In this podcast episode, host Mia Bencich sits down with Thea Delia to talk about the often overlooked reality of mental health in high school sports. From balancing academics and athletics to dealing with pressure, expectations, and identity beyond the game, Thea shares honest insight into what student-athletes are really navigating. The conversation highlights the importance of support systems, open dialogue, and breaking the stigma around mental health at the high school level, where the pressure to perform can feel just as intense as at higher levels of competition.