Bryan Fitzpatrick, Associate A.D. for Strength, Conditioning, and Sports Performance at the U.S. Naval Academy (MD), provides a behind-the-scenes look at the unique challenges and expectations faced by midshipmen-athletes.
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.
