Sports Career Transition: A vital guide for athletes and coaches to mentally and emotionally prepare for retirement and cope with adjusting to life after sport

There is a high incidence of distress in retiring athletes but very little guidance to understand why and what to do about it. Athletes their families and coaches need this book as a Sports Career Transition guide. It will help top level athletes, district and college level players and may also assist young people who quit youth sport.Whether withdrawing by choice, dropped from a league team, or forced by injury, or having unrealistic goals, you need to understand the transition phase of your sporting life.Emotional and mental suffering after retirement is caused by a sense of loss, grief that feels like a bereavement. The grief is a non-death loss though. Loss of relationships, cheering crowds, loss of purpose, reduced physical exhilaration.Retiring from sport is an opportunity to begin another dynamic life. The uncertain future can be scary. It may take months and years of adaptation, everyone is different, but you will need support. It is a positive time for growth and development. Read more