Meet Our Team

Founder, Head Mental Performance Coach

Sydney Nolan

Founder, Head Coach of Mental Performance

M.A., Sport and Performance Psychology

Sydney was raised in Colorado and played Division III lacrosse at Wesleyan University. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience & Behavior and is certified in Mindfulness Meditation Coaching through Dharma Moon.

Sydney earned her Master’s in Sport and Performance Psychology and is on track to receive her CMPC certification in 2025.

Her professional journey began as the Director of Partnerships and Mindfulness Coach at a mindfulness-focused athlete training company. In the summer of 2024, she interned at West Point Academy’s Center for Enhanced Performance, where she provided mental skills training to cadets.

At Snap Mental Performance, Sydney works with a wide range of athletes—from youth to professional levels—offering tools to help them thrive in both sport and life. Her work also includes supporting athletes through injury recovery, sport/life transitions, and adult athletes at both competitive and recreational levels.

With a strong foundation in both personal experience and academic training, Sydney is deeply committed to helping athletes become their best selves—on and off the field. She is a passionate mental health advocate who prioritizes well-being and fosters meaningful connections. Her mission is to empower athletes to take control of their performance and well-being, turning their minds into their greatest superpower.

Mental Performance Coaches

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  • M.A., Sport and Exercise Psychology

    Originally from the East Coast, Raegan’s path into mental performance began with a deep passion for wanting to help people thrive. She earned both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Sport & Exercise Psychology—first at West Virginia University and then at the University of Kentucky.

    Since 2019, Raegan has worked as a Master Resilience Trainer–Performance Expert with the U.S. Army, where she delivers performance-focused trainings on mindset, focus, confidence, communication, and team cohesion. Her work supports soldiers, families, and diverse groups in developing the mental skills that drive consistent, high-level performance.

    Raegan also has a strong passion for youth development. She has designed and taught programs for children, guardians, teachers, and coaches focused on emotional regulation, healthy habits, and positive social behavior. She has led mental skills training for youth sport teams, helping young athletes build confidence, belongingness, and a strong mind-body connection they can bring into both sport and daily life.

    At Snap Mental Performance, Raegan blends her background in sport psychology, leadership training, and curriculum development to support performers of all levels. She is dedicated to helping clients sharpen their mental game—enhancing focus, strengthening confidence, and building the psychological tools needed to perform at their best.

    Grounded in empathy and driven by a genuine passion for growth, Raegan strives to empower athletes, youth, and high-performing professionals to unlock their full potential—both in sport and beyond it.

Director of Athlete & Program Development

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  • Pursuing M.A., Sport and Performance Psychology, 2026

    Sara Oswald was born and raised in Pennsylvania, where her involvement in elite-level athletics shaped both her personal and professional trajectory. She went on to compete as a Division I student-athlete at Lafayette College, playing 4.5 seasons in the Patriot League while beginning her academic training in psychology. Following her undergraduate studies, Sara relocated to Colorado to pursue a Master’s degree in Sport and Performance Psychology at the University of Denver.

    Professionally, Sara works with performers across a wide range of domains and competitive levels—from cadets at the United States Air Force Academy to youth athletes in both elite and recreational settings. Regardless of a client’s age or performance environment, she is committed to providing individualized support that empowers them to reach their unique version of peak performance, both on and off the field. Sara also brings an extensive coaching background, which further informs and strengthens her applied mental performance work. 

    Sara’s experience as a high-level athlete, coach, and mental performance consultant gives her a holistic understanding of the athlete experience. Having lived the highs and lows of competitive sport firsthand, she approaches every client as a human first and athlete second. Her main goals and passion lies in helping individuals discover their inner potential, elevate their performance, and become the best versions of themselves.

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  • M.A., Sport and Performance Psychology

    Originally from Upstate New York, Anna grew up playing lacrosse and dancing before moving to Colorado after completing her undergraduate studies in Buffalo. She earned her Master’s degree in Sport and Performance Psychology from the University of Denver and is also a Certified Personal Trainer.

    Anna’s passion for sport psychology was born out of personal experience—after suffering a sports-related injury, she discovered the power of mental training in recovery. Through that process, she found strength not only in physical rehabilitation but in cultivating resilience, confidence, and a renewed connection to movement.

    At Snap Mental Performance, Anna combines her background in athletics, performance, and fitness to support athletes and performers of all levels. She is dedicated to helping clients develop the mental skills to enhance performance, overcome challenges, and find joy in their sport again.

    Grounded in empathy and driven by a genuine passion for growth, Anna strives to empower others to strengthen both their bodies and minds—unlocking their potential in sport and in life.

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