While young athletes gain a variety of positive mental health benefits from playing sports, pressures from highly competitive play can also pose mental health challenges.

Listen in as ‘Winning Is Not Everything’ podcast host Sean Jensen has a fascinating conversation with Minnesota Vikings linebacker Brian Asamoah II on his experience with mental health in youth, college, and professional sports. An advocate, Asamoah brings a unique perspective as he discusses his experiences and the importance of prioritizing mental health in youth sports.