The Hidden Opponent

Are you playing “from victory” or “for victory?” Pro-Bowl and Super Bowl MVP wide receiver, Cooper Kupp, shares his mindset on preparation, controllables, and the difference between playing “from victory” versus playing “for victory.” #MVPMindset

Thank you KCAL News and Jamie Yuccas for this special interview!! I loved drinking lattes & talking about the importance of mental health with you 🫶☕️ And thank you to everyone who’s supported me throughout my journey 🥲 Whenever I get to reflect on my story (it’s many feelings,) but recently very nostalgic. I’m feeling so much gratitude for all who’ve believed in this mission and for the INCREDIBLE people who’ve joined in to make our work possible. So many exciting things ahead with The Hidden Opponent - stay tuned! https://lnkd.in/g7kuCSrU

URL Media Recruiting is excited to share that after an extensive executive search, in partnership with the leadership of The Hidden Opponent – a nonprofit devoted to ending mental health stigma in sports culture – we have placed Suzanne Potts, LMSW, MPH as the organization’s inaugural Chief Executive Officer. Suzanne joins The Hidden Opponent (THO) after working for almost a decade as the Chief Wellbeing Officer and National Director at Athletes for Hope, helping expand and scale the AFH University program and build out the Whole Being Athlete program. With over 25 years of nonprofit management experience, Suzanne is poised to drive the organization into a new era of growth and impact. “Suzanne Potts brings a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to our mission, and a proven track record of success not only in the non-profit space but also in addressing the athlete mental health crisis,” said Victoria Garrick Browne, the organization’s founder.  “Together, we can continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of athletes worldwide!”

Amazing work this past weekend by our Campus Captains, Lexi and Aaron! 💚 The Hidden Opponent is so grateful to have collaborated for a second year with 2 Out Rally Inc. and the Bradford Family to honor their late son, Alex. Together, we created a safe space to talk about mental health and substance abuse, as well as educated folks on the lifesaving abilities of Narcan. #togetherweface #thehiddenopponent

🎉 ANNOUNCEMENT 🎉 Introducing our new Chief Executive Officer, Suzanne Potts, LMSW, MPH. After an extensive and thorough search, we are thrilled to welcome Suzanne to our team and eager for her to guide us into our next chapter. “I am excited and proud to join The Hidden Opponent as their CEO to help grow this remarkable organization. After seeing the impact that Victoria Garrick Browne and the dedicated staff have created through their programs and clear commitment to advocating for, supporting, and educating student-athletes, I am eager to work together to bring these mental health resources to all who need them.” - Suzanne Please help us welcome Suzanne to our THO community!

Sending a HUGE thank you to Spencer Horwitz, Toronto Blue Jays player, for elevating our non-profit and mental health mission over the course of MLB Player’s Weekend.💚 You can bid on Spencer's custom bat and cleats at the links below, with all proceeds going to our mission. 🎉 BAT: https://lnkd.in/dJb5NQUd. CLEATS: https://lnkd.in/dBVAsUQq.

Caitlin Clark on protecting one's mental health and the value of working with a sport psychologist. #MVPMindset #MentalHealth

Just over two years after the idea for my short film "The Weight of it All" was born, I am so excited to be able to release it to the public! I've partnered with The Hidden Opponent for the film's online release, and yesterday was the first day of our 5-day countdown! You can follow along on their instagram (@thehiddenopponent) and on the film's instagram (@theweightofitall.film) The 17-minute short will be available on Youtube on August 24th, and, in the meantime, you can read my q & a with THO by clicking the link below, where I talk about what went into making this film. Thanks to everyone (family, friends, cast, crew, teammates and faculty) who helped me bring my vision to life. So excited to finally be able to share this with the world!

🏀🎙️ ICYMI! Catch one of our most popular podcast episodes! Jason Dane, a health and PE teacher, and Mike Zito, a licensed psychologist, join Duncan Young and Laine Whitaker, MSL to dive into the evolution of youth sports. They discuss the intense pressures faced by student athletes and share effective strategies to navigate these challenges. Don't miss out on their insights! #youthsports #youthmentalhealth #sportschallenges Tune in here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eayjMYgt

Still haven’t quite been able to find the words to describe what it meant to represent The Hidden Opponent at the Athlete Activism Summit in Louisville, Kentucky in June. I am incredible humbled and honored to have had this opportunity and am deeply thankful for the relationships I built and the growth that occurred over the 4 day summit. Sports have the power to change lives!