Using Visualization to Overcome Pressures in Games How well do you perform during a volleyball match when the game is on the line? Are you able to focus when under pressure or does your performance fall off dramatically? Have you ever watched in awe of how elite players are able to rise to the occasion and play their … Sport Psychology Article…
Overcoming Pressure to Preform in Games Have you ever missed a crucial serve? Like one of the “deadly sins” of serving? A first point, a game point, after a time-out, after a teammate misses their serve? Serving under pressure, especially in a position like game point, can be extremely difficult for volleyball players. You might feel like the … Sport Psychology Article…
How to Mentally Prepare For Playing Rivals Being from Durham, or North Carolina in general, you take part in the famous Duke-UNC rivalry. Coach K was my neighbor while growing up in Durham, so obviously I was a Blue Devil. In February 2012, I was fortunate enough to attend the Duke-UNC game at the Dean Dome. It wasn’t … Sport Psychology Article…