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Helping Kids Perform in Poor Weather

Do Your Athletes Do Well in Poor Weather? When the weather outside is rainy, snowy, cold or windy, it can be difficult for young athletes to stay focused. For example, young tennis players often feel their mental game sink during hot temperatures, and they’re distracted early in the competition. Some … Read Sport Psychology Tip

How a Pregame Routine Helps Young Athletes Focus

Pregame Routines in Youth Sports It’s easy to assume that an all-star guard like Pavin Parrish of the Rochester Rockets doesn’t face mental game challenges. The truth is, he battles with challenges like jeering, doubt, and worry every day-even though he has made his mark by scoring an average of … Read Sport Psychology Tip