Sports Psychology Articles for Athletes and Performers

Top Players on PGA and LPGA Tour Think the Same

Mental Game of Golf

The Golfer’s Mental Edge The top players on the PGA and LPGA tours think the same with their mental game of golf… I was reading the post-interviews for the McDonald’s LPGA Championship yesterday and found a quote highlighting the concept I shared with you yesterday. The tournament champion, Anna Nordqvist, reinforced what I said in my last email … Sport Psychology Article…

How to Win One Important Inner Game Battle in Golf

Golfer's Mentality

The Mental Game of Golf You must prevail with one very important inner battle if you want to play at your peak each day… Do you find it hard to stay in the moment during an important match? Does your mind race ahead to thinking about holding the trophy after the round (or running away to hide after … Sport Psychology Article…

How Pressure Causes Mental Game Woes and Lack of Fun

Golf Pressure

Are You Feeling Pressured in Your Sport? Not playing what you think is your “A” game can suck the fun right out of golf… Many of my golf students want to play well too badly. They then tighten up and actually play much worse! I see this pattern all the time…. You work your tail off, expect a … Sport Psychology Article…

How to Win Big – Sports Insights May 2009

Winning Big in Sports

Winning Big With Momentum How big do you have to win by for the game to be classified as a route? What qualifies as a mega route in sports? Does momentum play a role in a huge route? What’s the attitude you or your team needs to perform your best every play, not give up a huge lead … Sport Psychology Article…

Mental Coach Mastermind Program – Questions Answered

Master Mind

Mastermind Coaching Programs Q&A OK, so I’ve had a bunch of questions about my new mastermind coaching program for mental game coaches. I’m going to share my answers with you today… *Who can enroll in the mastermind group? Any mental game expert who already works with athletes but wants to learn from others about how to improve credibility, … Sport Psychology Article…

Why Athletes “Check Out” After Making Mistakes

Checking Out in Sports

Do You Check Out After Mistakes? OK, so I’ve received a ton of questions from athletes, coaches and parents about how to help athletes who “check out” after making mistakes in competition. Do you (or your players) have trouble keeping your head in the game after mistakes? Do mistakes compound because you’re so frustrated you can’t think clearly? … Sport Psychology Article…