SEE THROUGH YOUR OWN EYES:
It's the night before the big game. The day of the big game. One hour before you step on the ice...
Around these moments there are usually thoughts circling through your mind regarding the game and how it will play out. What one must understand is what thoughts are rich in producing positive results.
Talk with a young goaltender this past evening I had mentioned that he must not stress about the end result of the game (Going into the game being down in the series), but rather look at what he must do to himself to help his team. What can YOU bring to the table to help your team succeed. Sport Psychologist Saul Miller relates to athletes using their A, B, C's of their game. A clear sense of your role on the ice must be known... Know your strengths!
With this being said it is important to know that many athletes respond in different ways:
- Needing a challenge
- Feeling at ease