Host: Tyrone Brooks, Guests: Dr. Yarlie Nicolas and James Jones
From ABCA Podcast by American Baseball Coaches Association
June 1, 2026 · 40 min · Episode 501
About this episode
This episode continues the discussion on mental health in sports, featuring insights from experts on maintaining well-being in competitive environments.
We’re continuing our discussion from last week's episode as we hand the microphone back over to Tyrone Brooks for Part II of our two-part mental health series. Brooks is a key member of the ABCA’s Frank Robinson BATS (Building Accessibility Through Support) Committee and serves as Senior Director of Workforce Development for Major League Baseball. Joining him for this important conversation this week are Dr. Yarlie Nicolas and James Jones. Dr. Nicolas is a Human Performance Consultant and Mental Health Strategist who works with leaders, athletes, and organizations to thrive in high-performance environments while prioritizing mental well-being. Jones, a former Major League player, now serves as Mental Performance Coordinator for the Texas Rangers, helping athletes develop the mental skills necessary to perform at their best. Together, they explore the challenges of maintaining mental health in competitive environments, the importance of support systems, and practical ways to prioritize well-being while pursuing excellence. As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode serves as an important reminder that none of us are alone. If you or someone you know needs support…
People in this episode
Host: Tyrone Brooks
Guests: Dr. Yarlie Nicolas, James Jones
Topics covered
- mental health
- sports performance
- support systems
- high-performance environments
- well-being
- Mental Health Awareness Month
Keywords
- mental health
- sports
- performance
- support systems
- well-being
- athletes
- crisis lifeline
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Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Major League Baseball, Texas Rangers, ABCA, Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
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