How many of us start making excuses when we find ourselves either under performing, not wanting to train, work, study or do anything? (Be sure to watch the Nike Add at the top of the full story) It’s a natural course to take as we think it provides allowance for our attitude or performance. Also, […]
I was playing golf with a friend the other day when something happened that we have all experienced before. My buddy was even after 5 holes but when we got to #6 he saw the sign in the picture to the left just 15 feet to the left of the tee box. He approached his […]
A good friend of mine was helping coach a high school basketball team in a recent tournament. They were a few players short so he took his younger son to fill in. He knew his son had the ability and would be able to contribute. Well, he did help the team and he got an […]
When discussing the mental game we’re not just talking about the mental skills needed to excel. There are other facets, one of which is the philosophical approach or view a person has about them self within their realm of performing. I’m talking about understanding why we do what we do, “why do I love playing …. ?” (more…)
The ability to focus is a major skill in any type of performance. I want to share a quick exercise you can do that will show how powerful the mind is when it is focused. I like to call it the “Ring of Focus.” Using your dominant hand make a circle with your thumb and index finger like the “OK” […]
So many times we talk about the mental game in concept, about focus or positive self talk but not in context. I want to share 2 questions I received via email from someone who has read my articles at http://www.hoopskills.com/basketballarticles.html “Performing Under Pressure” and “Winning.” I am posting those two questions and my responses, with […]
When I was younger and participating in youth sports it wasn’t uncommon to play 3-4 different sports through out the year. For example, soccer, baseball, basketball, football.. Some would even “letter” in multiple sports in high school. I think this still happens but on a much smaller scale. (more…)
