Episode 108: Riley Starkey, senior at Winnebago High School.

Riley is a senior at Winnebago High School and plays volleyball at VC United. She is passionate about discussing and increasing awareness of Athetes' Mental Health. In sports, from professional athletes to those who enjoy recreational activities, we often overlook a hidden challenge: mental health. Despite their physical strength and resilience, athletes face mental health issues too. Join us as we delve into the pressures, performance expectations, and the toll it takes on their psychological well-being.  00:01 Athletes' mental health and pressures in 2023. 2:12 Mental health and social struggles in high school. 15:34 Phone addiction and its impact on mental health. 18:32 Mental health in athletes and coaches' role in supporting them. 26:56 Parenting and coaching in youth sports 30:15 The challenges of being a high school athlete.  40:49 Sports identity and purpose after college athletics. 43:52 Mental health in college athletics. 53:34 The importance of communication and support in sports.  56:31 High school athletics, friendships, and mental health