For any athlete, the search for the additional edge is an on-going process.

Having the right mentality and addressing the mental side of the game can certainly bear fruit when a player steps between the lines. With IMG Academy+, athletes around the country can work remotely with mental performance and nutrition coaches at IMG Academy without making the trip to Florida. Coaches are available to work on a player's approach to nutrition and the mental side of the game.

Below is a chat with IMG Academy+ Mental Performance Coach Brittany Lee, M. Ed, about her work with IMG Academy+

What intrigued you about IMG Academy+? What do you feel is the true benefit of the platform?

"What intrigued me most about IMG+ was the ability to have 1-on-1 consulting with athletes. Being able to provide unique support to student athletes across the country and world who are eager to get better."

What is your role as a part of the IMGA+ team?

"[I am a] Mental Performance Coach that works 1-on-1 with athletes virtually."

Walk us through what an athlete can experience if they sign up for IMGA+.

"Engaging and fun sessions with mental coaches who care about the athletes they work with. These sessions allow a fantastic opportunity for student athletes to learn more about themselves, their mental game and various ways to enhance their performance."

What have you seen as the most valuable part of the platform for the athletes you’ve worked with?

"Having the ability every week to spend intentional time learning and growing. This intentional time creates space for the athlete to explore more about themselves and their performance."

Do you have a success story you can walk us through?

"All of my clients have been a HUGE success story. I love to watch the ‘ah ha’ moments happen. Seeing them learn, grow, and gain greater self-awareness and confidence in who they are in all areas of their lives, is hugely rewarding."

Who is IMGA+ geared towards? Who can benefit from it?

"EVERYONE. It is specifically geared towards athletes who are eager and wanting to enhance their performance in their sport. Everyone can benefit as the connection with parents helps the environment and athletes, as well as A+ can be extremely beneficial for coaches who are looking to continue to grow and professionally develop."

If you could provide one piece of advice to athletes, what would it be?

“Take advantage of a different type of training NOW, as it will benefit you in all areas of your life later. Putting in the work on your mental game has tremendous benefits to one’s performance, and working on it proactively helps for when challenges occur. Soccer is a beautiful game, and as the game continues to grow, one advantage to getting ahead is working on the mental aspect of the game. That way, you’ll be able to tackle the individual and team dynamic of the game in a proactive way."

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Jess Stewart, a 16 year old soccer player from Illinois, recently had the chance to work with Britt. 

“I started mindset coaching as a whole different person than I am now," Stewart said. "I have learned the keys to confidence and positivity that not only make me a better soccer player but improve all aspects of my life.”

Her parents shared the impact that Coach Lee had on their daughter. 

“A year ago, our daughter was really struggling with confidence on the soccer field and in certain aspects of her life. The mindset coaching has been instrumental in her development as a soccer player and a person during this past year. She has learned how to control her emotions when things don’t go her way and manage her anxiety in all facets of her life. She has become extremely outgoing like she was when she was little and is very interested in helping others. The program that Britt created has motivated her to be an Ambassador for Morgan’s Message within her high school in order to create awareness of mental health issues for student athletes.  We look forward to her continued growth and the impact she is having on others struggling with the same things."

Added Coach Lee: "Working with Jess and her family has been an honor and privilege. Jess was referred to me by a former colleague and I am thrilled that we have been working together now for almost a year. Everyone is on the same page and bought in to the benefits of mental training and the impact it has had on Jess both on and off the field. I have a very special place in my heart for soccer players, as that is my sport and background and any time I have the opportunity to work with young soccer players, it is a rewarding and exciting experience."

Do you think you or your family could benefit from IMG Academy+? Click here to learn more about these 1-on-1 online coaching sessions with IMG experts. You can also learn more about IMG Academy’s soccer programs through this link as well.

Want to schedule a free call to learn more about IMG Academy+ and get your athlete started? Click here. 

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