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Self-Confidence
A teen's guided journey from self-consciousness and low self-esteem to self-confidence
Common signs of danger and how to communicate immediately for support and safety
NCAA student-athlete mental health studies spanning three divisions, all conferences, and all sports
Understanding perfectionism and some practical advice for high achieving juniors and parents
College athletes' stresses and stigma that may go neglected and the need to have the confidence to seek help
What being an elite athlete or individual performer can teach about the lessons of life
The importance of mental health for student-athletes and the need to communicate with a support system
A teen's thoughtful pathway to conquering depression and becoming your own hero
Understanding anger and implementing coping skills to retain mental and emotional control
Mental Health
An approach to actively manage and schedule time dedicated to academic and other activities
10 lessons of life that build a foundation for understanding, individual strength and perseverance
A young person's guide to balancing athletics, academics, social life, employment, and sleep
A scientific definition of happiness and the difficulty of finding enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning
A look inside the Stanford women's golf team a how they balance school, golf, and life
High school athletes and individual performers simply do not have enough time to do what is needed
A cheat code for "doing it all" by adding efficiency techniques in your daily routine
A Division I snapshot and approach to high-intensity academics, sports, and social media
The short-term and lifelong pros and cons of choosing to add elite athletics to your life
Life Balance
Sometimes the biggest obstacle is not the competition; it is the family focusing on the results
How parents and coaches can teach life skills that support emotional hygiene and high performance
A parent's journey as mentor, planner, psychologist, and protector to pave the way for success
Overbearing parents creating pressure and how supportive coaching can help
How coaches need to create an environment of respect and not a requirement for perfection
Parents often fuel a toxic youth sports culture causing anxiety and fear of failure among juniors
A how-to guide for parents to communicate, reducing pressure, and prioritizing character development
How adults parents, coaches, and administrators can contribute to stress and attrition
Commodification of children and parental expectations of getting a return on their significant investment
Adults
The relationship between physical characteristics and club head speed in elite male and female junior golfers
How specialists and generalists compare in skill development and ultimate performance
How perceptions of others and environment influence an athlete's self-perception and performance
Neuropsychology
An explanation of neuropsychology and performance anxiety in the individual performer
Understanding the elements of athlete burnout and how to successfully manage its effects
How athletes, coaches, and parents can boost mental toughness by managing structure
Assessing the physical capabilities and opportunities for further development for an elite golfer
A scientific overview of all aspects of nutrition as it relates to performance and general health
Performance Management
Discussion of swing speed, its importance, and how to get it with little risk of injury
Eight USC female athletes discuss societal expectations, body image and complex relationships with food
A holistic review of the positive and negative impact of sport participation of young people
Defining acceptable and unacceptable adult behavior and protecting young athletes
A Division I strength coach goes through a full body strength workout specific to golf
A guide for elite amateur golfers to build strength with strength and conditioning workouts
Determining when an elite golfer should train for speed and when to train for strength
The male body image, muscle dysphoria, and how young males perceive themselves
Golf Body Assessment
A set of evaluative tests that assess the body's readiness to play golf at a high level
Physical Health
Sleep as a fundamental pillar of health and understanding its role in academic and athletic performance
The initial academic eligibility standards for Division I student-athletes (courses, GPA & tests)
The initial academic eligibility standards for Division III student-athletes (courses, GPA & tests)
A look at an online high school as an alternative to brick and mortar school in the modern age
Ranking extracurricular activities to complement your academic and athletic profile
A high-level look at the benefits and downsides of staying back an academic year in high school
Identifying the drivers of excellent academic performance by benchmarking the best students
The strong positive relationship between cognitive performance and young elite athletes
A quick how-to guide on reclassing within the NCAA rules so that eligibility is not lost
Studying vs. learning and the improvement of higher order thinking and academic performance
Academics
The rules for Division I recruiting to create an equitable environment that promotes the well-being of athletes
D III Recruiting Rules
The rules for Division III recruiting to create an equitable environment that promote the well-being of athletes
What is an official and unofficial recruiting visit and how to prepare for it best
A college coach's view of what is important in a recruit and how to get noticed for the right things
Student athletes have the opportunity to receive compensation from third parties (NIL)
College-Bound Athletes
A comprehensive guide for those pursuing an education and athletics at an NCAA member school
How to engage coaches with email to successfully communicate your value proposition and program fit
The resources of the American Junior Golf Association to support the recruiting process
An in-depth guide to all the activities to support preparation and recruiting for DI and DII
Wellness & Social Media
The relationship between social media and mood, stress, recovery, and sleep for elite athletes
Complexity of Social Media
An exploration of the complexity between adolescents, mental health, and social media
NCAA Social Media
A list of the official NCAA digital and social media accounts, hashtags and public service announcements
Good and Bad Uses
Perspectives from multiple stakeholders on when social media is useful and when it is toxic
Leveraging Social Media
A guide to using social media as a positive platform to achieve the goals of a junior golfer
Screen Time Battle
Explaining that the user is the social media product and how to have a healthy relationship with technology
Brand Building
How to use social media to define your personal brand, build awareness, and communicate
Scrolling
Why social media scrolling can be addicting in the same way alcohol is habit forming
Social Media & Brains
How social media changes identity, personality, and memory for its frequent users
Social Media