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Filling the Emotional Tank
We all experience "bad" days - days when nothing seems to go right. How does that affect an athlete's ability to perform? What would happen to that athlete if his coach and teammates were to "fill his emotional tank" with a little extra attention and kind words?

Kids with "Full Tanks" listen better, behave better and they perform better. It takes practice to say the right things!

A few "tank fillers":
  • Praise - Make specific and truthful comments about what the player is doing right.
  • Appreciation - Tell your player that you appreciate their efforts
  • Positive Recognition - Recognize the positive contributions a player makes
  • Listening - Take time to really listen to your players
  • Non verbal clues (body language) - Smile, nod your head - even when the game is going badly for your team (You get better results with honey than with vinegar!)
 
 
 

 


 

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