A new multi-year U.S. Soccer partnership with meditation and mindfulness app Headspace will see every member of the USWNT receive a personalised mental training programme ahead of the Women's World Cup this summer as they look to retain the title won in 2015.
The three-year deal has been agreed between Headspace, U.S. Soccer and Major League Soccer, promising to provide 'thousands' of app subscriptions each year to U.S. Soccer and MLS players, coaches and staff to help strengthen their mindfulness and meditation skills.
"Not only will this partnership help all of our players' performance on the field, but it will also have significant impact on their wellness off the field," explained U.