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The Effect Sports Psychology Has On A Young Athlete

April 16th, 2008

Here’s the link to this article on FairGrader.com.
To fully understand sport psychology, we must ask ourselves two very important questions, first, what is sport psychology and second, who is it for Put in the most simple way, sport psychology can be an example of psychological knowledge, principles, or methods applied to the world of sport. […]

The 10 ‘Deadly’ Mistakes Athletes Make With Their Pregame Attitude

March 22nd, 2008

The following comes from Peak Performance Sports by Dr. Patrick Cohn.
Are you so concerned about what others might be thinking about your game that you get distracted when you play? For many athletes, a huge source of pregame anxiety or worry comes from the need to seek “approval” from others.
If this is you, you might […]

Research and Tests Identify Psychological Traits of Superstar Athletes

March 14th, 2008

Major League Baseball selects Sports Psychology Center to assess players for 30 MLB teams prior to June’s annual draft
Superstar athletes have mental traits allowing them to perform at higher levels than competitors with similar physical skills, according to research by Sports Psychology Center.
“Elite athletes have more self-confidence, commitment and determination to succeed and excel, superior […]