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Honorable Challenges - Blog Post
Honorable Challenges: Uncommon Obstacles for Successful Young Athletes achievements adversities challenges character criticism doubt family female friends goals judgement mental strength mental toughness obstacles professional resilience success

What's up guys, coach Lucas here today. I want to talk with you about a concept called "Honorable Challenges." I'll share with you a story that I think you'll find super valuable.

I was speaking with one of my players who I have been working with for quite a while. She's in eighth grade and she rec...

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Reality Check - Blog Post
Reality Check: Mental Skills Matter in Youth Sports adversity attitude challenges competition confidence discouragement failure leadership mental skills mental strength mental toughness mistakes perspective potential success

Is your child a superstar athlete? Thatā€™s great! But hereā€™s a reality check. Having physical talent doesnā€™t guarantee success in youth sports. Mental skills are just as necessary ā€“ and often overlooked - in the pursuit of triumph on the field. Here are five reasons why mental skills matter when it c...

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