Honors Theses
Date of Award
Spring 5-7-2026
Document Type
Undergraduate Thesis
Department
Computer and Information Science
First Advisor
Kristin Davidson
Second Advisor
Timothy Holston
Relational Format
Dissertation/Thesis
Abstract
Figure skating training relies on structured practice plans developed by coaches to guide athlete progression. However, many coaches and skaters continue to use paper-based or fragmented digital systems, limiting organization, accessibility, and visibility into athlete progress. This project introduces The Practice Book, a web-based application designed to digitize and centralize the creation, assignment, and tracking of figure skating practice plans.
The system is implemented using a three-tier architecture with a PHP-based application layer, a MySQL (MariaDB) relational database, and a user interface built with HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap. The database models standardized figure skating elements defined by the United States Figure Skating Association (USFSA), including jumps, spins, and skating skills, enabling the creation of structured and progression-based training plans. Role-based access control supports coaches, who create and assign practices, and skaters, who complete assigned items and track their progress.
Core functionality includes dynamic practice creation, assignment of practices to individual skaters, and item-level progress tracking. The system was evaluated through functional and workflow-based testing, demonstrating that it successfully supports all intended user interactions.
The Practice Book improves organization, enables remote monitoring, and enhances communication between coaches and skaters. This project demonstrates the effectiveness of a domain-specific digital solution for managing figure skating practices and supporting athlete development.
Recommended Citation
Popple, Lydia J., "The Practice Book: An Interactive Website for Figure Skating Training Plan Development" (2026). Honors Theses. 3463.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/hon_thesis/3463