Counterpoint: The Best Possible Outcome for an Athlete is NOT Winning

Of course winning is a goal, but it shouldn’t be THE goal. Winning is NOT the best possible outcome. The best possible outcome for an athlete is to become better in the process of winning. In other words, just because you won doesn’t mean you got better. This is an important mindset for athletes to […]

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When Pushing Athletes Too Hard Breaks the Spirit: A Plea to Parents

A child who never learns to chase their own dreams will grow up only knowing how to run from yours. Imagine watching your child go through the motions—playing the game, running the drills—but with a look of emptiness behind their eyes. What was once their passion is now just a chore, and the fire that […]

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The 3-Step Pre-Game Routine You Need to Maximize Focus and Reduce Anxiety

Focus is not about shutting everything out; it’s about directing your energy toward what matters most. It’s the ability to control your attention and concentrate on the task at hand, despite external distractions or internal noise. Scientifically, it involves activating the brain’s prefrontal cortex—the area responsible for decision-making and goal-directed behavior—while quieting the amygdala, which […]

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