As the excitement and adrenaline fade away after a big game, many athletes find themselves dealing with an unexpected opponent: post-competition blues, or “post-competition depression.” In fact, it’s common for athletes to feel some emptiness or letdown after reaching the peak of intense training and competition (Hammond et al. 2013). If any of those symptoms...Read More

In the world of sports, there are certain values that are universal. Physical strength, resilience, and determination are just a few celebrated and emphasized athletic characteristics. While these qualities are undoubtedly essential for student athletic success, there are other aspects of strength that we often fail to discuss: the strength it takes to seek professional...Read More