OnBalance Welcomes Liberty University to the Athletes OnBalance Leadership Council
LYNCHBURG, VA (April 3, 2025) — OnBalance, the pioneering provider of AI powered mental health intelligence for athletes, announces Liberty University Athletics as the newest member of the Athletes OnBalance Leadership Council.
As a member of the council, Liberty University joins a select group of collegiate athletic programs committed to using intelligence to advance proactive mental health strategies and champion holistic athlete development. Known for its competitive success across multiple NCAA Division I sports, Liberty enhances the council with a strong focus on leveraging intelligence to elevate athlete care and performance.
"By joining the Athletes OnBalance Leadership Council, we are deepening our commitment to equipping care providers with actionable intelligence and data to guide decision-making and improve student-athlete outcomes," said Ian McCaw, Vice President and Director of Athletics at Liberty University. "We are excited to collaborate with like-minded, data-driven leaders who prioritize proactive care and innovation in student-athlete well-being."
"Liberty’s commitment to sports science to optimize athletic and physical performance, aligns with our mission to deliver AI intelligence in mental health care management leading to predictors for return to play," said Walt Norley, Founder and CEO of OnBalance. "Our platform empowers care teams with the insights they need to support athletes at every stage, reinforcing our shared commitment to improving outcomes."
The Athletes OnBalance Leadership Council is comprised of collegiate athletic programs that are dedicated to setting the standard in athlete mental health care. Council members collaborate to share best practices, contribute to product innovation, and help shape mental health solutions tailored to the evolving needs of student-athletes.
"Insight, actionability, and measurable outcomes are foundational to everything we do," Norley added. "Our mission is to provide care teams with AI-powered intelligence that improves case management outcomes and gets athletes back to performance faster. We envision a future where mental and physical health metrics work together to support well-being at every level of sport."
As the council continues to grow, OnBalance remains focused on building a robust, collaborative community of institutions committed to transforming mental health care across collegiate athletics.
About OnBalance
OnBalance is an AI-driven mental healthcare intelligence platform designed to convert data into actionable insights for proactive care management. Founded by a former Division I quarterback and designed in collaboration with a leading behavioral specialist in collegiate athletics, the platform aims to empower athletic departments with data-driven intelligence and establish new standards for mental healthcare in collegiate athletics. This results in improved outcomes, optimized athletic performance, and institutional accountability. The OnBalance platform complies with all relevant NCAA guidelines, HIPAA regulations, and industry standards. All data is handled with care to ensure privacy and accountability at every level. To learn more about the platform and its capabilities, visit www.onbalancehealth.com.
About Athletes OnBalance Leadership Council
The Athletes OnBalance Leadership Council is a collective of forward-thinking leaders dedicated to enhancing mental healthcare for student-athletes through AI-driven insights. The council equips providers with innovative resources and best practices to improve athlete care, while fostering an environment that reduces the stigma around seeking mental health support.
About Liberty University
Liberty University, located in Lynchburg, Virginia, is a nationally recognized private university and one of the largest Christian universities in the world. Competing in NCAA Division I athletics as a member of Conference USA, Liberty is home to more than 600 student-athletes across 20 varsity sports. The university is known for its commitment to academic excellence, competitive success, and the holistic development of its student-athletes. To learn more about Liberty University Athletics, visit https://libertyflames.com.