Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)

12/23/2025

Couldn’t make it to AASP’s 40th Annual Conference? Selected session recordings are now available for purchase! Get access to more than 15 hours of content, including poster presentations, and earn 12 AASP CEUs toward recertification.

Registration closes January 15, 2026, and videos will be available through April 30, 2026.

Learn more here: https://conta.cc/482lIM1

12/22/2025

In honor of the holidays, AASP’s office will be closed beginning December 24, 2025 and will reopen on January 5, 2026.

12/19/2025

An article from the latest AASP Newsletter spotlights a pioneering sport psychology internship that gives high school athletes real-world experience delivering mental skills training.

The piece follows student-athlete Bailey Heldt, who has spent two years in the program gaining applied practice, ethical training, and leadership skills—all while deepening her own performance as a competitive swimmer.

Read the full piece here: https://bit.ly/4iUc7vP

12/18/2025

It is with great sadness that we share that Dr. Dawn Stephens, a longtime AASP member and CMPC, passed away on November 10, 2025, at the age of 71.

Dawn was a researcher, professor, and mentor whose work on the moral and motivational aspects of athletic aggression shaped the field of sport psychology and influenced countless athletes, students, and colleagues. Known for her integrity, generosity, and thoughtful guidance, she set a standard of excellence that many looked to as a model for both professional and personal growth.

Beyond her academic work, Dawn was deeply committed to her community. She founded a horse rescue sanctuary, devoted herself to education and service, and inspired those around her to act with compassion and purpose. Her impact will be felt not only in the field of sport psychology but in the lives of the many she touched through mentorship, friendship, and service.

To read the full In Memoriam, visit: https://conta.cc/4r1HZ50

12/17/2025

Case Studies in Sport and Performance Psychology (CSSPP) is seeking new Editorial Board members!

CSSPP is a peer-reviewed, continuously published online journal jointly produced by AASP and Human Kinetics. The journal highlights real-world case studies from practitioners, scholars, and students across the globe.

The Editorial Board is looking for individuals with experience in applied practice, research, publishing, and community engagement within sport and performance psychology.

The deadline to submit your expression of interest is this Friday, December 19. Learn more about how to apply here: https://bit.ly/3Mmcl2i

12/16/2025

December is Universal Human Rights Month, a time to reflect on how we can advocate for fundamental human rights for all. In this video, Dr. Derek Zike, Chair of the AASP Advocacy Committee, details how AASP can work to protect rights for the athletes and performers we work with and engage in advocacy to protect well-being for all. This month, we encourage you to advocate, empower, and enact change!

To learn more about the AASP Advocacy Committee, please review their position statement: https://appliedsportpsych.org/media/news-releases-and-association-updates/association-for-applied-sport-psychology-advocacy-committee-position-statement/

This video is sponsored by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoPQVmk_HD8

To learn more about AASP, please visit appliedsportpsych.org or our LinkedIn page, or follow us on Instagram at . To learn more about the Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC) certification program, please visit appliedsportpsych.org/certification.

December is Universal Human Rights Month, a time to reflect on how we can advocate for fundamental human rights for all. In this video, Dr. Derek Zike, Chair...

12/15/2025

AASP is wishing all who celebrate a joyful and bright Hanukkah! May this season of light bring warmth, happiness, and peace to you and your loved ones.

12/12/2025

🌟 Meet AASP’s Student Representative, Jaylon Bruner-Vann! 🌟

Jaylon Bruner-Vann is a second-year doctoral student in the Counseling Psychology PhD program at the University of Georgia.

He currently works as a clinician in UGA’s Center for Counseling and Personal Evaluation and as a doctoral student clinician in the UGA Mental Health and Performance Clinic. Bruner-Vann is also a 2024-2026 Interdisciplinary Minority Fellow (IMFP) with the American Psychological Association.

To learn more about Bruner-Vann’s background, visit: https://bit.ly/48hZC9n

12/11/2025

Check out the latest AASP newsletter! This edition features a recap of the 40th Annual Conference from President-Elect Shannon Baird, an Editor’s Note from Newsletter Committee Chair Lisa Hutchison, an article on transgender athletes, and a feature on a 14-year-old poster presenter at this year’s conference.

Read the full newsletter here: https://conta.cc/3JF2V0Q

12/10/2025

On this International Human Rights Day, we’re celebrating the power of sport to drive change. Beyond competition, sport can safeguard rights, amplify inclusion, and give athletes—and communities—a platform to be heard.

Discover stories, tools, and resources from the Centre for Sport and Human Rights: https://www.sporthumanrights.org/library

12/09/2025

The integration of sport psychology and counseling coursework offers graduates a broader potential scope of practice and deeper engagement in the field. Learn more about University of Western States’ Sport and Performance Psychology programs here: https://www.uws.edu/aasp/

12/08/2025

🗓️ Reminder: Join us this Thursday, December 11 at 1:00 PM ET for a webinar on navigating ethical dilemmas in sport and performance psychology.

Gain practical strategies, frameworks, and real-world insights to strengthen your professional judgment. Register here: https://appliedsportpsych.org/webinars/gray-zones-and-guiding-principles/