In this episode of the Culture in Sports Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Jeremy Piasecki and Sydney Moore discuss her journey of transitioning from a collegiate athlete to a professional volleyball player in Germany’s Bundesliga. She discusses the challenges of finding an agent, negotiating contracts, and the importance of cultural adjustments, including […]
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The Scuderia Ferrari Formula 1 team carries one of the richest histories in motorsport. With legendary drivers such as Nikki Lauda, Michael Schumacher, Sebastian Vettel, and now in 2025, Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. Ferrari has been defined by iconic drivers and championship-winning moments. Yet, in recent years, this legacy […]
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Silly season, trading period, and transfer window are all key elements of a different sports season, but ultimately, the same thing. No matter the sport, there comes a point in each athlete’s journey when their contract expires or they risk being traded to a different team. Silly-Season in Formula 1 […]
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Have you coached a high school sports program for many years? Have you volunteered to coach a youth sports team in a recreational league? Either way, team cohesion dramatically impacts the success of your program and you as a coach. What is team Cohesion? Imagine a sports team as a […]
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Many athletes have experienced what it’s like to leave the court or field and prepare themselves mentally only to have coaches criticize them for a subpar performance. Players just need some time to think things through since they’ve heard enough. On the flip side, coaches feel compelled to speak frankly […]
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Effective communication lies at the heart of every successful team. Clear and effective communication iscentral to team cohesion and overall performance. As a coach, understanding how your communicationstyle impacts the team, athletes, staff, and fellow coaches can be a game-changer for your leadershipapproach. Your Unique Communication Style Everyone possesses a […]
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Understanding one’s leadership style is a crucial aspect of effective management and teamdevelopment. Leadership styles directly influence team performance, athlete satisfaction, and theoverall success of an organization. This article examines the process of identifying one’s preferredleadership style and its potential impact on team dynamics. Different leadership styles carry different characteristics, […]
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As coaches, we strive to lead our teams to success, but what role do we play in helping our sports organization reach its broader goals? This article discusses the multifaceted role of the coach in facilitating goal achievement within a sports organization. Coaches serve a critical function as the conduit […]
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On the latest installment of The Athletic Approach Manisha and Kristen break down an in depth view of the mental roadmap that is sports psychology by detailing their first experiences dealing with of the most transferable fields of study and application in the world of sports, the exposure they’ve witnessed […]
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