Young athletes on the volleyball court require holistic development (i.e. mind, body, craft) to optimize performance and well-being on and off the court. Heather Elliott, former Seasonal Athletic Trainer for US Beach National Teams, guides coaches and parents through the developmental issues athletes may face as they transition from high school to collegiate play and how to best support athletes during this time. Elliott pays special attention to mental wellness, exploring athlete identity and the importance of relationships. 00:00 Introduction – Holistic Care for the Whole Athlete 00:24 Transition to College – Physical, Mental and Emotional Changes 02:17 Recognizing Athletic Identity and Mental Health Challenges 04:26 Managing Expectations, Stress and New Independence 06:22 Defining the Holistic Approach – Developing the Whole Person 08:59 Athletic Identity vs. Human Identity – Finding Balance 12:38 Positive building team culture and core Values 17:06 Relationships and trust – the foundation of coaching impact 23:26 Recruiting, parent roles and communication boundaries 33:03 Coach wellness, support systems and latest insights #Volleyball #AthleteWellness #HolisticCoaching #MentalHealthInSports #AthleteDevelopment
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