The Resilient Young Athlete

Success in sports starts with a mentality…a mentality built upon self-belief, the ability to embrace challenges, and to persist through adversity with relentless determination. With the understanding that these concepts lay the foundation for mental toughness, The Resilient Young Athlete is a must for anyone involved in youth sports and looking to develop the skills that set champions apart! For young athletes struggling with confidence or anxiety, you’ll learn practical steps to cultivate a growth-oriented mindset, set and achieve SMART goals, and manage game-day stress like a pro! You'll be guided through how to handle criticism, overcome setbacks, and embrace failure as a stepping stone to success. This audiobook isn’t just for young athletes either—it’s also a valuable resource for parents and coaches too. Recognizing the crucial role you play in your young athletes development, sections of this book have been designed specifically for you, providing the practical strategies needed to help you support your young athlete's mental game. You’ll also hear from two young athletes who have embraced the power of resilience and risen above challenges in pursuit of athletic excellence. With interviews from NCHSAA and AAU basketballer Ruben Borg, and championship winning Wrexham FC and Burnley FC youth academy goalkeeper Kai Calderbank-Park, you’ll gain real-life insights into mindset it takes to overcome adversity, stay focused, and achieve success. Acknowledging that each athlete's journey is unique, this audiobook provides a customizable toolkit of mental toughness strategies tailored to individual needs. Backed by scientific research, The Resilient Young Athlete reveals the secrets to an unshakeable mental game. Are you ready to turn dreams into reality and elevate beyond the ordinary?