The company is a part of Antler's 3 months startup program at the moment (finishing November 2023). Short Description: MindBuddy is developing a preventive app to help young athletes aged 13-19 learn life skills, cope with pressure, and develop mental resilience, aiming to prevent mental health issues before they arise. The app combines sports psychology, tips from sports professionals, gamification, and community support to foster mental well-being. The What: We're addressing the crucial need for mental health prevention among young athletes. The combined pressure from sports, school, social media ++ can lead to stress and anxiety, potentially escalating into more severe mental health issues. This challenge affects a lot of young athletes worldwide today. Yet proactive, preventive resources are scarce. MindBuddy seeks to give these athletes tools and skills to maintain their mental health and resilience. The How: MindBuddy offers a proactive solution through several features: Education: Providing young athletes with knowledge and strategies on how to manage stress, handle pressure, and maintain a positive mindset. Gamified Learning: Interactive mini-games and activities that make learning about mental resilience fun and engaging, encouraging regular participation. Community Empowerment: A platform for athletes to connect, share tips, and support each other, building a community that reinforces preventive practices. Expert Collaboration: Working with professional athletes and sports psychologists to ensure the guidance and activities are grounded in proven preventive techniques. Accessibility: An easy-to-use mobile app that gives young athletes these preventive tools at their fingertips, facilitating regular engagement and practice. The Why: The idea for MindBuddy was born from my personal journey as a professional football player. I experienced first-hand how effective these mental techniques can be to cope with the different stressors, and seeing many young teammates struggle with the mental demands of sports and the lack of preventive resources gave me a desire to create change. MindBuddy is more than an app; it's a mission to equip young athletes with the skills and knowledge to cope with life in a healthy way. This passion to prevent mental health issues in young athletes and help them thrive both in sports and life is the driving force behind MindBuddy.