Oxford, Mississippi (PSF) - The latest roundup from College Sports Wire highlights Ole Miss Rebels’ head coach Lane Kiffin’s focus on the importance of mental health in the football program. During the annual Southeastern Conference media days, Kiffin spoke about how the coaching staff incorporated mental health training into their offseason plans.

Kiffin emphasized that mental health was not a prominent aspect of coaching in the past, with the common attitude being to focus solely on practice and playing. However, he recognized the significance of addressing mental health issues among players and coaches, acknowledging the lack of tools and proper systems in place previously. The program now aims to provide education and support in this area.

The head coach also discussed the impact of social media on players and how his staff is being trained to recognize signs of mental health struggles in student-athletes. Social media can have both positive and negative effects on athletes’ mental well-being, and Kiffin’s efforts to address this issue reflect the program’s commitment to the overall health and well-being of its players.