Patrick Cohn

Sports Kids Who Focus Heavily on Their Competition Summary: Many young athletes psych out before competitions by focusing too much on their opponents’ strengths instead of their own. Julia Dreyer, an experienced equestrian and sports parent, noticed her teen daughters falling into this trap—comparing themselves to others and setting unrealistic … Read Sport Psychology Tip

What are the Guidelines for Sports Parents? Summary: Sports parents greatly influence their kids’ athletic experience. To help young athletes thrive, parents should focus on fun, support the mental game, avoid game-time coaching, and not tie self-worth to performance. Encouraging process over results helps build confidence and lasting enjoyment in … Read Sport Psychology Tip