Inter CT FC is proud to announce the addition of Emily Belval as the club’s new Sport Psychology Director, beginning September 2025. With a passion for athlete development and a sharp focus on performance psychology, Emily will be leading a transformative initiative designed to elevate mental skills training across all levels of sport within our club.

Working under the guidance of Marty Walker, a seasoned sport psychology consultant with years of experience in youth and elite athlete development, Emily brings a fresh, expert perspective to this innovative role.

Free Mental Skills Training Through Sport Psychology Intern Project

One of Emily’s first major initiatives will be to spearhead the Sport Psychology Intern Project, which connects Inter CT FC athletes with sport psychology interns for free introductory mental skills training. This unique opportunity offers players a hands-on experience with fundamental techniques to enhance focus, confidence, and mental resilience— key tools for any competitive athlete.

Launch of "TRAIN YOUR MIND": A Club-Wide Mental Performance Program

Emily and Marty Walker will also co-lead the launch of a brand-new professional sport psychology consultancy within Inter CT FC, titled “TRAIN YOUR MIND.” This program will be open to all athletes and families in the club, as well as the broader sporting community—including those who compete in other sports outside of soccer who need assistance with their mental skills performances.

Parents and players will have access to in-depth, personalized mental performance programming, with options to book ongoing consultations, group sessions, and tailored guidance for both competitive and recreational athletes.

Monthly Webinars for All Roles in Sport

Recognizing that every stakeholder in sport has unique mental performance needs, TRAIN YOUR MIND will offer monthly live webinars, designed specifically for:

• Athletes – Learn mental skills to perform under pressure, set goals, and build lasting confidence.
• Coaches – Explore techniques for fostering resilience and communication in young athletes.
• Parents – Understand how to support your child’s mental game and emotional development.
• Referees – Learn focus and stress management skills for effective decision-making on the field.

Each session will be tailored to its audience, delivering actionable insights and real-world strategies to support development both on and off the field.

A Groundbreaking Step in Youth Sports Development

Inter CT FC is proud to be one of the first youth soccer clubs in the country to formally integrate sport psychology into its core development philosophy. By offering this fourth pillar of player growth—alongside technical, tactical, and physical training—we aim to provide our athletes with the most complete toolkit for success in sport and life.

We are thrilled to welcome Emily Belval to the Inter CT family and look forward to seeing our athletes, coaches, and families benefit from her leadership and expertise.

TRAIN YOUR MIND is more than a program—it’s a mindset. And we’re just getting started.

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