MY PHILOSOPHY
CREATE - LIVE - ACHIEVE
Moments of excellence that define your epic journey of achievement.
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Since 2010, I have specialized as a Mental Skills Coach, helping athletes develop mastery and perform their best when it matters most. I take great pride in the progress and success of the athletes I work with.
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The foundation for your success begns with the development of physical, technical, tactical, and mental skills tailored to your specific sport.
Physical Skills
​The physical strength, agility, speed, and conditioning
to play your sport
Technical Skills
The specific skills necessary
to play your sport
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Tactical Skills
The strategic understanding
of your sport
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Mental Skills
The motivation, grit, determination, and mindset required to be focused in high pressure game situations.
ACHIEVING MASTERY AND BECOMING YOUR BEST SELF
Mastery requires time, dedication, and the willingness to get comfortable being uncomfortable. As an athlete, success is defined not only by the end goal but by focusing on the journey and the small, consistent actions that lead you there.
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To become the best version of yourself - both as an athlete and as a person - it's essential to address your social, emotional, and physical development.
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Physical growth comes from staying active, but personal growth relies on meaningful social interactions. Being physically and socially active can work hand in hand to help or stunt your growth as an athlete and as a person. That's why I'm passionate about supporting the long-term development of athletes, focusing on both their athletic skills and their social emotional well-being.
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At the heart of it, Epic Sport Mindset is here to guide you through the physical, the social, and emotional milestones necessary for your success.
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I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.
FOUNDATIONS OF ATHLETIC AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Discover valuable frameworks for lifelong athletic and social growth through the following models:
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7 Stages of Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD) by the Canadian Sports for Life Society
This model outlines age-appropriate levels of training and skills development for athletes. The goal of the Canadian Sports for Life Society is to promote age appropriate trainings and skills development that encourage kids and adults to become more active, stay active, and strive for excellence in sport. For more information, visit the Canadian Sports for Life website.
Erikson’s Psychosocial Stages of Development by Erik Erikson
This model helps parents of athletes better understand the social-emotional and athletic milestones that their child will encounter from infancy to adulthood. Erik Erikson's theory emphasized that personal development occurs through social adaptation and interaction. As individuals build relationships and face challenges throughout life, their ability to navigate these experiences shapes their growth and personality.
For my practice, I categorize the valuable insights from these two methodologies into age-specific areas of growth:
Birth - Age 6: Foundation Building
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7 Stages of Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD)
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Erickson’s 8 Psychosocial Stages of Development
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LTAD Stage 1: Active Start (ages 0-6)
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Erickson Stage 1: Trust versus Mistrust (approximately age 0-1)
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Erickson Stage 2: Autonomy versus Doubt/Shame (occurs between ages 1 to 3)
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Erickson Stage 3: Initiative versus Guilt (age 3-5)
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Ages 6 - 12: Acquisition of Skills
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7 Stages of Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD)
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Erickson’s 8 Psychosocial Stages of Development
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Stage 2: FUNdamentals (girls 6-8, boys 6-9)
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Stage 3: Learn to Train (girls 8-11, boys 9-12)
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Erickson Stage 4: Industry versus Inferiority (ages 6 to 11 or 12). Erickson originally stated the age span was 6 to puberty.
Ages 11 - 23: Learning to Compete and Identity Development
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7 Stages of Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD)
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Erickson’s 8 Psychosocial Stages of Development
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Stage 4: Train to Train (girls 11-15, boys 12-16)
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Stage 5: Train to Compete (girls 15-21, boys 16-23)
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Erickson Stage 5: Identity versus Role-Confusion (ages 12 to 18)
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Ages 20+: Competition Ready and Love
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7 Stages of Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD)
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Erickson’s 8 Psychosocial Stages of Development
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Stage 6: Train to Win (girls 18+, boys 19+)
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Erickson Stage 6: Intimacy versus Isolation (early adulthood, typically from your 20’s to the end of your 30’s)
Ages 30+: Active for Life, Giving Back and a Reflection on Life
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7 Stages of Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD)
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Erickson’s 8 Psychosocial Stages of Development
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Stage 7: Active for life (any age)
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Erickson Stage 7: Generativity versus Stagnation (middle adulthood, usually between ages of 40 and 60)
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Erickson Stage 8: Integrity versus Despair (ages 60 or 65 to the end of life)
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PARENTS OF ATHLETES
When children first begin participating in sports, most parents hope they will build character, learn valuable life lessons, develop friendships, stay active, and most importantly, enjoy the experience. However, when a child starts to excel and is recognized as highly talented, the excitement and validation can shift expectations - for both the child and parents.
It's easy to get swept up in the thrill of potential opportunities: scholarships, elite coaching, and even dreams of professional contracts. while these aspirations can be motivating, it's crucial to maintain perspective. At the end of the day, your child is human, not just an athlete. Encouraging athletic success is important, but equally vital is fostering their growth as a well-rounded individual.
Celebrating your child's achievements and opening doors to better coaching and higher-level opportunities is a wonderful gift. These experiences can help them develop their skills and passion for the sport. However, focusing solely on athletic performance without considering their emotional and social development can lead to challenges down the road.
This is why I emphasize developing the whole athlete. Emotional resilience, social awareness, and strong interpersonal skills are as essential to long-term success as physical ability. These traits not only contribute to sustained athletic performance but also help your child navigate life beyond sports.
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I look forward to the opportunity to partner with you and your athlete. Don't hesitate to reach out and explore how we can work together to support their journey. ​