Introducing MindRondo
Academic and Athletic Consulting

mental resilience, academic strategy, and college prep for the whole athlete.

Clear guidance and real tools to help student-athletes plan, grow, and compete with confidence.

prepare to play

Welcome to MindRondo, where student-athletes and their families receive tailored, actionable support. Consulting services that are designed to help you navigate the challenges of balancing academics and athletics—offering expert guidance at every stage of the journey.

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Let’s stop hoping for a future. Let’s build it.

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Meet Brittney

Hi, I’m Brittney Ruggieri—a counselor, former Division I soccer player, and NCAA coach, now specializing in student-athlete development and college planning. I combine my background in athletics, school counseling, and clinical mental health to help students build confidence, navigate transitions, and find balance between sport and academics. Based in North Carolina, I work with student-athletes and their families to provide personalized support for every stage of the journey—from mental fitness and academic guidance to recruiting prep and college applications.

Whether you're just starting to think about your future or in the thick of the application process, I’m here to help you prepare to play—in college, in life, and in everything that comes next.
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"Brittney was consistently transparent and genuine with me throughout the entire recruiting process. Her guidance was invaluable—she offered not only practical advice but also deep insights that made navigating the complexities of recruitment so much smoother."

Paige Frasz class of 2025

Gardner Webb Women’s Soccer, NCAA Division 1

Our Services

  • Providing youth athletes clear actionable steps to help student-athletes strengthen their ability to navigate challenges—whether it's academic pressure, injury or any type of athletic setback

  • Creating tailored strategies to help athletes improve their skills, set realistic goals, and manage the pressures of sports and school

  • If you're eager to give your child a head start on college preparations, I offer specialized support tailored to different grade levels, designed to set the foundation for future success and navigate the recruitment process

  • Reframe this often stressful experience into a positive, empowering process for your child. Together, we will explore possibilities and build a partnership that ensures your student feels prepared and confident at every step

Mindrondo blog

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Coach’s Climate: The Team Nervous System🧠
Coach’s Climate: The Team Nervous System🧠

When you drop your child off at practice, you're not just leaving them with a coach—you’re placing them inside another nervous system.

A team isn’t just a collection of players 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️—it’s a living, breathing emotional environment. At the center of it all? The coach. Their tone, body language, and ability to stay regulated sets the emotional climate that every athlete trains in.

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⚽ Playing Through the Storm: Ananya’s Journey of Grief, Grit & Growth 🌧️💪
⚽ Playing Through the Storm: Ananya’s Journey of Grief, Grit & Growth 🌧️💪

"From Setbacks to Comebacks — Mental Health Support for Athletes."

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Every Athlete Deserves the Right Arena: Jack’s Story 🧢⚾️
Every Athlete Deserves the Right Arena: Jack’s Story 🧢⚾️

When you drop your child off at practice, you're not just leaving them with a coach—you’re placing them inside another nervous system.

A team isn’t just a collection of players 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️—it’s a living, breathing emotional environment. At the center of it all? The coach. Their tone, body language, and ability to stay regulated sets the emotional climate that every athlete trains in.

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