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What to do with a mistake? Recognize it, admit it, learn from it and forget it. Dean Smith The journey of developing and sustaining basketball confidence requires constant attention and deliberate mental preparation. Learning to deal with losses as well as success is critical to overall mental toughness. When faced with adversity or a slump, […]
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“Never give up! Failure and rejection are only the first step to succeeding!” Coach Jim Valvano Much of building a solid basketball confidence and mental toughness stems from the ability to handle negative situations and maintain a positive mindset with unwavering focus. Adversity occurs everywhere in life, both in and out of the gym. The […]
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“Confidence is a very fragile thing, and it certainly is something that has to start with your mental approach and your ability to stay focused and not allow negative thoughts to enter into your own mind. When you’re successful, it’s easier to expect success. All of a sudden it’s not there; it becomes more of […]
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“Winners, I am convinced, imagine their dreams first. They want it with all their heart and expect it to come true. There is, I believe, no other way to live.” Hall of Fame Quarterback Joe Montana The quest for developing a strong football mental toughness begins from within the thoughts of an athlete, and not […]
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“Sometimes you’ve got to find a way. Today was one of those days. The biggest thing is how you respond. I just had to self-talk myself. It’s all about making a play.” Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade There are many components of basketball mental toughness and distractions of focus for an athlete to withstand on […]
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“To succeed…You need to find something to hold on to, something to motivate you, something to inspire you” Tony Dorsett Many athletes hold pregame superstitions and rituals as a key to success, and football players are no exception. The idea that any repeated routine can actually produce better performance is accurate when the pregame practices […]
