Part two of a three part series discussing the role of officiating in the 2026 World Cup, this blog outlines challenges coaches face when calls do…
Composure Starts at the Top
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Pro Athletes
The Ten Seconds After The Call
Part one of a three part series discussing the role of officiating in the 2026 World Cup, this blog outlines challenges athletes face when calls do…
Connection Over Convenience: Why Human Relationships Matter More Than AI for Athletes
As AI tools become increasingly common, athletes and parents should understand the importance of real-world relationships, communication, and human…
What Your Athlete Actually Needs to Hear After a Game
For many young athletes, the car ride home after a game or competition can be worse than any poor performance or moment of failure. Parents naturally…
When the Lights Are Brightest: Lessons from Ilia Malinin’s Olympic Free Skate
At the Olympics, the world’s best athletes either rise or fall to their level of preparation. The MIND controls whether that athlete rises or falls.
When the Dream Ends Differently: Lindsey Vonn, Risk, and the Psychology of Trying
The Olympic Games are often framed as stories with clean endings. Victory. Redemption. Closure. We are conditioned to expect a final chapter that…
What Professional Organizations Need to Know About Sport Psychology
Learn how integrating sport psychology strengthens athlete performance, mental health, and teamwork across medical and performance staff.
11 Powerful Ways to Expand Sport Psychology Services for Student-Athletes
Discover how athletic departments can expand sport psychology services to better support student-athletes with education, funding, team integration,…
The Power of Talking With Someone: 12 College and Pro Athletes Who Unpack Their Journey With Prioritizing Their Mental Health
Disclaimer: This blog discusses topics related to mental health, including references to suicide, which may be sensitive for some readers. Please read with care and prioritize your well-being.In the world of sports, athletes are often seen as invincible—physically strong, mentally tough, and always ready to push through any challenge. But what happens when the battle is internal, when the pressure of performance, expectations, and personal struggles take a toll on their mental health? For years, mental health issues in the sports world were often hidden or ignored. The culture of “toughness” left little room for vulnerability, and sharing struggles with anxiety, depression, or stress. Fortunately, that narrative is beginning to change. More and more athletes—both collegiate and professional—are stepping forward to share their mental health journeys, showing the world that it’s not only okay to talk about mental health, but it’s essential. By speaking up, these athletes are helping...