Navigating Social Media As A Student-Athlete: Led by Dr. Katie Peterson and Taylor Borrelli
Sun, Mar 15
|Virtual Workshop
Social media plays a huge role in today’s hockey landscape—from team culture to recruiting. This session gives players clear, practical guidance on how to protect their mental game, avoid common online pitfalls, and build a positive digital presence that supports their hockey goals.
Time & Location
Mar 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
Virtual Workshop
About the event
Social media can be a significant source of stress or a helpful tool for today’s student-athletes. This webinar brings together the expertise of Dr. Katie Peterson, licensed psychologist, and Taylor Borrelli, hockey recruiting advisor, to help young athletes understand how their online presence impacts their mental well-being, performance, and future opportunities.
In this workshop, you'll learn:
How social media influences confidence, comparison, and identity
Healthy strategies for managing screen time, pressure, and negativity
What college coaches actually look for (and avoid) online
How to build a positive, authentic digital footprint that supports recruiting
Ways to set boundaries and stay balanced during the season
This session is designed for athletes, parents, and coaches who want to approach social media with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Equip yourself with practical tools to stay mentally strong and make social media work for you, not against you.
Our Speakers
Taylor Borrelli
Girls Hockey Recruiting Advisor, served as the Regional Girls Hockey Director and Hockey Director for York Devils Girls for 2 years. During her time with York, Taylor coached the U19 girls' team, placing several athletes at Tier 1, NCAA, and ACHA schools. Taylor played NCAA Division III ice hockey for Lebanon Valley College.
Dr. Katie Peterson
Licensed Psychologist, played Division 1 hockey at the University of Minnesota, winning two National Championships. Katie Peterson, PsyD, LP, provides clinical services for a wide range of individuals. She has worked in the field for over 7 years, helping youth and adults grow and accomplish their goals. Katie uses evidence-based approaches in her work to increase confidence, improve self-esteem, create meaningful change, and achieve top performance.