Sports Psychology

3 articles

Soccer player performing a focused pre-penalty kick ritual under stadium lights, emphasizing mental preparation and concentration.

The Culture

What Is the Psychological Impact of Sports Rituals?

Before every penalty kick, soccer legend Landon Donovan performed a precise, repetitive routine.

Yara Haddad·September 6, 2026

A young athlete looking distressed and isolated on a sports bench, symbolizing the mental health struggles faced by young competitors.

The Past

Young Athletes Face Immense Psychological and Societal Pressures

My sister died during a mental health crisis, a tragedy that followed a concussion suffered while playing sports.

Yara Haddad·August 6, 2026

A symbolic image of a crumbling football stadium at dusk, representing the decline of Chelsea's dominant era due to internal issues and psychological challenges.

The Game

Chelsea's Dynasty Crumbles Due to Internal Strife and Mental Blocks

Chelsea, a team unbeaten after leading by two goals for 13 years, recently suffered such a defeat in an FA Cup semi-final, according to The New York Times .

Priya Singh·May 18, 2026