Igniting Change: The Passionate Pursuit of Courtney Levinsohn

As your host, I'm thrilled to invite you into a captivating conversation with Courtney Carol Levinson, a lifelong athlete and fervent advocate for sports psychology. Courtney reveals her journey as a female soccer coach navigating the male-centric world of sports, while also confronting the systemic racism that permeates the field. Her compelling narrative includes how these experiences sparked her advocacy for the infusion of more sports psychology experts in the arena.<br/><br/>Courtney spins an intriguing tale of the evolution of sports psychology - from a stigmatized field to an essential component in athlete success. Diving into the often-overlooked disconnect between coaches and athletes, she highlights the detrimental effects on results and diversity in coaching. The conversation takes a turn as we discuss the monumental role individual athletes, like Lebron James and Kobe, play in shaping their own trajectories.<br/><br/>Join me as we navigate the path towards improving youth coaching and player pathways. Through Courtney's eyes, we delve into the importance of making sports success routes more accessible for young people and reflect on the necessity for a culture of inclusion and anti-racism in sports. We also investigate the harmful impact of gaslighting in sports, and the role of community coaching in fostering an equitable and inclusive environment. Tune in for a stirring exploration of the challenges and potential solutions in women's soccer and coaching.<br/><br/>No matter how you identify, you are welcome! Sign up for a membership to WIS with the link below and watch WIS & Common Goal’s mental health ad for the USWNT.<br/><br/>http://womeninsoccer.org<br/><br/>https://youtu.be/sNd2ZAGkJX8?feature=shared