Athlete Care
A holistic approach to performance, dual careers, and long-term growth.
At NYSA Sweden, we create a supportive environment where athletes can thrive. Our Athlete Care model goes beyond football, focusing on health, well-being, and resilience. Grounded in Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD), we ensure training, education, and personal growth move forward together—supporting athletes as whole individuals on and off the field.
A Holistic Model
Developing the person, not just the player
- Athletic: training age, performance markers, injury history
- Academic & Vocational: studies, workload, career flexibility
- Psychological: resilience, identity, self-regulation
- Financial: literacy, scholarships, contracts
- Social: family, peers, team, coach relationships
- Legal & Policy: eligibility, safeguarding, visas
This multi-layered approach provides balance, resilience, and long-term growth.
Balancing Dual Career
At NYSA, we know athletes are also students, workers, and individuals. Balancing football with academics or other commitments can be challenging, so our Dual Career Balance system helps keep everything in check.
- We track key factors like training, workload, sleep, travel, and stress.
- Depending on the season, either sport or academics can take priority with flexible support.
- If signs of fatigue, injury, or stress appear, we step in quickly with the right interventions.
This way, athletes can pursue their football ambitions without sacrificing education, health, or well-being.
This way, athletes can pursue their football ambitions without sacrificing education, health, or well-being.
Pathways for Every Athlete
No matter the goal – professional football or a lifelong love of the game – NYSA helps athletes thrive at every stage.
Elite Sport: international ambitions, dual career balance
Semi-Professional: competitive play alongside study or work
Recreational: wellness, connection, lifelong activity
Transition: guidance for life beyond elite sport
Mentorship – Supporting Dual Career Athletes
Balancing competitive football with academics is challenging. Our mentoring program, led by dual-career mentor Chris Mingay and Athlete Coordinator Ben Tew, supports athletes in managing demands, building confidence, and achieving their full potential.
Structured Support for the Player
- Introductory session with purpose, structure & confidentiality
- Monthly online check-ins, tailored to busy schedules
- Evaluations at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months to measure growth
Support Beyond the Pitch
- Balance football & academics
- Build time management skills
- Explore identity and interests beyond football
- Plan for short- and long-term goals
P3RFORM
Our Performance Partner
Supporting athletes with strength & conditioning, nutrition, and performance mentoring through a digital platform.
What do athletes receive?
- Personalized programs based on goals, history & injuries
- Direct app communication with coaches
- Custom gym routines & progress tracking
- Regular reviews of workload, nutrition & recovery
- Nutrition plans for both performance & long-term health
Catapult One Pods
Smarter Training Through Data
Bringing science to every training session
Performance insights:
- Distance covered
- Sprint distances & top speeds
- Accelerations & decelerations
Data is integrated with:
- Club training loads
- NYSA training sessions
- P3RFORM strength programs
This ensures athletes train smarter, prevent injuries, and peak at the right time.
Your Development. Our Priority.
From LTAD to mentorship and performance science, NYSA Sweden empowers athletes to thrive – on the pitch, in the classroom, and in life.
500+
International athletes and coaches supported
40+
Educational programs available
16+
Countries connected with us globally