Back in the Game | Sports Performance Program
ROB BUMBACO LCSW, CMCSports Performance Programs for Individuals and Teams
Back in the Game Recently Featured In Bridges Magazine
Back in the Game is a program of The Better Institute®
What is Back in the Game®?
Back in the Game® is a sports performance program designed to help athletes develop the mental skills necessary to take their game to the next level. We’ve identified six core mental skills that are critical to developing a mental edge and amplifying talent. We provide coaching sessions to teams and private lessons to individual athletes based on these core skills. Back in the Game harnesses game-changing expertise to help athletes out-perform the competition and build on success.
Back in the Game: A Sports and Mindset Podcast is designed to help athletes develop the mental skills necessary to perform at their best.
Program Results
Athletes in Back in the Game® Report
20% increase in mental skills knowledge and application
47% decrease in major depressive symptoms
18% decrease in performance anxiety symptoms
Coaches Report
Improved team cohesion
Athletes were better able to handle the ups and downs of a long season
Athletes learned how to focus on what’s important during the game
Athletes were better able to move on from mistakes
Benefits
Advance sports performance via proven strategies that build confidence, increase motivation, improve focus and manage performance anxiety
Level out the ups and downs of competition and learn how to effectively cope with success and failure
Access resources and personalized feedback through assessments and exercises that target six core areas of mental skill development
Work with teammates to improve team chemistry, leadership skills, and goal-directed behavior.
Get Started with Back in the Game®
Back in the Game® offers individual athletes and teams help in developing the mental skills necessary to take their game to the next level.
Individual Online Course - $399 per year or $39 per month
Includes personalized assignment feedback, 8 module course, mental skills development and mental health/at-risk behavior education, virtual group monthly, 3 face to face virtual meetings
Team Coaching - $2,000
Personalized team online course, 3 coaching sessions for coaches and or players- minimum 20 players
*Additional team and individual sessions upon request
Advanced Team Coaching - $4,500
8-month program includes personalized team online course, monthly team meetings-minimum 20 players
*Additional team and individual sessions upon request
Contact Back in the Game® to Get Started
Contact
rob@betterinstitute.com
(412) 343-0613
The Back in the Game® Team
Rob Bumbaco, LCSW, CMC
Back in the Game® was developed by Rob Bumbaco, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Mental Coach, and former Division 1 athlete. During his time playing competitive hockey, Rob noticed gaps in the support and services available to his fellow athletes. Combining his mental health training and experience on the ice, Rob has created a suite of tools to achieve optimal athletic performance.
Rachael Isaac, MSW, LSW
Rachael is a full-time mental health counselor and performance coach. She completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology at Franciscan University of Steubenville. Rachael obtained her Master’s Degree in Social Work (Clinical Specialization) from the University of Pittsburgh. She is a Licensed Social Worker and has received additional advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Rachael is a former competitive figure skater and dancer. She has specialized in performance skills training throughout her life, education, and career. Rachael has worked with athletes and organizations to help them achieve their sports performance goals. Her areas of expertise include mindfulness training, goal setting, and confidence-building.
