STEVEN UNGERLEIDER Obituary

UNGERLEIDER--Steven. On March 18, 2023, Steven Ungerleider, PhD, age 73, passed away from pancreatic cancer. He was a renowned sports psychologist, author, and film producer. Ungerleider was born on June 14, 1949, in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and made significant contributions to both sports psychology and film production. These contributions were made through his philanthropic efforts at the Foundation for Global Sports Development. He dedicated his life to understanding the psychological factors that influence athletic performance and was widely recognized for his pioneering work in the area of anti-doping and combating the use of performance- enhancing drugs in sports, the importance of fair play and fighting for justice for athletes. In addition to his work in sports psychology, Ungerleider was also a prolific film producer, who produced several award-winning documentaries on a variety of topics, including sports, culture, and human rights. He was a passionate storyteller and used the medium of film to shed light on significant issues and inspire change. Ungerleider received his PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Oregon. He was a fellow of the Western Psychological Association as well as a member and fellow of the American Association of Sports Psychologists. He also received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the field of sports psychology and was a member of the International Olympic Committee. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations to strive for excellence and to pursue their passions with integrity and purpose. Ungerleider is survived by his loving family, including his partner Joanna Rice, his daughters Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider and Ariel Ungerleider Kelley and their husbands Ed and Tim, and his grandchildren, Mackenzie and Jacob. A service for Ungerleider's family and close friends will be held in his memory. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to End Well: endwellproject.org or Corazon Healdsburg: corazonhealdsburg.org.