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Next Level U Sports Teams Up with The Mental Game Academy: Elevating Athletes to Peak Performance

  • 28 May 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of sports, success isn’t solely determined by physical prowess. The Mental Game Academy recognizes this truth and stands as a beacon for athletes seeking to hone their mental skills and emotional intelligence. Now, with a groundbreaking partnership with Next Level U Sports, the journey towards peak performance reaches new heights.

Unveiling The Mental Game Academy

Led by Larissa Mills, The Mental Game Academy is pioneering a shift in athletic training. More than just a coaching platform, it’s a platform where athletes learn the intricacies of cognitive behavioral sports techniques. The academy delves deep into mental skills, self-talk, emotional intelligence, and resilience—essential facets often overlooked in traditional sports training. At its core, The Mental Game Academy understands the challenges modern athletes face. With staggering statistics showing youths spending an average of 18,000 hours on their phones by the age of 16, there’s a pressing need to bridge the gaps in emotional, psychological, academic, and physical development. Through comprehensive programs, athletes are equipped not just for the game but for life beyond the field or court.

The Mental Game has worked with athletes in Olympic, Professional, and Amateur Programs but they are also partnered with Sports apps, Foundations and Nonprofits for our youth. Some of these partnerships include Hivemind, Won For All, BigSkySports, 4D Athletes, Predicta, HeadsetSports, and BrandNew Athlete. They also have Brand Ambassadors like Jackie Stiles and Taylor Cook, Desiree Scott, Jesse Fleming, with more athletes to come.

A Game-Changing Partnership

The partnership between Next Level U Sports and The Mental Game Academy starts a new dimension in athletic development for NLU student athletes. By integrating mental skills training into Next Level U’s holistic approach to sports advancement, athletes gain a competitive edge that transcends mere physical ability. We here at Next Level U Sports are known for our commitment to nurturing athletes’ holistic growth, recognize the pivotal role of strong mental strength in achieving success. With this partnership, we continue to affirm our dedication to providing athletes with every tool necessary for realizing their full potential.

A Path to Excellence

In the dynamic world of sports, success isn’t just about scoring goals or winning matches. It’s about mastering the mental game—the art of resilience, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence. The partnership between Next Level U Sports and The Mental Game Academy epitomizes this ethos, offering athletes a pathway to excellence both on and off the field.