South Carolina's Maddy McDaniel Steps Away: Mental Health Comes First

South Carolina guard Maddy McDaniel has made the courageous decision to step away from basketball to focus on her mental health. In this episode of the Mid Majors Podcast, we discuss why her decision matters, the growing conversation around mental health in college athletics, and the importance of creating environments where athletes feel safe asking for help.

We also share our own experiences as former Division I athletes, discussing the pressures of balancing academics, competition, social media, and the expectations that come with playing at the highest level. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and we believe Maddy's story can help continue changing the conversation in sports.

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