The Hidden Opponent

My name is Matteo Samori and I am biking 240 miles from the University of Maryland Baltimore County to Times Square New York City for mental health awareness. I'm raising money to benefit The Hidden Opponent, and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

More information about The Hidden Opponent: We are an accredited non-profit and advocacy group that raises awareness for student-athlete mental health and addresses the stigma within sports culture. We empower athletes around the world to face the hidden opponent together.

Hi everyone! As Mental Health Awareness month approaches, I will be committing to running/walking 100 Miles for Mental Health between May 1st-May 31st. My goal is to raise as much money as possible support and provide resources to those who struggle in silence. All donations will go directly towards The Hidden Opponent -

“The Hidden Opponent is the leading non-profit organization for athlete mental health advocacy, education, and support. We provide accessible resources and unite a global community to empower athletes to prioritize their mental health and shatter the stigma within sports culture.”

1 in 5 people struggle with Mental Health at some point in their lives - that’s one person in every line change. As a former athlete, current coach, and every day teammate to those around me, please know how much your support matters to those around you

I'm excited to share that I'm raising money for The Hidden Opponent as I train for the Boston Marathon! This incredible nonprofit advocates for student-athlete mental health, ensuring that no athlete struggles in silence. As a Campus Captain at American University in 2022-2023, I saw firsthand the impact of their work—providing resources, fostering community, and breaking the stigma around mental health in sports. Every athlete deserves the support they need, and your donation helps make that possible. Join me in giving back to those who give their all on and off the field!

Hello, I am Kiele Sanchez, a senior at University High School in Greeley, Colorado. I have been an athlete all of my life, I started playing soccer when I was 9 years old and just recently committed to Clarke University to continue playing in college. In my soccer career, I have learned a lot about mental health whether that comes from pressure or injury. In my 8th grade year, I had knee surgery and through that time of recovery I struggled a lot mentally and that is why I decided to make my senior project based on awareness for mental health surrounding athletes. For this project I plan on raising and donating money to a Non-profit foundation called The Hidden Opponent. I hope for my project to raise awareness of the importance of understanding mental health for athletes no matter age or level.

Want to join me in making a difference?

I'm raising money to benefit The Hidden Opponent, and any donation will help make an impact towards resources and support for student athlete mental health.

Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

More information about The Hidden Opponent: We are an accredited non-profit and advocacy group that raises awareness for student-athlete mental health and addresses the stigma within sports culture. We empower athletes around the world to face the hidden opponent together.

Want to join me in making a difference in student-athlete mental health? I'm running the Richmond Marathon on November 12th to raise money to benefit The Hidden Opponent, and any donation will help make an impact. As a former D1 and USA athlete, this organization means so much to me. Any donation, no matter the size will help support this organization!

More information about The Hidden Opponent: We are an accredited non-profit and advocacy group that raises awareness for student-athlete mental health and addresses the stigma within sports culture. We empower athletes around the world to face the hidden opponent together.

Every year the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater Women's Soccer team chooses a cause to dedicate one of their games to. This year the chosen cause is mental health. All proceeds are being donated to the Hidden Opponent which is a non-profit organization that advocates, educates and supports student-athlete mental health. It was founded in 2019 by Victoria Garrick, a former Division I athlete. She shares her battles and creates a safe place to spread awareness and addresses the stigma within sports culture. The hidden opponent has different programs for student-athletes to create conversation, find support, and feel less shameful about their battles.

Mental health in general is a serious topic and is not talked about enough. In this past year, we have seen an increase in devastating mental health battles among athletes across the world. Educating, advocating, and supporting student-athletes during such demanding times is extremely valuable and helps lessen the stigma within sports culture.

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Want to join me in making a difference? I'm raising money to benefit The Hidden Opponent, and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

More information about The Hidden Opponent: We are an accredited non-profit and advocacy group that raises awareness for student-athlete mental health and addresses the stigma within sports culture. We empower athletes around the world to face the hidden opponent together.

As a mother of 4 of athletes, a high school guidance counselor and volleyball coach, an elite endurance athlete competing in triathlon, I understand firsthand the struggles that athletes contend with and the stigma associated with asking for help. I am on a mission to make mental health as regularly treated as a physical injury. 

Please join the Macalester Women's Soccer team as we work to raise money for The Hidden Opponent—a non-profit committed to raising awareness and advocating for student-athlete mental health and combatting mental health stigma in sports culture. Running a 5k a as team benefits THO and their causes, allows us to stay engaged with issues outside of ourselves, and connects us even as we are apart during the summer. Thank you in advance for your contributions and support of Mac Women's Soccer and student-athlete mental health!

As an ex-collegiate athlete who had her own mental health struggles, this project and fundraiser is close to my heart.

 

We’re extending the mental health conversation well beyond Mental Health Awareness Month. During the month of June, with the support of and collaboration of Rhone , I will be tackling a 5K every day to raise funds for The Hidden Opponent . We’re calling it the 5K Challenge for Mental Health.

 

While one can make a significant impact alone, we can make an even greater impact when we unite. Members of the Rhone team have committed to run (walk, bike or row) their own 5K this month, and we’re challenging you to do the same.

 

Commit to tackling your own 5K (or more!) during the month of June and if you can, I encourage you to make a donation of any amount (every penny counts!). Every single dollar raised will go directly to The Hidden Opponent to support their work and their mission.

 

Together, we can take strides to not only change the stigma around mental health in sport but to support collegiate athletes everywhere–mind, body and soul.

 

Don't forget to join our 5K Challenge for Mental Health Strave Run Club  for accountability and community! Read my full story here and get more details about the project.

 

 

More information about The Hidden Opponent: We are an accredited non-profit and advocacy group that raises awareness for student-athlete mental health and addresses the stigma within sports culture. We empower athletes around the world to face the hidden opponent together.

 

 

 

Five NCAA student-athletes have died by suicide in the last two months alone. Five lives lost too soon. Please join me in raising money to benefit Hidden Opponent Inc, a non-profit and advocacy group fighting to raise awareness around student-athlete mental health. Over the next month, between now and the USA Track and Field 10k Championships on May 27th, I will be working to raise $10k in the fight for mental health and suicide prevention among student-athletes.

 

The Hidden Opponent is listed as a resource in Kobe Bryant's book "Geese Are Never Swans" and he was an early supporter of this non-profit before his passing in 2020. The Hidden Opponent is focused on advocacy to amplify the voices of student-athlete mental health experiences, education to bring awareness to mental health struggles, and support/creating a safe community for people to feel heard and loved. Any donation will help make an impact in fighting this current mental health crisis.