Resources:

  • The Impact of Coaching Style on the Anxious States of Adolescent Female Athletes in the United States: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FU-GPt8KIuE7kET5UaoQG0zW9EgTCFw4bb20sMbXqFQ/edit?usp=sharing

    • Literature review exploring the effects of various coaching styles on female adolescent athletes’ anxiety levels, written by Molly Gordon (creator of thecoachapproach.org)

  • University of Florida The Science of Training Young Athletes: https://www.coursera.org/learn/youth-sports

    • Online course that offers evidence-based insight into pediatric sports science, covering how growth, strength, energy, and overtraining affect youth sports performance. Designed to provide coaches and parents with strategies for safely developing athletic potential while minimizing injury risk.

  • Positive Coaching Alliance Coaching with Empathy: https://positivecoach.org/training/online-courses/ 

    • Online course that equips coaches with practical tools to build meaningful connections with their athletes by incorporating empathy into their coaching approach.

  • 8 Keys for Coaches to Support the Mental Health of Their Athletes: https://totalwellness.nfl.com/wellness-resources/8-keys-for-coaches-to-support-the-mental-health-of-their-athletes/

    • Article outlining eight strategies for coaches to proactively support their athletes’ mental health, emphasizing open dialogue, self-care, identity beyond sport, and emergency plans.

  • How to Motivate Mentally Well Athletes: https://truesport.org/mental-wellness/motivate-mentally-well-athletes/

    • Article encouraging coaches to use positive reinforcement as opposed to punishment-based methods to motivate athlete performance and protect mental wellness.

  • Oak Strength Building Stronger Athletes Through Balance and Genuine Coaching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNLCl6oarpI

    • Video exploring how coaching with empathy, purpose, and intentional balance can foster both physical strength, psychological resilience, and holistic athletic growth. It shares lessons on mental health, work ethic, and how genuine coach-athlete relationships create environments where athletes can thrive.

  • The Sports Coaching Podcast with Sam Holmshaw: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sports-coaching-podcast-with-sam-holmshaw/id1508342152 

    • Podcast in which Sam Holmshaw hosts conversations with coaches from a wide range of sports and backgrounds to bridge the gap between coaching theory and practical application, exploring topics such as athlete mindset, development pathways, culture, and innovative coaching practices.