Dr. Chris Stankovich's Articles – December 2010 Archive (12)

Pressure? What Pressure???

In sports it is quite common to hear about athletes and coaches talk about pressure -- but have you ever stopped to wonder what exactly pressure is?? Why is it that some athletes thrive in "pressure situaitons," while others run from them? …

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 31, 2010 at 2:21pm — No Comments

Sport Superstitions for Athletic Success

Athletes can be the most superstitious people in the world, as many believe that what they do before games will have a dramatic impact on the level of their athletic success for that day. Check out my column on sport superstitions and how belief impacts athletic success:

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 28, 2010 at 10:54am — No Comments

Getting "In the Zone" for Athletic Success

When athletes get "in the zone" they perform at their highest levels -- but does this "zone" really exist? Check out my latest column on "The Zone"and see for yourself --- and check out the tips to…

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 21, 2010 at 10:30am — No Comments

Aggression in youth sports - are things getting worse?

Last week we saw yet another terrible incident in youth sports - in case you missed it a high school basketball player in Florida physically lashed out at an official, leading to a really ugly scene that made headlines nationwide. I wrote about the incident and how the sports landscape has changed since the ugly…

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 20, 2010 at 10:06am — No Comments

Mental Preparation for Athletes

Check out this column I did awhile back that provides insights and tips for young athletes to help with mentally preparing for athletic competition. Sadly, many young athletes…

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 14, 2010 at 11:05am — No Comments

Better Focus leads to better On-Field Success

Athletes can immediately improve their athletic talent by learning and mastering the importance of developing precise focus while competing. In my experience I have worked with countless athletes who have witnessed dramatic gains in the athletic success by simply learning how to stay focused during competition. In…

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 13, 2010 at 9:55am — No Comments

Tips for Coaches Dealing with Burnout

If you are feeling many of the same symptoms Urban Meyer discussed yesterday, check out my latest blog on specific ideas and strategies you can use to help prevent coach burnout from occurring.

Dr. Stankovich's tips on coach burnout…

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 9, 2010 at 1:19pm — No Comments

Coach burnout gets the best of Urban Meyer

Urban Meyer's sudden decision to leave Florida yesterday should serve as a reminder of the very real concerns associated with coach burnout. While Meyer is stepping down from a high profile position at Florida, less famous coaches are at-risk for coaching burnout as well.

Read Dr. Stankovich's article on today's concerns around coaching burnout…

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 9, 2010 at 9:30am — No Comments

The secrets of team success - examining the NE Patriots

Why is it that some teams consistently win, while others seem to never get over the top? Is it all due to talent (or lack thereof)? Or are there other factors at play that allow for a dynasty to develop?

Read Dr. Stankovich's story on the New England Patriots success here!…

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 7, 2010 at 11:44am — No Comments

Losing & Laughing: A toxic combination for sports fans

After witnessing Derek Anderson laughing on the sidelines last week - and LeBron getting comfortable with his old teammates while blowing out the Cavs on the court -- fans are puzzled about how these situations ever occurred? For Anderson, he seemed to be in a jovial mood while his team was getting crushed on the field, and with James die-hard Cavs fans couldn't understand how the current Cavalier players could seemingly joke around with the… Continue

Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 6, 2010 at 10:39am — No Comments

Confidence is KING when it comes to athletic success

When it comes to success in sports, confidence is arguably the most important variable that impacts athletic success. Athletes with high levels of confidence usually over-achieve, while less confident (but physically gifted) athletes often under-perform (or choke).

Learn more about the impact of confidence by reading Dr. Stankovich's article 12/2/10…

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 2, 2010 at 9:47am — No Comments

Does a full-ride also mean a FREE-ride?

Many parents erroneously believe all college athletic scholarships are free tickets for an education for their child. Unfortunately, this is simply not true, as many full-ride scholarships do not cover all student expenses. If your child is working toward an athletic scholarship, make sure you get all the facts before putting all your eggs in one basket.

Read Dr. Stankovich's article 12/1/10…

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Added by Dr. Chris Stankovich on December 1, 2010 at 9:23am — No Comments