Albany Rush youth soccer players recently had the opportunity to learn from Dr. Bob Hoople, a highly respected Sport Psychology Consultant and Assistant Professor in Applied Psychology at SUNY Cobleskill. Dr. Hoople, who leads DBH Sport Psych Consulting LLC, has dedicated his career to enhancing the mental performance of athletes, teams, and professionals across various fields.

With over 15 years of university-level teaching experience and extensive work with individual athletes and teams, Dr. Hoople’s expertise in Sport and Performance Psychology has helped competitors sharpen their focus, build confidence, and perform under pressure. He has also worked in coaching and consulting roles, supporting not only athletes but also businesses, healthcare professionals, paramedics, and law enforcement personnel in high-stakes environments.

Certified by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology as a Mentor for the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) certification, Dr. Hoople brings cutting-edge strategies in mental resilience and performance enhancement to the athletes he works with.

During his session with Albany Rush, Dr. Hoople provided invaluable insights on mental toughness, handling game-day pressure, goal-setting, and maintaining focus in competitive situations. Players walked away with practical tools to elevate their performance both on and off the field.

Albany Rush is grateful for Dr. Hoople’s time and expertise in shaping the next generation of athletes, ensuring they develop not only technical skills but also the mental strength necessary for success.