Performance Mental Health Athlete Experience Athlete Stories

From Red Deer to the NCAA, and all the way to professional ice in Sweden and Russia, Abby Thiessen’s hockey journey was nothing short of elite. But behind every crisp breakout pass and...

Performance Team Culture Mental Health Culture of Sport Athlete Stories

“If I Had HONE, I Would’ve Spoken Up Sooner”

Performance Mental Health Coaches Culture of Sport

At this point in the year, you can feel it.

The crowd rises. Bases loaded. Game on the line.

This week, every pitch is magnified. One swing can shift momentum, one lapse can end a season. But when you zoom in, the real difference between a hit and a strikeout isn’t just mechanics -...

Performance Team Culture Mental Health Coaches Culture of Sport

Why Mental Readiness Must Be a Core Coaching Pillar

In today’s high-octane sports environment, we equip athletes with cutting-edge gear, personalized nutrition plans, and rigorous physical training. Yet despite all this preparation, teams...

Coaches Culture of Sport Athlete Experience

Summer camps are more than just drills and reps - they’re a powerful opportunity to shape athlete identity and foster long-term resilience.

Team Culture Coaches Culture of Sport Emotional Intelligence

For student-athletes, June means exams, playoffs, and planning for the next step - all at once. The stress isn't just about managing time; it's about managing identity.

Team Culture Coaches Culture of Sport Emotional Intelligence

The end of the season isn’t just a goodbye - it’s a shift in identity, purpose, and connection. For many athletes, especially those aging out or changing levels, the season finale marks a...