1. Psychology of the athlete

2. Common themes for all athletes
Motivation
Skill
Athleticism
Culture
Confidence
Mental/Emotional state
Self Efficacy

3. Getting to know your athletes
Watch reactions in practice
Listen
Observe moods
React differently
Social athlete
Understand motivation

4. Individualize WHY? Get the best from each athlete
Consider developmental needs
Focus is on the student not the coach
Motiviations
HOW?
Balance
Flexibility
Early/late season
Respect differences

5. Lessons learned Reflect Every year is different
We won’t always get it right