Youth athletes pressure and kids psychology articles for athletes, sports parents, and team coaches to improve performance and how to deal with pressure.
Athletic Identity Hurts Kids in Sports especially when athletes’ identities are wrapped up in sports, they can experience pressure and high expectations. What’s more, they might become disappointed if they go to college and are no longer the stars they were on their high school teams, said Zedralyn Butler, author … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Building Confidence in Young Athletes Can Sports Build Character in Athletes?. It’s a myth that participating in youth sports will build character in young athletes, say Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski, authors of “Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports.” The problem: There are too many variables … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Build Confidence in Kids Summary: Sports build a child’s confidence by teaching them that confidence is not genetic but a skill developed through effort and practice. When kids train consistently, improve weak areas, and commit to growth, their confidence rises. Confidence grows as young athletes set goals, track progress, and … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Our brain tends to lean toward negativity and could inhibit your focus on mental health. “The brain doesn’t understand today the difference between protecting us from a lion or a snake and protecting us from emotional states,” said Debbie O ‘Connell, president, Live Positive and Golf Positive and vice president, LPGA Northeast … Read Sport Psychology Tip
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
How do you Deal with Disappointment as an Athlete Summary: Disappointment is unavoidable in sports, but how young athletes handle it determines their growth. When kids let disappointment linger, it drains confidence, motivation, and focus. The key is to process the setback, identify lessons, and apply them in future practices … Read Sport Psychology Tip