In this episode, we confront the pressing issue of mental health in collegiate athletics, prompted by alarming dropout and suicide rates among NCAA student-athletes. Despite lavish investments in physical facilities, mental health resources for athletes remain sorely neglected. Colton Underwood, former professional football player turned TV personality and advocate, sheds light on this issue, drawing from his own experiences with mental health struggles and public coming out. Through his Colton Underwood Legacy Foundation and their initiatives like the TEAMS Act, Colton aims to bridge this gap, advocating for mental health parity in sports. We explore his journey, from his journey in sport to his current role in mental health advocacy in college sports and beyond. Join us as we dive into Colton's advocacy work, discuss the TEAMS Act's potential impact, and explore how listeners can support the cause, paving the way for a healthier future for student-athletes.
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