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“Nothing he achieved was inevitable. In the arc of his life, we see a man who earned his place in history through struggle and shrewdness, persistence and faith. He tells us what’s possible not just in the pages of dusty history books, but in our own lives as well.” President Barack Obama The past week […]
“Those kids get hyped up so much that if they meet that level, well that’s what they were supposed to do. It’s near-impossible to meet that level of hype. Then, they’re viewed in a negative sense. That’s so hard.” Marquette men’s basketball coach Buzz Williams Although the NBA’s draft is over six months away, there […]

“I’m not perfect. But I am trying every day to concentrate on being better.” Allen Iverson Most basketball players who find success on the court learn the importance of goals in developing mental toughness and growth in their game. The mind’s ability to focus drives the body’s ability to perform at a higher level. Process […]

“When you’re playing against a stacked deck, compete even harder. Show the world how much you’ll fight for the winners circle. If you do, someday the cellophane will crackle off a fresh pack, one that belongs to you, and the cards will be stacked in your favor.” Pat Riley All basketball players experience obstacles and […]

“When you choose to be a competitor you choose to be a survivor. 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 a solid basketball confidence starts from within your mindset, and not with […]

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, […]
