Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)

04/24/2026

Our members are sharing their expertise far and wide!

We’re happy to see these great media hits featuring AASP members and initiatives. Recent articles include Rowan University’s coverage of its largest Mid-Atlantic Regional Sport Psychology Conference in four years, Outside Magazine's feature on staying motivated with fitness goals, which highlights AASP Member Erin Haugen, and a Psychology Today piece on athletes and grief, written by AASP Member Michele Kerulis and featuring fellow Member Emilio Parga.

Visit the Members in the News page to read more articles featuring AASP members: https://appliedsportpsych.org/media/aasp-in-the-news/

04/22/2026

Registration is now open for our online course, Applied Performance Psychology: The Science and Practice of Working in Business, Tactical Settings, and the Performing Arts.

Enroll by June 1 to secure your spot! For more details, visit: https://appliedsportpsych.org/certification/applied-performance-psychology-the-science-and-practice-of-working-in-business-tactical-settings-and-the-performing-arts/

04/21/2026

A milestone worth celebrating 🎉

More than 1,500 professionals worldwide have now earned the Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC) credential — a powerful reflection of the growing impact of mental performance training across sport, performing arts, business, military, and beyond.

CMPCs are trained professionals who help individuals and teams strengthen the mental side of performance and succeed under pressure. Earning the CMPC requires rigorous academic preparation, supervised applied experience, a comprehensive exam, and an ongoing commitment to ethical practice and continuing education.

Learn more about the CMPC credential and its impact: https://appliedsportpsych.org/media/news-releases-and-association-updates/from-athletes-to-artists-to-the-boardroom-certified-mental-performance-consultants-are-meeting-a-surge-in-demand-for-mental/

04/20/2026

It’s National Volunteer Week, and we’re proud to recognize the dedicated volunteers who support AASP!

From serving on committees and the Executive Board to reviewing conference abstracts, mentoring through the LEAD program, leading Special Interest Groups, and supporting the annual conference, our volunteers help guide AASP’s work and strengthen the sport and performance psychology community.

Your leadership, expertise, and generosity make a meaningful impact. Thank you for all that you do — we’re so grateful for your contributions! 💙

04/17/2026

Catch up on the latest from the AASP Student Representatives!

From advancing DEIBJ initiatives to shaping student experiences at the Annual Conference, our Student Representatives have been hard at work: https://appliedsportpsych.org/members/newsletters/march-2026/spring-student-representatives-report/

04/16/2026

Spots are filling up fast for AASP’s online summer course, Professional Ethics & Standards in Sport Psychology! This course may fulfill the K1: Professional Ethics requirement for those pursuing the Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC) credential.

Featuring Jason Kostrna, PhD, CMPC, the course offers practical insights and real-world perspective on navigating ethical challenges in the field.

Enroll by June 1. For more details, visit: https://conta.cc/4lBMFwc

04/15/2026

Please join us in welcoming our new student representatives for the Journal for Sport Psychology in Action (JSPA)! 👏

Luca Ziegler is a PhD candidate in the Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology program at West Virginia University. His research focuses on mindfulness and acceptance approaches to foster optimal performance in athletes and non-athlete performers.

Chelsea Davis is a first-year PhD student in the University of Georgia’s Counseling Psychology program. Her research explores culturally supportive environments for Black women athletes, with the goal of supporting the mental well-being of athletes of color.

We look forward to their contributions to JSPA.

04/14/2026

Join AASP for the upcoming Virtual Conference: Consulting with Neurodivergent Athletes! Taking place on April 22, this conference will explore how practitioners can move beyond a deficits-based lens to a strengths-based approach, equipping attendees with actionable strategies to better support athletes and coaches.

Learn more and register here: https://appliedsportpsych.org/webinars/virtual-conference-consulting-with-neurodivergent-athletes/

04/13/2026

Mark your calendars! The CMPC Certification Council will host the third CMPC Connect session this Friday, April 17, from 1:00–3:00 PM EDT. This drop-in Zoom session is open to AASP and CSPA Sport Psych ACPS members and provides an opportunity to ask questions and receive real-time guidance on the CMPC application and recertification processes directly from the Certification Council.

Learn more: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/April-17--CMPC-Connect--Session-With-the-CMPC-Council.html?soid=1108970252383&aid=hHStUaKg7xc

04/10/2026

When in a high-pressure situation, how can we ensure that we stay focused and in the moment, ready to execute? In this video, Brian Miles, CMPC explains how you can create a “Think Box” and a “Play Box” that helps separate planning from performing, allowing for optimal focus and trust during performance. This video is sponsored by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzMDNyKyt4c&feature=youtu.be

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/become-certified/.

When in a high-pressure situation, how can we ensure that we stay focused and in the moment, ready to execute? In this video, Brian Miles, CMPC, Cleveland Gu...

04/09/2026

Final reminder: AASP & AASP Foundation Awards applications close soon!

Don’t miss your chance to be recognized for your contributions to sport psychology. Apply for AASP and AASP-F Awards by next Wednesday, April 15. Each award recipient will receive $1,000 as part of their recognition package.

View the full guidelines and submit your application here: https://appliedsportpsych.org/awards/

04/08/2026

Check out the latest article from the AASP Blog, which explores the important role parents play in shaping athletes’ mindsets in elite sports. The piece breaks down the difference between growth and fixed mindsets, how pressure and setbacks can push athletes toward self-doubt, and why fostering a belief in development through effort is critical for long-term success.

The piece also outlines practical ways parents can support a growth-oriented mindset, including reframing setbacks as learning opportunities, shifting praise from talent to effort and strategy, encouraging mastery-based goals, and using reflective questions to build resilience and confidence. Together, these approaches help athletes view challenges as opportunities for improvement rather than threats to performance.

To read the full article, visit:

Parents who embrace curiosity, encourage reflection, and model growth-oriented thinking create an environment where athletes feel safe to take risks and learn from failure.