How Well Do you Do Under Pressure? How would you grade your ability to perform under pressure? If you grade yourself poorly, then it is necessary to gain a better understanding of pressure. First, what is pressure? Pressure is a stressor that occurs when you feel you must perform at … Read Sport Psychology Tip
What is the key to winning baseball or softball games? Your immediate answer is probably to score more runs than the opposing team over the course of nine innings. While the answer is true, it’s a bit too simplistic. Your next thought may be that you win with strong pitching, … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Do you lose confidence after striking out with the bases loaded? Do you question your ability to pitch after a shaky inning on the mound? Losing or having a bad game is not the cause of low confidence. There is a middle factor that often wreaks havoc on confidence. The … Read Sport Psychology Tip
The Relationship Between Expectations and Performance Does having the expectations of making the playoffs actually improve the probability of making the playoffs? First, let’s examine the meaning of “expectations.” Expectations are the desire or demands that something will happen in the future or the idea that you should achieve a … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Where Does Your Motivation Come From? What is the most effective and sustaining form of motivation? Many sources of motivation provide a temporary boost. External sources of motivation such as money, trophies, media attention, and accolades can incentivize your efforts, but what happens when those sources dry up? When motivated … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Trust in Your Abilities How has overthinking affected your performance in past baseball or softball games? Many players overthink at the plate, on the mound, or in the field. These players experience excessive nervousness, fear of making mistakes, and freezing under pressure. The frustrating part is that these players have … Read Sport Psychology Tip