Joe Tilley

“1 In 4 Athletes On Your Team Is Struggling Right Now — And Nobody’s Talking About It”

Nick Rothwell breaks down the sobering reality of mental health struggles in professional sports — estimating that roughly 25% of players on any given team are dealing with substance use, gambling addiction, or other coping mechanisms at any time. He highlights how the unique pressures of athletic life — travel, isolation, family separation — drive players toward hidden behaviors like gambling (which leaves no smell on the breath) or herbal substances like kratom. The core message is that players will simply not report to coaches, captains, or GMs out of fear of losing their spot, being judged, or even losing their job entirely. Retribe fills this void by offering a completely confidential, non-judgmental, peer-to-peer support ecosystem where athletes who have lived these experiences support one another — creating a level of trust and honesty that even professional therapists sometimes can’t achieve.
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