The BDA Project

Before. During. After.

August - December 2026

The first 5 athletes participate free of charge.

BDA is a pilot project following college athletes through different phases of their journey in the U.S. — before college, during, and after graduation.

Built on insights from former college athletes, the project is centered around ongoing 1:1 conversations with Linnea who has experienced the same journey firsthand. It provides independent support outside the team, coach, and university.

The aim is to offer perspective, reflection, and support as athletes navigate the opportunities and challenges of each phase in their college journey.

A collage featuring an airplane window view of the sky, American flag, athletes playing various sports, a yellow sticky note with 'Don't forget' written, a student ID, sports equipment, and snacks, with a person in a graduation gown at the bottom.

Each athlete begins by setting individual goals that will shape their experience in the project.

We meet weekly or bi-weekly, depending on the phase, to reflect on current events, discuss challenges, and work toward the set goals. Athletes have access to reach out between sessions on their own terms.

Once a month, each athlete completes a short self-assessment. It's a simple way to reflect, check in with yourself, and track progress over time.

How it works

Want to be part of the BDA pilot?

English or Swedish speaking. All sports are welcomed.

Apply here

  • “Enjoy while it lasts.”

    - From former college athletes

  • “…håll inte tillbaka, våga chansa och gör misstag.”

    ‍- From former college athletes

  • “Stay more true to yourself. Listen but keep being loyal to yourself and the learnings you had during the upbringing.”

    - From former college athletes

  • “…ta hand om dina relationer…”

    - From former college athletes

  • “Don’t just go through the motions! Be intentional with your schedule and seek mentorship.”

    - From former college athletes

  • “…du känner din kropp bäst!”

    - From former college athletes

  • ”…I think that if I would have put less focus on the things I needed to improve and more focus on improving the things I was already good at. I think I would’ve done better for myself!…”

    - From former college athletes

  • “När du har ont, vila.”

    - From former college athletes

  • “Ta en sak i taget. Uppmärksamma det du gör bra varje dag, istället för att vara självkritisk och se det negativa!”

    - From former college athletes

  • “Det är okej att inte vara bäst på allt hela tiden…”

    - From former college athletes

  • “There is so much more to life than a college career. Relax. Sit back. Enjoy the ride.”

    - From former college athletes

  • “…det är lätt att fokusera på nästa match, nästa termin eller nästa mål, men i efterhand inser jag hur mycket man växer längs vägen…”

    - From former college athletes