Alia Mazhar, MSc

Research Area: Holistic athlete development with a focus on youth athletes

Favourite Hobbies: Hiking, trying new food spots in Toronto, and spending time with friends/family

Key Publications:

  1. Mazhar, A., Patelia, S. & Baker, J. (2024). Perceived Benefits of Curling in Older Canadian Women. Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences.

  2. Dehghansai, N., Mazhar, A., & Baker, J. (2023). Coach and athlete perspectives on Talent Transfer in Paralympic sport. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 40(2), 280–302. https://doi.org/10.1123/apaq.2022-0002.

  3. Cattle, N., Mosher, S., Mazhar, A., & Baker, J. (2023). Early Specialization and Talent Development in Figure Skating: Elite Coaches’ Perspectives. Current Issues in Sport Science (CISS), 8(1), 013. https://doi.org/10.36950/2023.1ciss013.