“A Blank Slate”: Preparing for Tokyo 2021 During COVID-19

This article presents a case study of an applied consultancy experience with WL, Olympic athlete preparing for Tokyo 2021. WL sought psychological support after decreases in performance and well-being forced them to consider their future as athlete. COVID-19 the lockdown United Kingdom were highly influential process, providing opportunity explore identity absence sport. framed emergence from “Blank Slate,” which was critical moment allowing “find themselves on off mat.” The sport psychologist’s existential philosophy is presented discussed detail. Furthermore, reflections are provided by WL’s strength conditioning coach about referral process themself efficacy interventions. importance supporting both person performer when working aspiring athletes also discussed.