The Lockeroom
The Lockeroom is where the real conversations in sports happen. Hosted by former pro athlete Averie Collins and renowned sport psychologist Dr. Stu Singer, this podcast dives deep into the mental side of elite athletics.
Through raw and honest conversations with professional athletes and the people in their corner, we explore the invisible battles—anxiety, self-doubt, identity loss, and more—that athletes must overcome to achieve greatness.
From the pressure of roster selections to the mindset shifts that shape entire careers, these are the stories that usually stay behind closed doors. Whether you're an athlete, competitor, coach, or someone chasing growth, The Lockeroom is your front-row seat to the mental game of sports.
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The Lockeroom
Andy Sullivan: Injuries, Pregnancy & the Mental Game Behind the USWNT
Joins Averie Collins and Dr. Stu Singer in the studio, Washington Spirit midfielder and U.S. Women’s National Team player Andy Sullivan opens up about the emotional weight of chasing rosters, recovering from injuries, and navigating pregnancy—all while staying in the game.
In this honest conversation, Andy shares how she’s reshaping her mindset with mindfulness, affirmations, and new routines to rebuild confidence and reconnect with herself beyond the sport.
They unpack the identity trap so many athletes face, the pressure to please, and why vulnerability and balance might be the most powerful tools in a high-performance life.
The episode closes with a grounding mindfulness practice from Dr. Singer you can try wherever you are.