Parent: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
Beliefs and Expectations: Beliefs and expectations are powerful drivers of human behaviour. They influence our thoughts, feelings, and actions. They can either help us achieve our goals or hold us back from reaching our full potential. In football, beliefs and expectations play a crucial role in determining a player’s performance. A player’s mindset, or their […]
Players: The Power of Yet
Believing in the power of “Yet” will shift your mindset from Fixed (I can’t do this) to Growth (I can’t do this yet). Here is how you can break it down. The “Power of Yet” Concept Frame “Yet” as a bridge between where you are now and where you want to be. The Problem: When you […]
Players: Handle Hard Better
Being able to ‘Handle Hard Better’ is a skill that separates elite players from the rest. Building mental and physical resilience is a process that can be broken down into actionable steps. Here are the steps to help you ‘Handle Hard Better.’ Reframe Your Mindset The way you perceive perceives difficulty changes how […]
Parent: The Gritty Footballer
Grit is about determination, resolve, resilience, discipline, self control, persistence and a willingness to do whatever it takes to achieve important goals. Research psychologist Angela Duckworth defines grit as the combination of perseverance and passion for the pursuit of long-term goals. Enthusiasm is common but endurance is rare. Being ‘Gritty’ is hard […]
Parent: Self-Care
Helping your son/daughter achieve their football dream is a marathon, not a sprint. Practicing self-care will help you avoid the risk of ‘parental burn-out’ and enhance your ability to support your son/daughter on their football journey. What is Self-Care: Self-care is the deliberate, ongoing practice of taking actions to maintain and enhance your […]
Players: Self-Care
To perform at your best you need to practice self-Care. A talented youth football player can practice self-care through a combination of physical recovery, mental well-being strategies, and maintaining a balanced lifestyle. What is Self-Care: Self-care means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health […]
Parents: The Well Rested Footballer
Research has demonstrated that sleep is paramount for a footballer to be healthy in mind and body. The Importance of Sleep for a Youth Football Player: 1. Physical Recovery and Performance Enhancement Sleep is crucial for the physical recovery of football players. During sleep, the body undergoes various physiological processes that promote healing and muscle repair. Human […]
Parents: Fuelling the Footballer
Football is a sport that demands peak physical performance. To achieve and sustain this, proper nutrition is paramount. Parents are pivotal to ensuring their son/daughter receive the right nutrients to support their performance and overall well-being. Well-planned eating practices help Football players to train hard, stay healthy and injury-free, and compete at their best. Nutritionists advise […]
Parents: Player Emotional Regulation
A Players’ emotional regulation acts as a foundational skill that directly influences their performance, decision-making, and long-term enjoyment of the sport. It helps young players manage stress, bounce back from mistakes, and maintain focus, reducing anxiety. It is a critical component of mental toughness and long-term development. Tips to help your son/daughter stay composed […]
Players: The Mental Game
Research shows that 90% of a player’s performance is mental. Eli Straw is a leading sports performance coach in the USA. View his videos: Optimistic Thinking Mental Toughness Relaxation Under Pressure Calming Your Mind Optimistic Thinking You need More Optimistic Thinking as an athlete. 7:31 minutes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GpYRN0dVGF4&t=146s Mental Toughness. 7:35 minutes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ac8OQAyYW2s&t=3s 3 […]