The University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Netball Trinidad and Tobago (NTT), to develop and enhance psychological skills of NTT's national team members, through customised sport psychology programmes. This MoU emphasises UTT's commitment to ensure the versatility of its graduates.

The collaboration will offer focused support to NTT by conducting specialised research in sport psychology, psychological assessment, and mental skills training. These pursuits will then provide opportunities to enhance the performance of NTT's national team members in the areas of Research in Sport Psychology, Psychological Testing and Mind Management Skills. The partnership also aims to foster an environment of ethical excellence in all psychological practices, as the guidelines specified by the Association of Applied Sport Psychology will be observed - which are also fundamental components of UTT's operations.

Professor Stephen Joseph, Acting President, stated, "We are excited about the potential outcomes of this collaboration and its alignment with UTT's vision, to bridge academia and community development through innovation and strategic partnerships". Ms Sherry-Ann Blackburn, President, NTT, also underscored the importance of developing the holistic athlete. She also lauded the University's efforts, as the collaboration demonstrates the power of communities sharing a common goal to provide a stronger foundation for athletes.

Through this partnership, both UTT and NTT are dedicated to advancing sports psychology as a core element of athlete development, and supporting national athletes in reaching their full potential.

Strengthening partnerships for athletic excellence: UTT's Acting President, Professor Stephen Joseph and Ms Sherry-Ann Blackburn, President, NTT, formalize their commitment to enhancing psychological skills of the country's national players, through newly signed Memorandum of Understanding.