He completed his graduate schooling in the School of Kinesiology at The University of Western Ontario. Research interests include late nineteenth and early twentieth century Canadian sport, recreation and leisure history, with a focus on local and regional experiences and masculine identity. Current research projects involve historical investigations of sport and recreation practices in southern Albertan communities focusing on the early community-building role of sport. In addition to teaching and research activities, Robert is also a coach with the University of Lethbridge women’s rugby team.