Athletic Pressure in Sports “Pressure is a Privilege” is on a plague at the players’ entrance to Arthur Ashe Stadium at the U.S. Open. It is a partial quote from tennis legend Billie Jean King. The full quote reads, Pressure is a privilege – It only comes to those who Read more
How important is mental performance in sports? At the elite level some credit it to contributing 90% to success. I believe it is closer to 25% but is utilized 90% of the time between points in tennis. Physical, technical & strategic skill competence are the other 75% of performance. These Read more
“Well being is an essential ingredient of performance. If you think of it from an individual level, am I really going to perform anywhere near my capacity if I’m not well? If I’m not physically well, if I’m not emotionally well, if I’m not spiritually well?” Performance coach Owen Eastwood. Read more