2024 Impact Report:
Athlete Experience
Athlete experience is at the heart of everything the USOPC does. Approaching athlete wellness holistically helps the team perform at their best on and off the field of play. In 2024, we continued to level up our support, from expanded mental and physical health services to new investments in research, prevention and innovation. New tools like the Agora communication platform simplified how athletes and National Governing Bodies (NGBs) connect with benefits, while on-site services at trials, training centers and in Paris offered critical, real-time support. We also piloted new initiatives in long-term rehab, sleep and injury prevention to elevate readiness and recovery. Athlete feedback gathered through our most comprehensive listening efforts to date is already informing what’s next. Together, these efforts reflect a more proactive, personalized approach – one that empowers every athlete to feel supported, seen and set up for success.
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Well-Being and Safety#
In 2024, the USOPC elevated athlete well-being through increased resource offerings. At Olympic and Paralympic trials and during the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, support systems were more accessible, more visible and more trusted than ever. With experienced teams on the ground and expanded services in place, athletes knew their physical and mental health were top priorities, allowing them to compete with confidence and peace of mind.
Well-Being and Safety
Medical and Psychological Services Support
USOPC medical providers had 17,500+ encounters at training centers and 5,000+ onsite at the Games, plus 1,200+ psychological services sessions in Paris. Post-Games surveys showed athletes rated psychological services among the best USOPC offerings.
Mental Health and Performance#
Mental health remained a vital part of the athlete experience in 2024, with more Team USA athletes actively seeking support and leveraging the USOPC’s expanded services than ever before. From trials to Paris 2024, on-site providers met athletes where they were, offering care, guidance and a familiar presence. With enhanced screenings, dedicated funding and growing awareness, the USOPC further elevated mental well-being as a key driver of both performance and personal strength.
Mental Health and Mental Performance
Advancing Mental Health Screening
Ahead of Paris 2024, all athletes were screened with the Sport Mental Health Assessment Tool (SMHAT) for concerns like anxiety, depression, sleep and more. Over 50% were flagged for follow-ups, and all received care.
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Team USA Family Fund
Launched in 2024 with support from USOPC donors, the Team USA Family Fund assists athletes in navigating the dual challenges of elite competition and early parenthood. The fund provides grants to help cover essential expenses such as postnatal recovery, childcare, infant supplies and feeding support to help athletes focus on training and competition with fewer financial and logistical burdens.
In its first year, the Family Fund awarded grants to 34 Team USA athletes who were new parents with children under 24 months. This initiative reflects the USOPC’s commitment to supporting athletes holistically through investing in their dreams on and off the field.
Research and Collaboration#
The USOPC continued to lead with purpose on a global scale through advanced research and expanded provider networks to elevate athlete care throughout the year. Hosting the IOC Research Meeting for the first time was a defining moment that marked a new level of international collaboration. The USOPC also made strides in areas like sleep, concussion care and women’s health, turning insight into meaningful action. This work reflects our focus on constant evolution to meet the needs of athletes and strengthen the systems that support their success.
Sharing Learnings
Women’s Health Research
The USOPC advanced research through its Women’s Health Task Force and Female Athlete Voice Project, a landmark survey co-designed with athletes. The findings shape care around recovery, birth control, menstrual health and performance for women.
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Athlete Listening and Sentiment
The 2024 Athlete Listening Survey captured responses from nearly 700 Team USA athletes across 59 NGBs, offering insight into what’s working and opportunities for growth.
83%
Value USOPC support
76%
Satisfied with USOPC resources
68%
Satisfied with sports medicine clinics
67%
Satisfied with career & education services
Top Rated
Pride in being a Team USA athlete
Post-Games Survey Results
Following the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the USOPC conducted its most comprehensive delegation survey to date, capturing feedback from 12 key stakeholder groups, including athletes, NGB staff, donors, volunteers and fans. Created in partnership with a third-party research firm, the results from this first-of-its-kind effort are a powerful testimony of Team USA’s united, athlete-first approach. Athletes and delegation members shared high praise for their experience, with satisfaction ratings that highlight the strength of our preparation, the quality of our care and the deep pride in representing Team USA.
The data is energizing, but it’s just the beginning. These insights also help identify areas where we can continue to improve the Games experience for all stakeholders. We’re building on this foundation as we look ahead to Milan-Cortina 2026, Los Angeles 2028 and beyond.
Over 90%
of all delegation members reported satisfaction with the USOPC’s physical safety support
93% / 98%
of Olympic / Paralympic athletes were satisfied with the High-Performance Center
Psychological services
were one of the highest-rated USOPC services by both Olympians and Paralympians
"Paris 2024 was truly unforgettable. From the moment I arrived, I felt so supported – not just as an athlete, but as a person. The USOPC and the team behind the scenes made sure we had everything we needed to perform at our best. Our NGB staff, coaches and medical teams worked tirelessly, and I’m beyond grateful for their dedication. Representing Team USA on the world’s biggest stage never gets old, and Paris made it more magical than ever."
— Oksana Masters, Paralympic Cyclist and Nordic Skier
Success off the Field#
Athlete success isn’t just measured in medals – it’s built over a lifetime. Through education, career development, marketing tools and more, the USOPC’s Athlete Development and Engagement Services help Team USA athletes thrive during and after their competitive careers. While USOPC-driven media engagement opportunities and campaigns promoted athlete brand building, programs like 1:1 Career Coaching and Pivot prepared athletes for successful futures beyond Team USA. In 2024, more athletes than ever accessed these resources. Most Team USA athletes opted into the Athlete Marketing Program (AMP), and dozens began tuition-free degree and certificate programs through the new Guild online learning offering. These services build lasting impact through every stage of the athlete journey, including life after competitive sport.
Athlete Development and Engagement Services
Guild Partnership
Launched as one of the most impactful education benefits in sport, Guild offers 300+ tuition-free and low-cost degree and certificate programs. To date, 513 athletes have signed up, 130 enrolled and 37 graduated.
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