Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)

10/28/2026

AASP accreditation reinforces what sets University of Western States’ sport and performance psychology doctoral programs apart. Through coursework and applied training aligned with industry standards, students are prepared to make an impact in the field while pursuing a clearer pathway toward CMPC® certification.

Explore UWS’s Ed.D. in Sport and Performance Psychology and Ed.D. in Sport and Performance Psychology with M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling:
https: //www.uws.edu/academics/programs/spor t-and- performance-psychology/

10/27/2026

. is Medicine On Campus (EIM-OC) is an initiative sponsored by the American College of Sports Medicine that is widely used nationwide as a way to promote exercise and well-being on college campuses. While the goal is to promote movement, Dr. Sara Powell has learned that this initiative can go much further.

In this video, learn how to incorporate mental skills training into EIM-OC initiatives to strengthen health habits and promote a positive relationship with exercise and movement. Follow and csumb_eim to find out more about how EIM-OC can work on your campus.

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 program, please visit appliedsportpsych.org/certification.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbhUsmy7Yl8

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10/24/2026

What a week at ! From inspiring keynotes and thought-provoking sessions to meaningful conversations and new connections, it was a great few days in Minneapolis.
A huge thank you to our presenting sponsors, University of Western States and Vielight Inc for helping make this year’s conference possible and supporting the growth of the sport and performance psychology community. We couldn’t have done it without you!

10/24/2026

Let’s wrap up together! 🎉 Join us for the Closing Happy Hour starting at 4:15 PM in the Nicollet Ballroom.

Come celebrate a great week of learning, connection, and community with fellow attendees. We hope to see you there!

10/24/2026

Join us at 9:45 AM for the final keynote session of , with Justine Vosloo of Ithaca College, Abby Keenan of Intrepid Performance Consulting, LLC, Angus Mugford of the United States Tennis Association, and Bridget Perkins of ECG Management Consultants taking the stage at 10:00 AM.

Moderated by Hillary Cauthen, founder of Texas Optimal Performance & Psychological Services, this session features the latest data on the changing sport psychology employment landscape and a panel discussion on using market insights to navigate compensation and contract negotiations.

10/24/2026

Happy Saturday, and welcome to the final day of ! 🎉

Don’t miss today’s Breakout Sessions and the closing Keynote Session featuring Justine Vosloo, Ithaca College; Abby Keenan, Intrepid Performance Consulting, LLC; Angus Mugford, United States Tennis Association; and Bridget Perkins, ECG Management Consultants. The session will explore the evolving sport psychology employment landscape and what it means for practitioners.

Check the official AASP Annual Conference app for the full schedule and session details.

10/23/2026

Don’t miss the Presidential Address, “Crewing for AASP in 2027,” with Shannon Baird, Cognitive Enhancement Practitioner at KBRwyle/1st Special Forces Group, today at 10:30 AM in the Nicollet Ballroom.

Join Shannon for a look at AASP’s future and the people, ideas, and collaboration that will help shape the Association in the year ahead.

10/23/2026

⏰ Coming up soon at : The Coleman Griffith Lecture with Chris Harwood of Nottingham Trent University .

This year’s lecture, “Contexts, Culture and Competencies: Advancing Our Professional Evolution to Strengthen Our Global Community and Identity,” will explore how context, culture and professional competencies can shape the evolution of our field and strengthen our global community.

The session begins at 10:00 AM in the Nicollet Ballroom.

10/23/2026

Good morning from Minneapolis! ☀️ We’re heading into Day 3 of .

A full day of programming is ahead, including the Coleman Griffith Lecture with Chris Harwood and the Presidential Address from Shannon Baird.

There’s plenty more to explore throughout the day, from workshops and poster sessions to opportunities to connect with fellow attendees. Check the meeting app for the full schedule and start planning your day!

10/22/2026

Tonight at : The Global Gathering kicks off at 5:00 PM! 🌍

Join the International Relations, Diversity and Advocacy Committees for an evening of food, ice-breakers and networking. Open to all members, the Global Gathering is a chance to connect with diversity-focused SIGs and committees and learn more about AASP’s diversity, inclusion, international, and advocacy efforts.

We hope to see you there!