Sport & Performance Psychology

Every champion faces doubt — the 3F Mindset helps you rise above it.”

The Psychology of Champions

Faith: Believing in your preparation and potential, even when circumstances test you.

Focus: Channeling your energy and accountability toward what matters most — not just effort, but execution.

Forgiveness: The resilience to reset, refocus, and rise again after mistakes, losses, or setbacks.

Start applying the 3F Mindset today — build the faith to trust your process, the focus to perform under pressure, and the forgiveness to rise stronger after setbacks.

Workshop & Training Focus Areas

(Youth & Middle School Athletes)

Building Confidence, Character, and Calm Under Pressure


The Junior Zone is where champions are shaped early. This stage focuses on helping young athletes develop confidence, discipline, and emotional control. Dr. Mark teaches them how to handle anxiety, nerves, and the fear of failure through fun, interactive training that builds resilience and focus. Parents love that their kids learn not just how to compete—but how to enjoy the process and manage stress in healthy, faith-anchored ways.

(High School & College Syudent Athletes)

Balancing Pressure, Purpose, and Performance


For student-athletes, the demands are high—school, sports, identity, and social pressure. The School Zone equips them with mental tools to balance academics and athletics, build confidence amid competition, and stay grounded through stress, anxiety, and expectation. Using the In The Zone Method, Dr. Mark helps young men and women compete with clarity, manage peer pressure, and maintain emotional and spiritual health while pursuing excellence.

(Youth & Middle School Athletes)

Building Confidence, Character, and Calm Under Pressure


The Junior Zone is where champions are shaped early. This stage focuses on helping young athletes develop confidence, discipline, and emotional control. Dr. Mark teaches them how to handle anxiety, nerves, and the fear of failure through fun, interactive training that builds resilience and focus. Parents love that their kids learn not just how to compete—but how to enjoy the process and manage stress in healthy, faith-anchored ways.

(Youth & Middle School Athletes)

Building Confidence, Character, and Calm Under Pressure


The Junior Zone is where champions are shaped early. This stage focuses on helping young athletes develop confidence, discipline, and emotional control. Dr. Mark teaches them how to handle anxiety, nerves, and the fear of failure through fun, interactive training that builds resilience and focus. Parents love that their kids learn not just how to compete—but how to enjoy the process and manage stress in healthy, faith-anchored ways.

(High School & College Syudent Athletes)

Balancing Pressure, Purpose, and Performance


For student-athletes, the demands are high—school, sports, identity, and social pressure. The School Zone equips them with mental tools to balance academics and athletics, build confidence amid competition, and stay grounded through stress, anxiety, and expectation. Using the In The Zone Method, Dr. Mark helps young men and women compete with clarity, manage peer pressure, and maintain emotional and spiritual health while pursuing excellence.

(Youth & Middle School Athletes)

Building Confidence, Character, and Calm Under Pressure


The Junior Zone is where champions are shaped early. This stage focuses on helping young athletes develop confidence, discipline, and emotional control. Dr. Mark teaches them how to handle anxiety, nerves, and the fear of failure through fun, interactive training that builds resilience and focus. Parents love that their kids learn not just how to compete—but how to enjoy the process and manage stress in healthy, faith-anchored ways.

Book Dr. Mark Crear

Whether addressing corporate executives, coaches, educators, or faith communities, Dr. Crear’s speaking engagements inspire real transformation. Invite him to your next event to help your audience Find, Get, and Stay In The Zone.

Audience Takeaways

Each presentation equips audiences with the clarity, courage, and confidence to perform with excellence.

A renewed sense of direction and motivation.

Practical tools to perform under pressure.
Inspiration to pursue excellence with purpose and passion.

The Mark Crear Experience

Dr. Crear doesn’t just speak — he connects.
Every message he delivers is infused with authenticity, humor, and heart. Whether addressing executives, athletes, or faith communities, his storytelling inspires people to think deeper, believe stronger, and act bolder.

“Dr. Crear’s message re-energized our leadership team. His blend of psychology and purpose gave us practical tools to lead with clarity and confidence.”

Karen Ellis

Senior Director, National Institutes of Health

“His story reminded us that faith and focus aren’t separate from success — they’re the foundation of it.”

Rev. Michael Torres

Faith Leadership Summit

“Mark’s session with our student-athletes was pure gold. He connected instantly and left them believing they could push beyond every barrier.”

Lynn Swann

USC Athletics Department

“He doesn’t just speak — he ignites something in people. Our managers still quote his line: ‘Perform with purpose, not pressure.’”

Alicia Grant

VP of Talent Development, Horizon Manufacturing Group