“I feel like I play better when I’m calm. There is an inner peace I can tap into sometimes during my matches.” Naomi Osaka The stressors in sport are more common than you think. Even elite athletes struggle to cope with the often-grueling competition. The constant pressure to win takes a toll on their health, […]

“When you choose to compete, you make the conscious decision to find out what your real limits are, not just what you think they are.” Pat Summit The development of basketball confidence starts with your mindset and not with external sources. Certainly, affirmations are necessary from coaches and parents, but true confidence grows from a […]

“Never give up! Failure and rejection are only the first steps to succeeding!” Coach Jim Valvano Much of building basketball confidence and mental toughness stems from handling negative situations and maintaining a positive mindset with unwavering focus. Adversity occurs everywhere in life, both in and out of the gym. The mentally tough athlete realizes that […]