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Mental health is just as important as physical prowess when it comes to athletes performances and there are a number of unique challenges faced by Pasifika sportspeople. Dr Caleb Marsters, has just completed a PhD dedicated to researching the mental health and well-being of young Pacific athletes. Photo: Supplied Pacific communities love to celebrate the success of their athletes, but there are positives and negatives associated with professional sport. Top players are reaching the elite levels of sport at a younger age, and there is increasing pressure on youth to perform earlier. The focus on younger players getting bigger, faster and stronger has often overshadowed discussions around how to cope with the mental challenges of sport. ....