Lewis Hatchett: A Journey with SportsProsConnect and Resilience in Sports
Introduction: Lewis Hatchett’s Journey with SportsProsConnect
Meet Lewis Hatchett, a former professional cricketer who has built a remarkable journey with SportsProsConnect. As a mental performance coach and app creator, he now focuses on supporting the mental well-being of athletes. Despite facing a career-ending injury and the challenges of his rare condition, Poland Syndrome, Lewis has transformed his journey into one that inspires athletes around the world, making a profound impact on the sports world.
The Lewis Hatchett Journey with SportsProsConnect: From Cricket to Coaching
Mark Wylam: Good afternoon, Lewis! It’s great to have you as our guest today. To start, could you tell us a little about yourself and your background in the sports world?
Lewis Hatchett: Absolutely! I was a professional cricketer for Sussex here in the UK, and I played for six years. However, a back injury forced me to retire at 26. Even though I was born with Poland Syndrome and told I couldn’t play sports, I achieved a lot as a pro cricketer, and that’s something I’m really proud of. Now, I work as a mindset and mental performance coach, host the Raising Your Game podcast, and created the MindStrong Sport app. Additionally, my journey with SportsProsConnect has allowed me to collaborate with like-minded athletes and coaches.
The Inspiration Behind the Lewis Hatchett Journey with SportsProsConnect
Mark: Thanks for sharing that, and congratulations on a fantastic cricket career! Now, we’d love to hear more about MindStrong Sport. What inspired you to create this app?
Lewis: MindStrong Sport was developed out of the growing demand for mental performance and wellness resources for athletes. Consequently, we saw a need to offer an affordable app that delivers mental skills, meditations, mindset courses, breathing exercises, and more. This makes it easier for athletes to build resilience both on and off the field. As a result, we hope to empower athletes with the tools they need to excel, no matter the challenges they face. And, of course, this journey continues to be strengthened through my connection with SportsProsConnect.
The Growing Impact: Partnerships and Success Stories in the Lewis Hatchett Journey
Mark: That sounds fantastic! I understand that MindStrong Sport recently launched and announced partnerships. Could you tell us who the app is aimed at and what these partnerships involve?
Lewis: Certainly! Our partnerships include organizations like Big 12 conference colleges in the U.S., various universities in the UK, and even tennis academies. These partnerships allow these organizations to provide the app to their athletes, adding tremendous value to their programs and helping them stand out in the sports industry. Moreover, the app’s reach is expanding rapidly, and we’re excited to see the positive impact it’s having. This journey has truly been enhanced by these valuable collaborations, especially with SportsProsConnect.
The Birth of MindStrong Sport: A Personal Journey that Led to SportsProsConnect
Mark: How did the idea for MindStrong Sport come about?
Lewis: It was really inspired by my own experience. When I was an athlete, I had a psychologist, but I didn’t have tools for daily mental skills practice. I often felt embarrassed to ask for help, so I began exploring yoga, mindfulness, and meditation on my own. Eventually, I saw a big improvement in my performance and well-being. Later, through my podcast and studies in performance psychology, I noticed the lack of mental training resources for athletes. That’s when I decided to create MindStrong Sport. In other words, the app was born out of my personal journey, and now it’s helping athletes worldwide. And with the support of SportsProsConnect, we’re able to reach even more athletes who need these tools.
Success Stories: How the Lewis Hatchett Journey with SportsProsConnect is Helping Athletes
Mark: That’s such a great initiative! Can you share some success stories or examples of athletes and coaches who have used the app?
Lewis: Yes, of course! We work with athletes from many sports, including professional football, cricket, and athletics, as well as juniors who are still developing. One recent example is İpek Öz, a professional tennis player from Turkey. Her mental skills coach, who also works with Naomi Osaka, wanted her to start meditation as part of her training. She hadn’t found anything that resonated with her until she discovered MindStrong Sport, which she’s been using ever since. In addition, we continue to receive positive feedback from athletes in all stages of their careers. And it’s through our collaboration with SportsProsConnect that we’re able to share these success stories with a wider community.
Why SportsProsConnect is the Perfect Fit for the Lewis Hatchett Journey
Mark: While we’re here to discuss the app, could you explain why you chose to partner with SportsProsConnect and why it was a good fit for your business?
Lewis: Absolutely. Since I started working with a junior ITF tennis player this year, I noticed the mental challenges involved in tennis. I wanted to explore how MindStrong Sport could make a difference in that space. SportsProsConnect’s community-driven focus aligned perfectly with our mission, giving us a platform to reach the athletes and coaches who need this kind of support. Furthermore, the collaborative environment has been invaluable for us as a business, allowing us to connect with like-minded individuals. My journey with SportsProsConnect has been instrumental in this.
Quickfire Round with Lewis Hatchett: A Glimpse into His Journey
Mark: Finally, let’s end with a quickfire round!
- Favourite Sportsperson: Rafa Nadal
- Dream Holiday Destination: Barbados
- Favourite Film: Interstellar
- What do you do to relax? Gym, golf, beach walking, and playing guitar.
- Ideal Car: My VW Tiguan!
- Longest Flight: Australia
- Favourite Drink: Cappuccino
- Favourite Sport outside cricket: Golf
- Car color: White
- Random Fact: I have Poland Syndrome, a rare condition.
Conclusion: A Future Fueled by the Lewis Hatchett Journey with SportsProsConnect
Mark: Thanks so much for chatting with us today, Lewis! SPC is thrilled to partner with you and MindStrong Sport. For anyone interested in downloading the app or exploring partnerships, where should they go?
Lewis: You can download MindStrong Sport at onelink.to/mindstrongsport, and for partnership inquiries, visit mindstrongsport.com/partnerships
Lewis’ personal profile on SPC
