Elevation Sport & Performance Consulting in the Media
Featured coverage of Dr. Mike Berrebi’s work with athletes
Why 70% of Kids Quit Sports by 13
Dr. Mike Berrebi joins host Megan Ranville on The Middle podcast to unpack why so many young athletes walk away from sports by age 13 — and what parents, coaches, and the athletes themselves can do to keep the game fun, healthy, and worth staying in.
Watch the Full Episode The Middle with Megan Ranville · Jul 2026How to Protect Athletes’ Mental Health
Dr. Mike Berrebi discusses the importance of mental health support for athletes — covering strategies for managing pressure, building resilience, and creating environments where competitors can thrive both mentally and physically.
Beyond Skills: Solon High Athletes Embrace Mental Health
A follow-up to The Gazette’s earlier reporting — Solon’s athletic director reflects on nearly a year of working with Dr. Berrebi, from new confidence on the wrestling mat to mindfulness with the girls soccer team and a culture shift around mental health across every sport.
Solon High Athletes Get Schooled in Mental Health
The Gazette covers the launch of Dr. Berrebi’s pilot program at Solon — the first time he worked with an entire athletic department, teaching the girls soccer team breathing strategies, cognitive behavioral skills, and how to challenge negative self-talk.
Inside Student-Athletes’ Yearlong Recovery After ACL Reconstruction
The Daily Iowan examines the physical and emotional toll of ACL injuries on collegiate athletes, featuring Dr. Berrebi’s perspective on the psychological side of recovery — from managing fear of reinjury to rebuilding confidence through the long road back to competition.