Hoops and Headspace
Hoops and Headspace
Podcast Description
Hoops and Headspace, hosted by Jada Rich, bridges the gap between mental health and basketball, tackling issues like athlete burnout, performance pressure, and life beyond the game. Through expert insights, player interviews, and practical strategies, this podcast empowers athletes, coaches, and fans to prioritize mental well-being both on and off the court.
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The podcast explores themes like athlete burnout, performance pressure, and life after sports, with episodes that include discussions on the mental health stigma in basketball culture, featuring stories from NBA players like Kevin Love and DeMar DeRozan alongside expert insights on coping strategies and mental well-being.
Hoops and Headspace, hosted by Jada Rich, bridges the gap between mental health and basketball, tackling issues like athlete burnout, performance pressure, and life beyond the game. Through expert insights, player interviews, and practical strategies, this podcast empowers athletes, coaches, and fans to prioritize mental well-being both on and off the court.
Youth sports are becoming more intense than ever — but at what cost?
In this episode of Hoops & Headspace, Jada Rich and Tae Gray sit down with Hunter Givens (sports writer & former mental-health professional) to break down the mental pressure young athletes face today.
You’ll learn:
- The rising mental health challenges in youth sports
- How competitive pressure affects confidence, motivation & self-worth
- The role parents and coaches play in shaping athlete wellbeing
- How social media impacts young athletes mentally
- Ways to support kids on and off the court
Together, we explore how to build healthy athletic environments, develop young leaders, and protect kids from burnout.
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