By Christopher Nay, Public Relations, Bronxville School Foundation

March 6, 2025: The Bronxville School Foundation has provided funding for two key programs that support the mental and physical well-being of student-athletes at The Bronxville School.

In the fall of 2023, the district introduced a Mental Performance Coach for Athletics, providing an invaluable resource for student athletes. This initiative aims to equip athletes with skills to enhance their mental approach to sports, preparing them for peak performance and better handling the pressures that come with competition. 

The Mental Performance Coach led one hour sessions with varsity athletes and coaches across four groups with 20-50 students participating in each session.  Building on the successful rollout, The Bronxville School Foundation provided a grant to expand the program.  As a result of this grant, these coaching sessions were extended to include winter and spring varsity athletes.  Additionally, the funding allowed the number of sessions to increase from one to two for each cohort.  One varsity golf player commented, “I think the coach really helped me focus each shot.”

In addition to mental performance resources, The Bronxville School Foundation has also supported students by providing financial support for physical training through involvement of a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist.  A previous grant from the Foundation funded the launch of this initiative for the 2023-2024 school year.  Given the success, the Foundation continued support for this current school year. 

The Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist works directly with both middle and high school students, whether or not they participate in organized sports.  The specialist provides comprehensive training that focuses on year-round conditioning for student athletes, incorporating pre-season, in-season, and off-season phases. These programs allow for the monitoring of students’ training volume and intensity. For non-athletes, the specialist guides students in developing personalized fitness programs, promoting long-term healthy exercise habits.  A member of the varsity girls lacrosse team stated, “Coach has made an impact not only on my skills in the weight room, but my overall goals and motivation while working out.”

Both initiatives reflect the commitment of The Bronxville School Foundation and The Bronxville School to student development by helping to build both physical and mental strength across all athletic levels. These programs not only enhance athletic performance but also play a crucial role in promoting confidence, teamwork, and discipline.

If you have any questions about the Bronxville School Foundation and its grants, please contact Helena McSherry at hmcsherry@bronxvilleschool.org