Sport Psychology 411

Common Concerns

  • “I am a good player, I want to be GREAT!”
  • “I want to learn more about how to train my mind, I know it’s important but I don’t know what to do.”
  • “I perform well in practice but not in games.”
  • “My coach tells me to relax, but I don’t know how.”
  • “My son just doesn’t seem as competitive as some of his teammates. Can you help?”
  • “I know I’m good, but I worry a lot about making a mistake.”
  • “I don’t have confidence in myself.”
  • “I hate to practice, but I know it’s important.”
  • “This is a long season, how do I keep my team motivated?”
  • “My daughter puts a lot of pressure on herself, I’ve told her it’s just a game but she still stresses herself out.”
  • “My team has a lot of drama. What can I do to bring them together?”
  • “Our team lacks leadership. Can you help?”
  • “I used to be able to do a back handspring but I seem to have lost it. Can you help me get it back?”