Sports & Performance Loss

When the Game You Love Ends

Athletes and performers often define themselves by their role. Injury, deselection, or retirement can bring intense grief.

Examples

• Injury ending a sporting career
• Feeling “not good enough” after deselection
• Struggling to watch teammates compete

What Helps

• Acknowledge your feelings
• Explore new roles such as coaching or mentoring
• Connect with our professionals and volunteers for emotional support