“I know that I’m never as good or bad as any single performance. I’ve never believed my critics or my worshippers, and I’ve always been able to leave the game at the arena” Charles Barkley Why do some of the most intelligent athletes limit their success? It all goes back to the unconscious — negative […]

I never looked at the consequences of missing a big shot…when you think about the consequences, you always think of a negative result. Michael Jordan The successful basketball player understands the critical role that free throws play in the strategy to win games.  A player with basketball confidence uses mental toughness to maintain consistency both […]

“I continually stress to my players that all I expect from them at practice and in the games is their maximum effort” John Wooden The outcome in a basketball game is generally influenced by tactical training, physical preparation, and the psychological makeup of the team. While the first two factors are easily understood, the latter […]