Ask Dan – ADHD Athletes
Sorry for the delayed response. I am knee-deep in coaching, teaching, and working on my doctorate. It is a bit crazy. TLDR = Neurodivergent/ADHD athletes have unique needs, and the …
Confidence and Consistency (Ep. 26)
This week’s question comes from Sara, a track and field runner from Illinois: “Hi, Coach Dan, My name is Sarah Johnson, and I am a sophomore in college. I’m an …
Last Time You Had Fun (S6:E02)
We have moments of joy and happiness, but when did you last have true fun? A time when you lost track of time, laughed so hard you hurt, or maybe …
Where Have I Been (S6:E01)
About one year ago, I walked away from my podcast. I was unsure why, but a conversation and a book led me back. We need to discuss that before I …
Colin C. Thompson Returns (S5:Bonus)
Colin C. Thompson returns to the show for an update from 2021 plus his new “50 at 50” plan. This is an excellent chat between Dan and Colin about motivation, …
Neurodivergent Players: Collaboration Between Coaches and Parents
In the realm of sports, players with neurodivergent conditions, such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or dyslexia, possess unique strengths and challenges that can impact …
Pre-competition Anxiety (Ep. 25)
This week’s question comes from Sarah, a swimmer from California: “ My name is Sarah, and I am a swimmer from California. I am reaching out to you because I …
Self-Doubt Affecting Performance (Ep. 24)
This week’s question comes from Alex, a tennis player from New York: “Dear Coach, my name is Alex, and I am a tennis player from New York. I am reaching …
Coaching Players with ADHD
Coaching players with ADHD can be challenging, as the disorder can make it difficult for individuals to stay focused and perform well in sports. However, there are effective coaching strategies …
Coaching Neurodivergent Athletes
Coaches play a crucial role in the development and success of athletes. However, they face various challenges when it comes to coaching neurodivergent athletes. Neurodivergent athletes may have different needs …