Recognized as one of America's best sports psychologist, Gary Mack accomplished much among our nation's elite athletes throughout his lifetime. He worked with teams such as the Seattle Mariners, Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Chicago Cubs, Arizona Cardinals, and among athletes such as Alex Rodriguez. Aside from having been an incredible sports psychology professional Mack went on to write a best selling book with David Casstevens, a former Arizona Republic columnist, called Mind Gym: An Athlete's Guide to Inner Excellence. His powerful messages were sent through this book which received much praise from not only some of our world's elite athletes, but from coaches, teachers, students, etc. Although a book focused on athletics, the ideas Mack attempts to convey are applicable to many aspects of our daily lives. I believe that is why he has become such a powerful influence on many people. Also dedicated to the world of music Mack began helping ASU music students achieve success by applying the same ideologies he so often preached to athletes. Mack died from coronary heart disease on October 7, 2002 at the age of 58. In commemoration of Mack the ASU School of Music at Herberger College announced the Gary Mack Music Scholarship which is given to students that represent the same values Mack had. As a sports psychologist of the Arizona valley, Mack continues to inspire people both locally and nationwide (Brennan).
Brennan, Mary. “Press
Releases.” Herberger Institute. Arizona Board of Regents, 19 Dec.
2002. Web. 24 Jan. 2012.
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