Event Series:
2025 Student-Athlete Series: Parent Powwow
2025 Student-Athlete Series: Parent Powwow
March 22 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
We have partnered with Mental Health and Mental Performance Coach BJ Armstead of Apollo Sports Counseling for a series for parents of Student-Athletes. Join us on Saturday mornings every three weeks to discuss the unique challenges facing you and your student-athlete. Free event. Coffee & donuts provided. Space Limited, sign up below.
Topics covered:
1. Parent-Athlete Relationship & Communication
• How to foster open and supportive dialogue with your child about their sport.
• Strategies for balancing encouragement with pressure.
• The impact of parental expectations on an athlete’s mental health.
2. Managing Performance Anxiety & Stress
• Recognizing signs of anxiety in young athletes.
• Techniques to help your child manage pre-game nerves and performance pressure.
• The role of mindfulness, breathing exercises, and visualization.
3. Navigating Motivation: Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic
• Understanding what drives your child—passion vs. external rewards.
• Avoiding the ‘carrot and stick’ approach and fostering self-driven excellence.
• The long-term effects of different motivational strategies.
4. How to Talk to Your Child After Games & Practices
• Effective ways to offer feedback without harming confidence.
• The importance of listening and allowing space for emotional expression.
• Recognizing the difference between constructive conversations and criticism.
5. The Role of Mental Health in Athletic Success
• Identifying signs of burnout, depression, or emotional struggles.
• Encouraging a healthy balance between sports, school, and personal life.
• Destigmatizing therapy and mental performance coaching in sports.