Mental Health
Did You Get Better?
When you are pursuing your athletic goals/dreams, there are many questions you will ask yourself. "Why did I do that?" "Where should I go to school?" "Did coach see me [...]
Journaling for Mental Health
When you were a teenager, you might have kept a diary at your bedside to record your thoughts. Something personal that allowed you to delve deep into your emotions at [...]
What To Do When Your Athlete Needs A Break From Sports
The modern youth athlete is inundated with a busier lifestyle than ever before.
When and How to Take a Mental Health Day
Putting yourself first in situations like this are for the best regardless of whatever else is going on.
Coaches: How To Effectively Handle When Players Quit
A rule of thumb is simple: You should never be surprised when someone quits.
Youth Public Mental Health Crisis Emerging
Mental health has gotten worse for children and teens over and during the pandemic. Symptoms of depression and anxiety have doubled. According to the Surgeon General, 25% are experiencing depression [...]
What is ‘Mental Health’?
One definition of mental health is "our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices."
Simone Biles Reminded Us That a Black Woman Doesn’t Have to Always Be Strong
With mental health stigma a tough challenge for anyone to face, Biles's message was a powerful one.
Is There a Good Reason to Ever Quit Sports?
This is an important question for young athletes. Sports often have a positive influence that lasts a person’s lifetime. As a coach and a former athlete, you might think I [...]
Overcoming Adversity: The Story of Jim Thorpe
Many of the greatest athletes came before the modernization of sport from over 100 years ago. They produced similar results today's professionals do without using top-line equipment and running on [...]
