Mental Performance Coaching
As athletes, parents, and coaches, we often underestimate the importance of the mental side of the game. Think of a time when you are in a slump, too hard on yourself for mistakes in games, or not satisfied with playing time. So much of this relates to mental performance. We can help you fix it and help you grow through a powerful, innovative approach.
Helping Athletes Perform With Confidence, Connection, and Balance
At WeYouth, we believe mental performance and human connection go together—especially for developing athletes.
After years of research and real-world work with youth athlete development experts, sports clubs, athletes, parents, and coaches, WeYouth developed an industry leading approach called Mental Performance Connection Coaching (MPCC)—a science-informed model designed specifically for youth and young adult athletes.
powered by the WeYouth two-coach model
Every athlete is guided by both a professional mental performance coach and a college athlete mentor—because development happens best through expertise and relatability.
Lead Mental Performance Coach
Advanced training and experience in mental performance and youth development
Guides mindset, emotional regulation, confidence, and connection
Creates psychological safety and long-term growth pathways
College Athlete Mentor Coach*
Actively competing at the college level
Brings relatability, credibility, and lived experience
Models healthy mindset, effort, and leadership
Helps make sessions engaging, motivating, and real
*Our mentor coaches include current and former athletes at Division 1 universities around the state and country: BYU, U of U, Utah State, Utah Tech, University of Houston, Ole Miss, and more.
The two-coach model accelerates growth
Most mental performance programs rely on a single coach. We’ve found that youth athletes develop faster and more effectively when expert instruction is paired with near-peer mentorship. The two-coach model allows athletes to be guided by experience while also learning from someone who has recently walked the same path.
The Benefits of College-Athlete Mentor Coach:
Increases athlete buy-in and trust
Creates natural mentorship and accountability
Makes sessions more dynamic, conversational, and engaging
Helps athletes apply mental skills in real relationships
Supports both confidence and connection—on and off the field
“I would want athletes to know that Connection Coaching will help you enjoy aspects of sports that you didn’t realize were there…and (make) you a better athlete.”
- Austin, Most Outstanding Player, Utah 6A football and WeYouth Assistant Coach
what athletes learn
Through MPCC, athletes learn how to:
Reset quickly after mistakes
Play with confidence and freedom, rather than fear of failure
Manage pressure and emotions in games, practices, tryouts, school, and life
Build a healthier mindset
Communicate better with teammates and coaches
the performance diamond
WeYouth uses its trademarked Performance Diamond to guide development across four essential areas:
Skills
Mindset
Connection
Physical Health
When these are balanced, athletes perform better, develop healthier, and enjoy sports and life more.
Built for long-term success
MPCC is proactive and intentional, helping athletes build the foundation for confidence, flow, and sustainable performance—on and off the field.
trusted by Youth Athlete development and sports leaders
Our approach is trusted by local and national leaders in youth athlete development.
“The WeYouth model is the most impactful approach I’ve seen for mental development in young athletes. It helps helps them become more balanced as athletes and balance is critical to flow state. When they are out of balance it impacts performance — end of story.”
— Matt Schneck (Head Coach BYU Men’s Lacrosse, repeat national champion)
“I’ve seen firsthand that mental skills, connection, and relationship coaching are among the most impactful—and most overlooked—areas of player development. Coaches at every level work tirelessly to support their players, yet very few are ever formally trained to intentionally develop communication, emotional regulation, leadership, and relationship skills. When challenges show up within a team environment, it’s often difficult to identify the root cause, and these areas end up being addressed informally or only after problems arise. When this missing piece is approached in a structured and intentional way, the difference is immediately noticeable. Players communicate more clearly, connect more deeply with teammates and coaches, and are better equipped to manage pressure, mistakes, and adversity on the field.”
—Lee Davis (club director/consultant, former Director of Coaching of Utah Youth Soccer Association)
“We’ve seen instant impact on team performance right after mental performance connection coaching. ”
MPCC helps young athletes:
Reset quickly after mistakes
Perform with confidence instead of fear
Handle pressure more effectively
Stay balanced, healthy, and motivated
Enjoy the process of reaching their potential
Because when athletes are connected and balanced, performance follows.
the outcomes
“Over time, this work leads to meaningful performance gains and, just as importantly, a far better overall experience for players and families. Athletes grow more confident, resilient, and accountable, which strengthens team culture and encourages positive peer leadership. Parents consistently see improvements in how their children handle setbacks, relate to others, and enjoy the game. Traditionally, sports coaching focuses on only certain elements of player development. When mental skills, connection, and relationship coaching are added, the development process becomes truly holistic—supporting not just better players, but better people.”
—Lee Davis (club director/consultant, former Director of Coaching of Utah Youth Soccer Association)
