Jim Romero, Associate Athletic Director, Director of Strength & Conditioning, and Head Track Coach at The Harpeth Hall School (TN), explores how every word shapes an athlete’s experience, mindset, and growth. Thoughtful, intentional communication builds trust, fosters resilience, and creates a positive culture that athletes carry with them long after they leave high school.
Supporting Student Mental Health & Emotional Well-Being
From anxiety and depression to social media stress and questions of belonging — today’s student-athletes are facing incredible mental stressors. ADs are training coaches, creating referral pathways, supporting injured athletes, and balancing compassion with policy to fight against one of the most complex challenges in modern-day schools.
