Raju Virk: Breaking the Silence Around Mental Health Through Sport

Raju Virk, a longtime Edmonton soccer coach and founder of Breaking the Silence, shared how his experiences in soccer and wrestling shaped his competitive spirit, independence, and work ethic. He discussed the lasting influence of positive mentors and explained why parents should support young athletes without placing excessive pressure on them. Virk reflected on coaching youth soccer for more than 15 years, where he prioritized personal development, strong relationships, and helping players become good people over simply winning championships. Following the loss of his best friend, Raju created a growing community movement that promotes open conversations, accessible resources, and early support for mental health.Our team:Nuance Hockey - Sean ConnautonMah Golf - Matt MahTaylor MedakBolt Media & Design - Dylan FlaschThank you to our guest & sponsors:Raju VirkEarth WaterBird and Barley - promo code YSC15 for 15%!FG Promotions - mention YSC for 5% off your 1st purchase!A new episode every 3 weeks on:YouTubeAppleSpotifyAmazonAudibleFollow us on:InstagramTik TokFacebookXThreads