Athletics are one of the most powerful classrooms: research shows student-athletes have higher GPAs, stronger attendance, and are more likely to pursue leadership roles. Yet studies also find that nearly 40% of high school athletes report lacking consistent mentorship, and only 1 in 4 programs provide structured mental skills training. At the same time, consistent micro-goals, like daily wellness challenges, are proven to increase long-term habit retention by over 60%. That’s why our cohorts pair weekly live mentorship sessions with Olympians with daily touch points, challenges, and behind-the-scenes video updates. By weaving evidence-based practices into the rhythm of training, we help coaches reinforce resilience, build team culture, and keep athletes motivated all season long.

We welcome athletes under the age of 19 from any sport and from all across the U.S. While each Olympian brings expertise in a specific discipline, their lessons on grit, motivation, and resilience apply to athletes of every background. All that’s required is excitement, commitment, and a readiness to grow.

Note: Athletes under 13 will need a parent or guardian’s permission and assistance to set up their account on our group messaging platform.

Nope! The program is designed for you to train with whatever resources you already have—whether that’s a full gym, a track, or just your living room. Research shows it takes about 66 days to build a habit, and our focus is helping you create lasting habits that stick, no matter where you train.

Our programming—developed with nationally certified group fitness instructors, mindset coaches, and insights from the Harvard Department of Psychology—equips athletes to grow stronger on and off the field. It doesn’t replace coaching; it amplifies it by building consistency, better habits, and a mental edge through Olympian mentorship. The Back The Team focus is on the holistic athlete.

Note: For private cohorts, programming can also be personalized to meet the specific needs of a team and/or school.

Yes! Every cohort includes live mentorship sessions with your Olympian where you’ll have the chance to ask questions directly and learn from their journey in real time. Beyond that, Olympians share regular video updates inside the group, and you can respond with your own questions or reflections.

The time commitment is light—just 5–10 minutes a day. It’s a supplement to the training you already do. Daily touchpoints are designed to fit seamlessly into your routine while making you even stronger, more consistent, and more focused.

Yes, this group is private and moderated, and all members must agree to clear community guidelines. We focus on keeping the community positive, respectful, and growth-oriented so all athletes can thrive.

Back The Team is led by Amy Wotovich, a former USA Diving competitor and Harvard graduate who represented the Crimson at the NCAA D1 Swimming & Diving National Championships.

She is joined by a dedicated team handling operations, athlete partnerships, and program design, with advisors bringing experience from organizations such as NBC, Red Bull, the Harvard Innovation Labs, the International Olympic Committee, and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee. Together, this team delivers authentic athlete-to-athlete mentorship and believes in the power of sport to inspire boldness, discipline, and fuel big dreams.

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We welcome partnerships with athletic clubs and schools and also offer group discounts. Please email us directly at info@backtheteam.org if you are interested.

Please contact us at amy@backtheteam.org and we will get back to you as soon as possible!