04/09/2023
What a great frozen four championship game. Being from Minnesota, I was routing on the Gophers and former SCSU head coach Bob Motzko. The third period was great example of a phenomenon in sports psychology. The Gophers started to play not to lose with a one goal lead. Instead of being aggressive against the #1 ranked defense like they did in the first and second periods, they got complacent and it seemed like they were battling the clock rather than their opponent Quinnipiac. The complexion of the game totally changed and opened up more opportunities for the more aggressive team in that period. A complete momentum and game changing mindset that cost the Gophers the championship. For Vikings fans, this would be the equivalent of the “prevent” defense that ultimately leads to disappointment and frustration.
As an athlete, coach, parent or organization, if you recognize what the gophers went through last night and want to learn how to prevent playing not to lose and learn how to keep being aggressive and not fearing making a mistake in a big moment, Living the Dream Sports can help with sports psychology training and help you and your team from falling into one of the biggest pitfalls that prevent teams from obtaining their ultimate goals…… a championship. For more information visit us at www.livingthedreamsports.com or contact Derick at 763-244-9442 for more info.
If you look at the elite athletes in high school, college and the pros, they have something that most of their peers don't......superior psychological/mental training in their sport. Just like skills training, the mental side of sports needs to be taught, developed, nurtured and practiced if yo....
