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December 2025 Newsletter
Our December Newsletter covers all the big things that happened in 2025 and of course some of the little things!
How 3C Counseling and Performance Uses DISC to Transform Athlete Mental Health, Communication, and Performance
When athletes work with 3C Counseling and Performance, they are working with far more than a mental health practice. Instead, they work someone who has lived every dimension of the athletic journey.
12 Reasons Athlete Assessments’ DISC Profiles Are Better Than Other Providers
When choosing a DISC Profile, it’s important to select one that delivers real results in your environment. Athlete Assessments provides the only DISC Profiles specifically designed for sport, making them the gold standard for athletes, coaches, and sports administrators worldwide. But, that’s not the only reason!
Unlocking Potential with DISC: Kyle McDonald’s Holistic Performance Approach
Kyle McDonald, CMPC, and Founder of Competitive Will Performance Consulting on Using DISC Profiling for Athlete Development, Team Culture, and Organizational Performance
How DISC Profiling Elevates Referee Development at Touch Football Australia
National Referee Program Manager, Luke Saldern, on Touch Football Australia’s investment in referee development utilizing the Athlete Assessments DISC Behavioral Profiling tool to enhance communication, teamwork, and performance under pressure.
The Power of Grace: How DISC Transformed Cornell Rowing Under Coach Steve Coppola
At first glance, rowing may seem like one of the simplest sports. Line up the boats, row in sync, and the fastest crew wins. But beneath the surface lies a complex interplay of personalities, pressure, and performance. For Steve Coppola — Olympic medalist and Head Coach of Cornell University Women’s Rowing — the real key to success isn’t just stroke rate or split times. It’s grace.
Future-Proofing NCAA Programs: Understanding Why Athletes Leave and How Coaches Can Retain Them
With the NCAA transfer portal movement at an all-time high and the growing influence of NIL, athlete retention is more challenging than ever. Discover strategies on how NCAA coaches can retain their top athletes and continue to build their programs.
Empowering Student Athletes: The Partnership Between Athlete Assessments and Global Sports & Events
Athletes dedicate years of their lives to honing their craft, pushing their bodies to their limits, and developing the mental resilience necessary to compete at the highest levels. However, the transition from student-athlete to life beyond sport can be daunting. This is where organizations like Global Sports & Events (GSE) and Athlete Assessments step in, providing essential tools and experiences to extend the student-athlete beyond the playing field.
The Mental Edge: How Dr. Vincent Lodato is Redefining Player Development in Pro Hockey
With a three-decade-long career in mental conditioning, and DISC Profiling in his tool-kit, Dr. Vincent Lodato is shaping the future of player and coach development.
Athlete Assessments Welcomes New Team Members
Join us in welcoming the newest members of the Athlete Assessments team!
The Power of DISC in Elite Sports: A Spotlight on Szabolcs Hollósi
Szabolcs Hollósi, Executive Director for Kell Egy Csapat Élmény Kft. shares details with us about the recent announcement of a new partnership between Kell Egy Csapat Élmény Kft., and one of Hungary’s leading first-division football clubs.
Chasing & Achieving Continuous Improvement: The story of GVSU Volleyball
Head Coach of Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Women’s Volleyball, Jason Johnson, on developing and sustaining culture, leadership, and ultimately success within the team.
Building Winning Teams: Touch Football Australia’s Journey with Athlete Assessments’ DISC Profiles
General Manager of Touch Football Australia, Wayne Grant, on their more than 12 years using DISC with Athlete Assessments, and how a consistent development approach transforms Team Dynamics and Leadership.
Exciting Announcement.
It is with great pleasure that the company group for Athlete Assessments and Team8 People, announce that Rebekah Box will be stepping into the role as Chief Executive Officer of Team8 People. Rebekah has been with our company group for over five years, and during that time has demonstrated exceptional professional development, and personal investment in the growth and success of both companies, working closely with our internal teams and clients to deliver this.
Insights From Your Peers: Thinking About DISC Accreditation?
Benefit from the experience of those who have already completed Athlete Assessments’ DISC Accreditation and how they are using the sport-specific DISC Profiles within their roles and work.
Research Insights: Dr. Bradford Strand on the Impact of Positive Youth Development
How a Holistic Approach Enhances Youth Sports Experience and Personal Growth.
Crossing Contexts: Performance Psychology Insights from Sport & Medical Industries
Dr. Ed Garrett, PsyD, BCMHC, CH-C, Director of Sport and Performance Psychology at California Baptist University, on his approach to developing people and teams in performance environments using DISC Profiling.
Beyond X’s and O’s: Coach Education, Team Consulting, and Sport Psychology
Dr. Megan Buning, CMPC, on Empowering Coaches, Game Officials, and Teams with Mental Performance Skills and the Practical Application of DISC Profiling.
Rising Coaches Program: Preparing the Next Generation of Tennis Leaders
How the ITA Rising Coaches Program Builds Skills, Confidence, and Connections for a Successful Coaching Career in College Tennis.
Behind the Whistle: Brianne Smithson on 25 Years of Coaching, Building Culture, and Focusing on the People Side
Discover how Brianne Smithson’s people-centered coaching philosophy and team culture strategies can transform your program into a resilient, high-performing powerhouse
Building a Championship Culture: The UWGB Women’s Volleyball Program and the Power of Collaboration
Head Coach, Abbey Sutherland, and Mental Performance Consultant and Sport Psychologist, Cody Newton, on the importance of collaborative relationships and role modelling a foundation of trust for your team’s development.
Exceptional Student Development in Troy University’s Sport Management Program
Troy University’s Sport Management Program integrates Athlete Assessments’ Sports ManagerDISC Profile to enhance student learning, leadership development, and career readiness. Discover how this strategic partnership empowers graduates to succeed in the competitive sports industry.
Understanding Burnout: Insights and Implications for Athletes and Coaches
Using expert insights on burnout, we dive into understanding and identifying burnout, and key lessons we can take to best support our athletes in today’s everchanging landscape of elite sport.
Creating a Culture for Keeps with NDSU Women’s Basketball
North Dakota State University Women’s Basketball Assistant Coach, Michaela Everett on managing change and challenges, while living the team’s values and upholding your culture.
NYU Women’s Basketball Secures 2024 NCAA Division III National Championship: A Journey of Authentic Leadership
Bringing the trophy home for the second time in the program’s history, and first in over 25 years, we highlight the dedication and elements that have elevated NYU Women’s Basketball to National Champion status.
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