AuthorAva Petrilli

Ava Petrilli is a senior at the University of Maryland, where she is pursuing a degree in Marketing and Public Relations. With a strong passion for the world of sports and communication, she combines her academic background with her enthusiasm for athlete representation and brand development. After graduation, she plans to attend law school with the goal of becoming a sports agent, advocating for athletes and helping them maximize opportunities both on and off the field.

It’s Time to Start Taking Stretching Seriously in Youth Sports

By Ava Petrilli
In Blog, Game Day, Mental Health, Motivational, Self Help, Workouts, Youth Sports
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Let’s be honest—a quick lap around the field and a few jumping jacks shouldn’t pass as a proper warm-up. Athletes prepare with balanced meals, carb-loading, hydration, supplements, and beyond. But when it comes to stretching? It’s often rushed, half-hearted, or skipped entirely. Ever wonder why the San Francisco 49ers have had so many non-contact injuries, especially this pre-season? They spend 3...

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Locked In: How Game Day Rituals Shaped My Mindset

By Ava Petrilli
In Game Day, Mental Health, Motivational, Youth Sports
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It’s been awhile since I stepped onto the court, the field, and the stage. I knew I wasn’t going to pursue anything in college, let alone go pro, but that never stopped me from treating every game like it was the championship. I took the game seriously– and that came with consistent rituals to get me locked and ready.  Those little habits flipped a switch in my brain. Once they were done, it...

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