"The pressure and expectations... felt overwhelming. Watching her endure chemotherapy while I tried to stay focused on school and football challenged me mentally and emotionally. It was heavy in ways that are difficult to put into words."
"As a young Black man and athlete, asking for help felt like climbing an uphill battle. It required vulnerability and trust."
"I am expected to lead, stay composed, and carry responsibility for my team."
"Beneath cultural norms, we are naturally inclined to reach out for support when we struggle-up to a point."
Dante Moore, Oregon quarterback, expressed struggles with mental health during his early college career, compounded by his mother's cancer treatment. He described the overwhelming pressure of leading a Division I football program while managing personal challenges. Moore highlighted the difficulty of asking for help, particularly as a young Black man, feeling it required vulnerability and trust. He emphasized the societal expectations placed on athletes to remain composed and responsible, which can hinder open discussions about mental health and support.
Read at Psychology Today
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