abstract submission will be sent to the Author via email.
• Only the Author will be informed about the outcome of the submission after the review process.
• All workshops must be in person at GMHBA Stadium in Geelong.
• Not all submissions will be successful, Authors are welcome and encouraged to attend regardless.

Authorship

• The content of the abstract is the responsibility of all Authors.
• The Author must obtain written consent from all co-authors before submission.
• The Author must be registered for the conference; otherwise, the abstract will be removed.
• If the Author cannot attend, an alternative Author may facilitate if they are registered and the conference organisers are notified.

Instructions

• Read the guidelines before starting.
• Ensure the abstract follows the rules and formatting guidelines. This includes using the template provided for abstract development.
• Align the abstract with one of the themes.
• Submissions should include a colour portrait photo of the Author.
• Submissions must be made by 2pm Canberra time on the closing date detailed.
• Submissions should be made via the submission portal. The submission portal is linked below.

Facilitation Types

• On acceptance of the submission, Authors will be required to collaborate with the organisers to ensure the delivery method is engaging. Delivery methods include active workshops, case study style problem-solving exercises and targeted Q&A. Examples of each delivery method is below.
  • Problem-solving style workshop: Collaboration between researchers and industry experts on a shared challenge or opportunity.
  • Case study style workshop: Collaboration between researchers and industry experts on a specific scenario.
  • Targeted Q&A: Research summary and interactive audience and facilitator questions.
• Delivery methods will be considered in consultation with the Author following assessment of submissions.
• All successful Authors will be required to facilitate in the allotted session. There will not be an academic poster option.

Abstract Formatting and Content

• Do not include titles, degrees, or qualifications.
• Include Authors’ affiliations.
• Title: Typed in UPPERCASE (15 words maximum).
• Submission must be made on the template provided.
• Main text (2000 characters max) must include: the question you wanted to answer with this research, the answers you discovered through research, the value this research can add to the coaching/ officiating environment and how can this information be using by those in the coaching and officiating environment.
• Ensure the abstract is grammatically correct and free of spelling errors.
• Provide a high-resolution colour portrait photo of the Presenting Author and bio.

Rules

• Must be written in English.
• No references, tables or figures are permitted.
• Use SI units of measurement.
• Ensure the content relates to the themes defined.
• Editing of an abstract is not permitted after submission.
• Presenting Authors can submit only one abstract but may co-author others.

Abstract Review

• Abstracts will be reviewed by the conference committee.
• Committee members will not review abstracts where there is a conflict of interest.

Research themes

Researchers, practitioners, role holders, officials and coaches are invited to submit abstracts to highlight how the following themes may influence the community coaching and officiating ecosystem:

• Capability
  • This theme explores building system and individual ability to remain responsive to the needs and requirements of coaches and officials for the benefit of modern sporting participants.
• Capacity
  • This theme explores creating system, organisational and individual scale in coaching and officiating to meet the needs of the modern sporting landscape.
• Accessibility
  • This theme explores how modern coaches and officials can access and use information, resources and learning opportunities to support their development.
• Connectivity
  • This theme explores developing a collaborative and aligned sporting system with clear roles and responsibilities to service the sporting landscape relative to the development of coaches and officials.

Make a submission

Submissions are now closed. We thank all authors and practitioners for sharing their work. All authors and practitioners will be notified of the outcome of their submission shortly via email.