Updates on the International Relations Committee
Three years have flown by, and it’s hard to believe this is my final month as chair of the International Relations Committee (IRC)! My heartfelt gratitude goes to my past…
Welcome to the home of the
International Relations Committee
of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology
Barbora Kijasová, MA, CMPC
IRC Chair (Jan 2026 – present)
Association for Applied Sport Psychology, USA
Welcome to the AASP International Relations Committee (IRC)’s website!
After serving this Committee for six years, it is a true honor to step into the role of Chair in January 2026, following the outstanding leadership of Karen Lo. My academic and professional journey—from undergraduate studies in Psychology in Hawaiʻi to a Master’s degree in Sport & Performance Psychology in Colorado—has reinforced a core belief central to AASP: that growth as professionals and as humans is strengthened through collaboration, ethical practice, and global connection. I am grateful for the opportunity to continue serving this community and to support excellence, integrity, and inclusion within our field.
The IRC brings together AASP sport psychology professionals from across the globe, representing diverse cultures and backgrounds, with a shared commitment to strengthening and connecting our field.
This website serves as an open resource for international members and colleagues, supporting those who study and practice sport psychology. Through biannual newsletters, we highlight voices from the international community, relevant research, emerging trends, and practical insights from scholars around the world.
With gratitude,
Barbora Kijasová
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“The Days, Months, and Years after a Final Game.”
This research article examines the experiences of Canadian student-athletes as they transition out of competitive sport. Melissa Paré and Jill Tracey discuss the challenges these athletes face during retirement and…