Empowering Athletes
Sports Illustrated Just Scratches The Surface Of Female College Athlete Representation
By Alyssa Hodenfield|May 30, 2023
Louisiana State University's Angel Reese rose to fame during the 2023 NCAA women's basketball tournament after her team beat out Iowa for the championship. The game was viewed by 9.9...
Mental Health Matters
Two Phone Calls Saved a Life: Marcus Smith Mental Health Profile
By Nicholas Nathanson|May 29, 2023
CW: Suicidal ideation Imagine if this was your story: You were a first round draft pick in the NFL back in 2014. You had been working for it your whole...
Mental Health Matters
Forget the Wealth and Accolades: Simone Biles Mental Health Profile
By Nicholas Nathanson|May 23, 2023
Simone Biles is not just the best female gymnast in the world, but also the best female athlete in Olympics history. Her records are remarkable, including 25 medals and 7...
Mental Health Matters
Coping With the Pressure of College Sports: 7 Tips for Managing Anxiety and Stress
By Kelly Wick|May 17, 2023
Playing college sports can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be incredibly stressful. College athletes are under constant pressure to perform at a high level, both...
Mental Health Matters
A Star Was Born, But Not All Was Well: Naomi Osaka Mental Health Profile
By Nicholas Nathanson|May 16, 2023
Naomi Osaka first burst onto the scene in 2016 becoming a top 50 WTA women's tennis player and her career took off from there. In 2017, she scored her first...
A for Effort!
Monday Motivation: Attitude and Effort
By Owen Roche|May 15, 2023
“Always make a total effort, even when the odds are against you.” – Arnold Palmer In every situation, there will be multiple factors that are out of our control. The...
Take Care of Your Mind
Mental Health Awareness Month: 3 Reasons Why College Athletes are a High Risk Group For Mental Health Problems
By Kelly Wick|May 11, 2023
Every year, the month of May is designated as Mental Health Month, and it presents an opportunity for individuals and organizations to raise awareness and promote understanding of the importance...
OUCH!
Too Hurt to Play? 3 Ways Athletes Can Cope With Injuries When They Feel Like the End of the World
By Bella Nevin|May 10, 2023
When you're injured on the sidelines watching your team in games, practices, and team workouts, it's easy to feel like you don't have much worth. Eventually, your injuries will heal...
Mental Health Matters
“Therapy Has Saved Me”: Michael Phelps Mental Health Profile
By Nicholas Nathanson|May 9, 2023
Everybody knows who Michael Phelps is: he's the most decorated Olympian of all time, a 23-time Olympic gold medal winner, arguably the best swimmer ever, and even further perhaps, one...
Are You Giving it Your All?
Monday Motivation: How Much Are You Willing to Sacrifice?
By Bella Nevin|May 8, 2023
“Everything comes at a cost. Just what are you willing to pay for it?” -Serena Williams As an athlete, you know what it means to sacrifice things for practice, games...
Rest and Recovery Tips
Get Your Zzzzzs! Why is Sleep Important for College Athletes
By Rhys Davies|May 3, 2023
“Practice does not make perfect. It is practice, followed by a night of sleep, that leads to perfection.” – Matthew Walker (neuroscientist and sleep expert) College athletes are often trying...
Be Kind to Your Mind
Mental Health Matters: NBA Star Demar DeRozan’s Mental Health Journey
By Nicholas Nathanson|May 2, 2023
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Throughout the Month, you will be hearing stories each Tuesday from professional athletes who have struggled with mental health and overcome their challenges.. NBA...
Mental Health Matters
Stressed Out? How to Talk to Your Coach About Mental Health
By Owen Roche|April 19, 2023
Despite what some people may think, athletes aren't invincible–especially college athletes, who are young and still developing as human beings. When it comes to being impacted by mental health, these...
Gamer Gains!
Looking to Level Up Your Plate? 5 Nutrition Tips for College Esports Athletes
By Owen Roche|April 13, 2023
No matter what sport an athlete plays, the food they put into their body has an immense impact on their health and performance during competition. The same can be said...
Ouch!
Injuries Happen: 3 Ways to Stay Motivated When You’re Hurt
By Rhys Davies|April 7, 2023
Injuries are common in sport, some being worse than others, but being told you can't participate in the sport you love is always disheartening. Sitting on the sidelines with a...
Mental Health Matters
Reimagining Mental Health and Wellness in College Athletics: Experts and Athletes Weigh in
By Jesse Marsh|March 23, 2023
When Lauren Hew was a collegiate swimmer at Florida State University, she would start her day at 5:30 a.m. with a two-hour swim practice. Following her time in the pool,...