
Andy van Neutegem, PhD
VP, Performance Sciences, Own the Podium PhD

Dr. Andy van Neutegem is the Vice President of Performance Sciences, Research & Innovation with Own the Podium, overseeing research and innovation for Canadian high performance sport. He has an academic background as a faculty member and Department Chair at Camosun College and is an Adjunct Professor at the University of British Columbia. He received his Doctorate (2007) from the University of Southampton. Andy served as the High Performance Director of the National Wheelchair Rugby Team and was the General Manager with Hockey Canada, responsible for the National Sledge Hockey Program.
What this project means and Why it matters
This projects provides an evidence-based approach to understanding what worked well, progress made, and future areas of focus and strategies to employ in support of the mental well-being of Canadian athletes, coaches and support staff.