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If we’re serious about helping young athletes grow, we need to stop obsessing over stats and start measuring how well they assist others and how well they’re managing mentally.

"According to national surveys: around 30–50% of student‑athletes experience anxiety or depression, and over half report moderate‑to‑extreme stress—yet only 10% seek help."

Because the real game isn’t just on the field or court.
It’s in how they treat people.
It’s in how they handle pressure.
That’s where growth happens.

And this isn’t just theory. I’ve spent over 30 years coaching—from high school gyms to college floors. I’ve lived it. As a former Division I player and now CEO of Jeff Lisath Basketball Ministries, my mission is to build strong athletes—and even stronger people.

With a background in Physical Education, Leadership Ministry, and Youth Counseling, I’ve learned this:
When kids or people in general are mentally healthy and willing to assist others, there’s no limit to what a team can become.

 

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Good mental health is essential for physical activities and sports. It strengthens the body, supports the heart, and lifts the spirit. It can act as a reset—a gateway to clarity, truth, and real happiness. Like any other part of health, it needs daily care, attention, and support.

Mental Health and Sports

If we’re serious about helping young athletes grow, we need to stop obsessing over stats—and start measuring how well they assist others and how well they’re managing their mental health.

ABOUT US

Jeff Lisath Basketball Inc. was created in 1979 with the purpose of giving at-risk youth a positive alternative to "street life." In 1998, our mission evolved to using the game of basketball as a platform for ministry.

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Jeff Lisath Basketball Ministries is a 501 (c) non-profit organization.

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