Athletes who go into an event or tournament without any expectations are more likely to perform with confidence. However it may be difficult for athletes to avoid setting high expectations throughout the tournament when they are winning and playing well. One athlete states, "I went into a match
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iPeak Coach Tips
Define What’s Important to Performance
More and more I see athlete who struggle with social approval - they worry about what others think about their performance. As a coach, you want to be aware of this challenge for athletes. Some athletes will lose confidence when others give them negative comments.
You can define what your players
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Encouraging Athletes to Trust
Sports parents should help their athletes embrace a trusting mindset for competition. To help you encourage athletes to trust, use these tips:
1. Leaving practice on the practice field, court, or course. Help young athlete become performers in competition and trust what they have practiced.
2.
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Teamwork is Key to Success
Success is a team commitment, so it is important for teammates to support each other's confidence and help them refocus when they are distracted. Have you ever noticed that when your teammates get distracted or lose confidence after a mistake? It can change momentum and affect your teams' overall
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Do You Make Comparisons to Others?
When you make comparisons to other athletes, you're focusing on what makes your competitors better and what you are missing. You're thinking of what's wrong with you, which is not good for your confidence. It's likely you don't have enough confidence in your own skills to believe you can compete
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Appreciate Your Talent, Not Others’
When athletes are intimidated by opponents they tend to take themselves out of the game before it begins. Sports is about playing every game as hard and well as possible, regardless of the opponent. You want to appreciate your special talents instead of your competitors.
To perform confidently,
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