Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)

CMPCs, there’s still time to apply! Nominations for the Application Review Committee (ARC) and Recertification Review Committee (RRC) are open through September 1.

If you’re an active CMPC interested in supporting the initial certification and/or recertification process, consider putting your name forward. Self-nominations are also welcome:

Learn more and apply: https://conta.cc/4uQXA8Z

Congratulations to the 2026 recipient of the AASP Foundation Distinguished Public Communication, Awareness, and Outreach Award, Erin Haugen! 🌟

This award recognizes an AASP member’s efforts to promote, raise awareness of the field/profession, or engage in outreach efforts to non-sport psychology-related professional organizations.

To learn more about this award, visit: https://appliedsportpsych.org/awards/distinguished-public-communication-awareness-and-outreach-award/

New articles from the Journal of Sport Psychology in Action (JSPA) are now available online!

This collection features practical research and insights on applying sport psychology in clinical practice, self-regulation, mindfulness and performance enhancement, and strategies for managing pre-performance anxiety.

Read the articles here: https://conta.cc/4fISl4Y

AASP is now accepting nominations for the inaugural INSPIRE Advisory Board!

The board will help guide emerging scientific developments, interdisciplinary practice, research priorities and opportunities to strengthen collaboration across performance domains.

AASP welcomes nominations from researchers and applied practitioners with expertise across areas including sport and exercise science, athletic training, biomechanics, nutrition, physical therapy, sports medicine, and more.

Nominations are due September 3: , 2026. Learn more here and submit a nomination: https://conta.cc/4xxFOsr

📖 Check out the latest AASP Blog post: "Leveraging the 'Athletic Self' After Sport."

Transitioning out of sport can be challenging, but it doesn't have to mean losing your identity. Athletes can carry the strengths they've developed through sport into new roles, build meaningful connections beyond athletics, and navigate retirement with confidence, purpose, and resilience.

Read the blog post here:

Leveraging the 'Athletic Self' After Sport For athletes who have invested years into training, competition, and team culture, retiring from sport can feel like losing a core part of their identity. The athletic identity is not just personal;…

📣 Reminder: AASP’s application window for Regional Conference Grants is open through September 1, 2026!

The grants support student-focused regional conferences and help host institutions offset conference costs. International members are especially encouraged to apply, with at least one grant reserved for an AASP International Regional Conference.

Learn more and apply: https://conta.cc/4fXqHmn

AASP members are bringing sport psychology expertise and perspectives to a wide range of conversations, from the experience of the runner’s high to the mental challenges athletes face in competition.

Recent coverage includes a Runner's World article featuring AASP President Hillary Cauthen and AASP Member Cindra Kamphoff on what a runner’s high really feels like and how athletes can experience it. And in The Milwaukee Courier, AASP Member Carolyn Spearman Davis explores the intersection of sport, culture, and community.

Visit the Members in the News page to read more articles featuring AASP members: https://bit.ly/AASP-MemsintheNews

Considering applying for the CMPC certification? Make sure you’re set up for a smooth application process from the start.

Before you begin your application in Certemy, take a few minutes to review the submission procedures and familiarize yourself with the process. It can help you avoid common missteps and keep your application moving forward. Review batches are formed on the first business day of the month.

Visit the Application Forms page to get started: https://bit.ly/4cbtF5d

Congratulations to Robin Vealey, recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Scientist-Practitioner Award! 👏

This award recognizes an AASP member who exemplifies the sport and performance psychology (SPP) scientist-practitioner model and demonstrates exceptional quality, innovation, and impact in their work. The Scientist-Practitioner model emphasizes the integration of scientific research and practical work, fostering a professional who is skilled in applying scientific methods to inform their applied practice and using real-world observations to inform innovative and meaningful research.

To learn more about the AASP Distinguished Scientist-Practitioner Award and how to apply, visit: https://appliedsportpsych.org/awards/distinguished-scientist-practitioner-award/

As a boxing coach, Dr. John Coumbe-Lilley, CMPC provides a soundbite on how fears, doubts, and internal noise can quietly sabotage performance in the ring, mat, or cage. His message shows how athletes can build a competitive identity by using foundational mental skills including goal setting, visualization, self-talk, and emotional control. Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5PCL5P3tSE

This video is sponsored by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP). To learn more about AASP, please visit appliedsportpsych.org or our LinkedIn page, or follow us on Instagram at . To learn more about the Certified Mental Performance Consultant® (CMPC) certification, please visit appliedsportpsych.org/certification

Win the Inner Fight First As a boxing coach, John Coumbe-Lilley, PhD, CMPC, LPC, CSCS, Univer...