As we approach August 2024, the NCAA is gearing up to implement new mandates to prioritize student-athletes mental health and well-being. These mandates signify a significant shift in how universities support their athletes, emphasizing the need for comprehensive mental health resources and support systems. Here at The Zone, we're ready to lead the charge and assist NCAA programs in meeting these requirements while enhancing athletic performance.

Customized Mental Performance System:

Our software offers a tailored approach to mental health resources and wellness programs, designed to address the individual needs of each athlete and staff member, all within a single platform. This provides comprehensive mental health support for your athletes and generates aggregated, anonymized data and insights for your wellness staff. With seamless integration into your current wellness operations, our platform streamlines the process of accessing help for athletes through an AI chatbot. Ultimately, our goal is to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and accessibility of care systems within athletic organizations.

When my husband accepted the position as the head women’s basketball coach at Seton Hill University in 2013, our first daughter was only 4 weeks old, so I left coaching to focus on raising our children, with the plan of returning to college athletics and utilizing my master's degree in Sport Psychology and passion for mental performance skills and wellness. I am a certified Master's Health and Wellness Coach.

1. Institutional Structure:

The Zone seamlessly integrates with NCAA programs' institutional structures, fostering collaboration across various departments.
Our platform serves as a centralized Wellness hub, facilitating insights at a team level among coaches, athletic departments, counseling services, and academic advisors so they efficiently operate.

2. Supportive Campus Climate:

Through our partnerships and onsite activations, we promote awareness and understanding of mental health issues, fostering a culture of empathy and inclusivity.
We also aid our partners in bringing in speakers to lead important conversations around health and well-being.

3. Mental Health Awareness:

Our mobile app offers comprehensive educational resources to increase awareness of mental health challenges and available support services.
By reducing stigma and encouraging open dialogue, we empower athletes to recognize when they need assistance and seek help without hesitation.

4. Early Intervention::

Utilizing advanced algorithms The Zone identifies early signs of mental health concerns, enabling timely intervention.

5. Accessible Services:

Our platform ensures round-the-clock access to a wide range of mental health resources, including counseling services and crisis intervention.
With mobile accessibility, athletes can easily access support wherever they are, eliminating barriers to receiving care.

Partnering with The Zone offers more than just meeting mandates—it fosters the development of a mentally resilient athletic community. By consolidating resources and support services within one platform, you empower your staff to deliver care for themselves and their athletes efficiently.Furthermore, prioritizing mental wellness enables your athletes to achieve peak performance and be their best selves both on and off the field.

Explore the zone

Sierra Canyon School, known for its championship-winning women's basketball team, has become the first high school to partner with The Zone, a leading mental wellness software for athletes. This collaboration highlights Sierra Canyon’s commitment to holistic athlete development, supporting both mental health and performance under the leadership of Coach Komaki. The Zone’s platform offers mental health resources, wellness check-ins, and real-time support, ensuring athletes thrive both on and off the court. This partnership is a significant step in revolutionizing mental wellness in high school sports.

Oct 22, 2024