by goodpep | Mar 23, 2020 | Athletes, Parents, Soccer, Youth
How to Cope with COVID-19 Sports Cancellations Many are feeling a great deal of loss in response to COVID-19 sports cancellations and restrictions. And anytime you experience a significant loss in your life, it is important to be aware of your emotions and manage them...
by goodpep | Sep 10, 2018 | Athletes, Brain, Development
The Mental Game It is undeniable that there is a major “mental” component to competitive sports, but what does that really mean? And better yet, how can you improve your players’ “mental” game? It is widely accepted to break down sports into four distinct areas...
by goodpep | Jun 27, 2018 | Athletes, Brain, Psychology, Youth
“I think too much;” The Detriment of Being Labeled as an Overthinker Have you ever been told that you think too much? Or feel anxious because you can’t seem to stay focused during a competition? As a competitive athlete, you may already know the value of staying in...
by goodpep | May 11, 2018 | Athletes, Brain, Psychology
Have Your Ever Celebrated Too Early? Have you ever had the experience where you feel so good about your performance that you start celebrating in your head, thinking, ‘I’ve got this in the bag!’ . . . but then all of the sudden your opponent starts to rally and you...
by goodpep | Mar 6, 2018 | Coaches, Parents
The Value of a Sport Psychologist for the iGeneration It is no secret that the competitive sport environment demands a great deal of mental toughness, yet so many players fail to enlist a professional sport psychologist. Instead, they rely on personal experience and...
