ABOUT
What is Calico Youth?
Grounded in research, personal experience, and a Master’s in Sport and Performance Psychology, we equip youth athletes with three key skills (see below) to build resilience in sport, and most importantly, life!
(Recommended for youth ages 12 -16)
Accountability
Teaching athletes to take ownership of their effort, choices, and follow through, even when motivation fades.
Confidence
Helping athletes respond to setbacks and pressure so challenges become growth opportunities.
Consistency
Building daily habits that create the discipline and momentum needed to excel in sports, school, and beyond.
What's included in the Pilot?
1
Live Classes!
One engaging group video call per week focused on mindset, habits, and more. Applicable stories/lessons for sports, school, and daily routines.
2
Interactive Content!
Daily short-form videos and interactive content designed to be fun, educational, and age-appropriate.
3
Fun Community!
Spaces for open and supportive discussion. All interaction is moderated to ensure safety and positivity across the community.
4
Weekly Newsletter!
Update on what is being taught, combined with cited sources and research relevant to the Sports Psychology and our mission.
OUR TEAM
Meet the Founders
Three childhood best friends and teammates devoted to make an impact. (hover over their pictures to see them as kids in youth sports!)
Mitchell Olsen
As a former athlete who struggled with the pressure of expectation, I understand the hurdles young competitors face. I hold an M.S. in Sport and Performance Psychology, specializing in the youth sport landscape. By combining research with experience mentoring youth, DI, and DII athletes, I offer a well-rounded perspective on growth. My goal is to help athletes build the resilience and mental skills needed to improve while prioritizing their overall enjoyment of the game.
Tommy Truman
Growing up, I loved sports — but I battled anxiety that made the pressure feel overwhelming. I was blessed with mentors who taught me how to face challenges head-on and build real confidence, one day at a time. Those lessons changed my life.
Now, I’m passionate about helping young athletes develop the same mindset and resilience that helped me! I also love spending time with my wife… and eating way too much pizza.
Crew Peterson
As the youngest of four boys, sports were my whole childhood. However, at age 12, anxiety and pressure started showing up. As I tried to ignore them and push through, I became so burnt out with both sports and school. This reflected in grades and performance.
After high school, through service and building businesses, I finally learned the skills needed to be more resilient. Now, my goal is to make resilience training mainstream in youth sports and develop a program I can put my own baby boy in when he grows up!
