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You're already seeing it — the anxious player who can't get on the field, the disengaged athlete who used to love the game, the team conflict that has nothing to do with competition. Mental health challenges among teens are at unprecedented levels, and as a coach, you're expected to navigate these situations with little to no formal education.
This course changes that.
Designed specifically for coaches of teen and young adult athletes, this training gives you practical knowledge to recognize what's happening with your players, respond with confidence, and connect them to the right support — without having to figure it out alone.
You'll come away understanding the current state of teen mental health, how sports environments can either protect or contribute to these struggles, and what you can do to build a team culture that supports your athletes' wellbeing. You'll also learn how to spot warning signs, have honest conversations with players who are struggling, and identify resources that do the heavy lifting when professional support is needed.
You're already in a unique position to make a real difference. Coaches have something most adults don't — a genuine connection with teens built on a shared love of sport. This course helps you use that connection well.
What’s Included:
1 Hour video training with licensed mental health therapists and long time coach Doug Sweaney Herrick and Christy Sweaney Herrick
Downloadable PDF presentation slides
This training is also included in the WIAA’s Coaching School for high school coaches in Washington State. Although this training was originally created for high school coaches this material is applicable for any coach of teenage and young adult athletes in any context!
You're already seeing it — the anxious player who can't get on the field, the disengaged athlete who used to love the game, the team conflict that has nothing to do with competition. Mental health challenges among teens are at unprecedented levels, and as a coach, you're expected to navigate these situations with little to no formal education.
This course changes that.
Designed specifically for coaches of teen and young adult athletes, this training gives you practical knowledge to recognize what's happening with your players, respond with confidence, and connect them to the right support — without having to figure it out alone.
You'll come away understanding the current state of teen mental health, how sports environments can either protect or contribute to these struggles, and what you can do to build a team culture that supports your athletes' wellbeing. You'll also learn how to spot warning signs, have honest conversations with players who are struggling, and identify resources that do the heavy lifting when professional support is needed.
You're already in a unique position to make a real difference. Coaches have something most adults don't — a genuine connection with teens built on a shared love of sport. This course helps you use that connection well.
What’s Included:
1 Hour video training with licensed mental health therapists and long time coach Doug Sweaney Herrick and Christy Sweaney Herrick
Downloadable PDF presentation slides
This training is also included in the WIAA’s Coaching School for high school coaches in Washington State. Although this training was originally created for high school coaches this material is applicable for any coach of teenage and young adult athletes in any context!