Dr. Whitley summarizes her talk: “As overall youth mental health struggles rise nationwide, the pressure of year-round schedules, early specialization, and social media can make playing sports feel more overwhelming than rewarding. This lecture breaks down how sports culture has changed and introduces a clear, seven-part blueprint to create a healthier ecosystem for young athletes to build life skills while retaining their love for the game.” The talk will be followed by 15 minutes of Q&A.