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2100 Pontiac Lake Rd 41W
Waterford, MI 48328

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Managing Sports While in College

Date:

02/19/2026 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

This workshop will discuss the importance of balancing academics and athletics in college, providing strategies for success.

  • Challenges
  • Time Management: Balancing practice, games, and study time
  • Academic Pressure: Maintaining grades while fulfilling athletic commitments
  • Physical and Mental Fatigue: Dealing with exhaustion and stress
  • Social Life: Finding time for friends and extracurricular activities
  • Academic Support
  • Resources: Utilizing tutoring services, study groups, and academic advisors
  • Communication: Keeping open lines with professors about athletic commitments
  • Study Skills: Effective note-taking, active reading, and test preparation techniques
  • Mental Health and well-being
  • Stress Management: Techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, and counseling
  • Balanced Lifestyle: Importance of hobbies, socializing, and downtime
  • Support Systems: Utilizing friends, family, and campus resources for emotional support
  • Strategies
  • Self-Discipline: Importance of self-control and motivation
  • Flexibility: Being adaptable to changes in schedule or unexpected events
  • Goal Setting: Short-term and long-term academic and athletic goals
  • Prioritization: Using tools like to-do lists and outlook
  • Scheduling: Creating a balanced weekly schedule that includes study, practice, and rest

Presenter: Kourtney Rouser, Oakland80


Questions? Contact: oaklandcountymiworks@/

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Oakland ThriveOakland Thrive is a transformative force in Oakland County, dedicated to nurturing local businesses of all sizes.  We focus on bridging economic disparities, fostering inclusive growth, and ensuring equitable opportunities by leveraging a network of diverse partners. Oakland Thrive isn’t just about business success; it’s about creating and maintaining strong, vibrant communities. Our goal is a thriving, inclusive economy where every business, big or small, has the tools and support to flourish.
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