Sports parenting and youth sports psychology articles for sports parents of young athletes to improve mental game and performance in kids
Without grit and discipline, young athletes won’t be successful, said Cary Knox, retired head coach and author of I Believe, which explores the legacies of Illinois sports legends. “You have to be gritty to be successful in just about anything you do,” he said. “You have to have a willingness to get … Read Sport Psychology Tip
If people who lead in youth sports—coaches, team captains, players and parents—are emotionally intelligent, they’re well-suited to lead a team through its ups and downs. In fact, emotional intelligence competencies are better predictors of how well kids and adults will do in sports and their careers than IQ, said Caleb Chambliss, a … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Posting notes at home, trying hypnosis and passing a ball from the left hand to the right are three ways sports kids can combat negative thinking. These techniques are designed to help kids’ minds switch from negativity to positivity, said Ignacio Segovia, a psychologist, certified hypnotherapist and mental performance coach who … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Cathy Spaas was a professional equestrian show jumper at a young age and knows what it’s like to suffer from pressure. Spaas was riding international shows at the age of 14, but, in response to pressure from her dad, began to feel like she was never good enough. “I think I … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Welcome to the Sports Psychology Podcast by Dr. Patrick Coach of Peak Performance Sports Dr. Cohn and Georgia Miller, CMPC discuss the challenges sports parents face with young athletes and how to make sports a better experience. Learn how to spot mental game challenges in athletes, what to say before and after games, and … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Young athletes with high expectations often get frustrated when they don’t meet their expectations. Mike Mancini, a certified mental performance coach, explains how to set process goals and gives an example. The aim is for young athletes to focus on staying grounded in the moment, not on the score, stats … Read Sport Psychology Tip