“The key thing is that there’s no loyalty in sport – no matter how many sacrifices you make, they can always turn around and say ‘no thanks’. It’s so important for young athletes to create a future”.
Will dual-careering hurt my performance? Short answer - no! There are many physical, mental and performance-based advantages to a dual-career. Many employers, as well as educational institutions, support athletes through a dual-career. Preparing for life after sport shouldn't be a last minute effort and a dual-career will lay the foundation for a secure and fulfilling career outside of and after competition.
Madeleine is a former Division 1 Tennis Scholar Athlete, All-American, and Student Athlete of the year at Sam Houston State University in the USA. As an international student-athlete, she graduated the top 1% of her class and went on to complete her MBA in Leadership & Management, and Master of Education at Harvard University.
Curtis is currently a corporate lawyer from Canada doing a secondment in London, UK. Before this, Curtis was a cross-country skier on the Canadian National team.
USA Mens National Soccer Team's Mental Conditioning Coach Travis Thomas, talks about identity and sport. Whether you were an athlete or are an athlete currently, you need to hear this message.
USA Mens National Soccer Team's Mental Conditioning Coach Travis Thomas, talks about embracing the present moment.
USA Mens National Soccer Team's Mental Conditioning Coach Travis Thomas, talks about bringing a stand-up comedy skill like improvisation into sport.
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