Unstoppable Athlete - Mental Resilience for Teen Athletes

S2E5 - #23 - Mean Girls and Team Dynamics Episode S2.5

Published: January 27, 2026

Duration: 24:24

Sara and Michelle turn their camera on while they debrief from the past weekend. A few themes came up around team dynamics and the potential appearance of mean girl behaviour. What can parents and coaches do about it and what can an athlete recognize as her own responsibility in team relationships?


Attitude and Energy are what you are in control of. 

Connecting with teammates doesn’t mean you need to be besties with everyone but it does mean leading with kindness and respect. 
Team culture of playing for each other and maki...