What is your biggest motivator as a soccer player? Do you prioritize personal goals or team goals? If your team consists of 28 players chasing their individual goals with little interest in the team’s overall objectives, your team will underperform, both individually and collectively. Imagine a soccer team where players … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Mental Keys to am Elite-level Competitive Mindset Most soccer players see themselves as “competitive” athletes. Without a doubt, a player who competes is a competitive athlete. But what vaults a soccer player to the next level or to become an elite-level competitor? As with anything, repetition is the key to … Read Sport Psychology Tip
How to Accomplish New Skills For example, if you never started a soccer game in high school, what can you do that gives you a chance to become a starter in college? Or if you never beat a rival soccer team, what gives you the belief that you can beat … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Does It Bother You When Others Overly Criticize You? Let’s face it, there is no shortage of criticism for athletes. Parents, coaches, teammates, friends, and social media frequently express their opinions: If you listen to the naysayers long enough, you will buy into their negativity and question your ability, talent, … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Are You Willing to Make Sacrifices to Succeed? Do you have the determination to overcome the obstacles along the way? Most soccer players would answer “Yes” to both questions, but they back down and lose heart when hit with adversity. Adversity shows up in many forms: Injury, loss of playing … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Are You in Peak Physical Condition? Soccer players, coaches, and trainers understand the importance of staying in shape and pay particular attention to physical conditioning during training and practice sessions. If you are not at peak physical condition, you give an advantage to your opponents. You will lack the speed … Read Sport Psychology Tip