The Mental Game Plan: Building Resilience in Youth Sports

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we sit down with Michael Huber, a certified sports psychology coach who works with young athletes to strengthen their mental toughness and resilience. Michael shares how his personal experiences, including overcoming gambling addiction, led him to this field and shaped his approach to helping athletes manage pressure. We explore the mental challenges faced by today’s athletes and how to address them through mindfulness and self-awareness.Key Topics Covered:Michael’s path from the corporate world to sports psychologyThe mental pressures young athletes face from parents, coaches, and social mediaStrategies for building resilience and mental toughness in competitive sportsThe role of mindfulness in performance improvementIdentifying when mental health struggles extend beyond sportsHow parents and coaches can create a supportive environment for athletesMemorable Quotes:"Resilience isn’t just getting through adversity; it’s about doing something different to leap back." — Michael Huber."If we can teach athletes to recognize what they can and can’t control, they’ll function better under pressure."Resources Mentioned:Michael’s WebsiteBook recommendation: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel RuizTune In:Whether you're an athlete, a coach, or a parent, this conversation is packed with practical insights on supporting athletes in mastering the mental side of the game.Support the showStay Connected with Pre-Zero Sports Talk.Join host Sid Bensalah and the Pre-Zero Sports Talk community for real conversations beyond the game, where sport meets leadership, faith, performance, purpose, identity, community, and impact.Listen, watch, and follow:Spotify Video: Watch full episodesYouTube: Subscribe and join the conversationX: @PreZeroSTInstagram: @PreZeroSportsTalkLinkedIn: Connect with the CommunityTikTok: @PreZeroSportsTalkSubstack: Sid BensalahGot feedback, a topic idea, or a guest suggestion?Send your thoughts here: https://prezerosportstalk.com/contact/Support the Podcast: https://prezerosportstalk.com/donate/