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As studies toward athlete mental health are on the rise, the college works to bring in trained mental performance consultants to support varsity teams.

College invests in sport psychology programs for athletes

By Tess Ferguson, Staff Writer December 6, 2022
Mental performance consultants at the college, who are professionally trained in athletic psychology, are largely aiding student-athletes in developing mental, life and self-regulatory skills.
Leading by Example: High jumper thrives with training group

Leading by Example: High jumper thrives with training group

By Jack Murray, Sports Editor February 5, 2019
Junior high-jumper Estelle Yedynak has endured much success in her tenure with the Bombers, as well as being a fantastic leader for her teammates.
Greg Shelley, an associate professor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences, leads the Leadership Academy, which was implemented two and a half years ago at Ithaca College.

Professor discusses leadership academy and sports psychology

By Danielle Allentuck, Sports Editor November 14, 2016
Greg Shelley, associate professor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences, is in charge of the Leadership Academy, which help athletes from all teams develop into better leaders and athletes.
From left, junior forward Shayna Gaskins and junior guard Kiera Murray battle for the ball during a women's basketball practice Nov. 5 in Ben Light Gymnasium.

Women’s basketball squad hopes to dominate Empire 8 this year

By Nick Fustor, Contributing Writer November 11, 2015
Despite losing four seniors to graduation, the women's basketball team looks poised to make another appearance in the Division III NCAA Tournament.
Ithaca College student-athletes address LGBT issues on campus

Ithaca College student-athletes address LGBT issues on campus

By Christian Araos, Senior Writer April 8, 2015
Bomber athletes have differing opinions on the way the Athletics Department addresses LGBT issues.

Editorial: Campus climate problematic for student athletes

April 8, 2015
Athletic communities are often under fire for a lack of inclusivity, whether in terms of race, gender or sexuality.
Greg Shelley, associate professor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences, heads the new program developed for student-athletes on all varsity sports teams.

Department of Intercollegiate Athletics implements leadership academy

By Miles Surrey, Sports Editor September 23, 2014
Sports Editor Miles Surrey talked with associate professor Greg Shelley about the athletic department's new Leadership Academy.
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