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Olympic Athletes’ Mental Skills

by Coach James

To reach the Olympic level in sports, an athlete must certainly be in top physical form. So what mental skills do Olympians need to possess?  Continue Reading

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What Makes Champion Athletes?

by Coach James

Who is your all-time favorite star athlete? Whoever came to mind, I bet you admire them because they have great physical skills and they are thrilling to watch. Continue Reading

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How Can I Be A Team Leader?

by Coach James

I am playing for my high school team, and my coach said he wants me to “take a leadership role”. Even though I’m one of the best players on my team, I don’t know if I can produce enough to really help my team win. Continue Reading

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The Language of Confidence

by Coach James

The language we use programs our brains. Mastering our language gives us a great degree of mastery over our lives and our destinies. Continue Reading

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Championship Thinking: Build Confidence With Strategies That Really Work

by Coach James

Wouldn’t it be grand if we could just wake up in the morning, brush our teeth and put on our confidence for the day?

Well, for those of us who don’t have a drawer full, here are 4 simple strategies that will help you build confidence. Continue Reading

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The Importance of Confidence (Even Cockiness) In Goal Keepers

by Coach James

The goal keeper position often involves long bouts of inactivity followed by short, urgent bursts of peak performance.

What’s more, goal keepers are more often judged on their failures than their successes. Continue Reading

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