Dealing with pressure is something every athlete must be able to do. Today we speak with Derek Bylsma, Executive Director of Millennium Counseling Center in Chicago, Illinois. In this episode, we discuss dealing with pressure as an athlete. ------Derek specializes in recovery-related work, mental health disorders, and issues unique to athletic performance. He is enthusiastic about leading the sports division at his group as it marries two of his life-long passions; helping others and athletics.  With Derek’s athletic background and knowledge around mental health in sports, we are excited to share Derek’s thoughts with you.  Derek's success in the counseling world and his involvement in the mental side of athletics have us excited to feature him on the SportsEpreneur Podcast.  The post SE07 | Derek Bylsma | Dealing with Pressure as an Athlete appeared first on SportsEpreneur.

Soccer is here to stay whether you buy it or not. In this episode, we discuss the 7 reasons why I’m a big-time buyer in the future of soccer in the United States.  ------ Internationally, soccer is the biggest sport. It’s just that in the US it’s not. While it has grown over the years, it’s not there…Yet. But as I look ahead, I see an incredible future for soccer in the United States. After thinking, reading, studying, and asking, I have 7 reasons why I believe soccer has an enormous future in the US.  The 7 reasons why I believe soccer has an enormous future in the United States:  0:38 | Length of games 3:28 | Branding 6:03 | Amount of leagues and tournaments 8:15 | Television rights  10:22 | Recognizable Players 12:15 | The potential in the United States market 14:15 | Football is at its peak The post SE05 | The Future of Soccer in the United States | Eric Kasimov appeared first on SportsEpreneur.