What started as a small mindset training initiative with two teams at Keiser University has grown into a performance development program impacting more than 150 student-athletes across multiple Seahawk programs.
Dr. Lorenda Beuker, professor and Director of Mindset & Team Success at Keiser University, has been leading innovative work focused on strengthening the mental and leadership side of sport performance. As a performance expert working directly with athletes and teams, her work integrates applied research with practical strategies that help athletes and coaches navigate pressure, recover from setbacks, and build stronger team cultures.
A former Team Canada goaltender and NCAA Division I coach at Princeton University and St. Lawrence University, Dr. Beuker brings a unique combination of elite playing experience, coaching insight, and academic research to her work in athlete development.
At Keiser University, she has developed and implemented Beuker’s Athlete Performance Training (B-APT), a structured mindset training approach designed to strengthen athlete coping skills, resilience, and overall well-being while also improving coach–athlete communication and team dynamics.
The initiative has expanded steadily through workshops, team sessions, and applied research examining how mindset training can be implemented in scalable ways across collegiate athletics.
As Director of Mindset & Team Success, Dr. Beuker continues to lead this growing effort, helping athletes and teams develop the mental strength, leadership, and awareness required to perform and thrive in high-performance environments.
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In this engaging and interactive session, Dr. Beuker introduces the concept of Present Body Awareness using a competitive game of tic-tac-toe. Collegiate Golf athletes participate in the challenge, navigating both external and internal factors that influence their performance. Through this exercise, they gain a deeper understanding of mindfulness, focus, and body awareness in high pressure situations.
Success in sports hinges on the synergy of team cohesion, athlete coachability, a resilient mindset, and the holistic approach known as "The Process," which emphasizes athlete empowerment, effective coach-athlete communication, and the relentless pursuit of excellence both on and off the field.
Keiser University students recently enjoyed the opportunity to gain insights from leaders in sports management, marketing, health, and competitive and collegiate athletics as they enjoyed a Women in Sports Panel.
