The post by Allistair McCaw This is something I’m big on when it comes to training young kids, and that’s allowing them to make mistakes, take risks and FAIL. In fact, before I start a training session with young kids, one … Continue reading →
The post by Ray Brown. 1. Mental toughness can only be taught by someone who is mentally tough. 2. There is nothing on the web about mental toughness of any value. It is all pop psychology or pseudo psychology. 3. … Continue reading →
What is the difference between the best tennis players and those who are knocking around the top of the county? Having attended the County Cup National Finals a few weeks ago, it was great to see the differences between the … Continue reading →
Recently I have been watching a programme on BBC2 called the Special Forces: Ultimate Hell Week which coincidentally a friend of mine from University was participating in. To give you a brief background to the programme, 29 of the UK’s … Continue reading →
The post by Allistair McCaw 20 ways to become a world class athlete 1. Don’t limit your challenges, Challenge your limits. 2. The best thing about the past is that it shows you what not to bring into your future. 3. … Continue reading →
The post by Allistair McCaw Advice for Young Athletes Dear young athletes: The one thing that’s holding you back the most, is this…Mindset . FACT: You are NOT going to play well (or the way you’d like to) every time you … Continue reading →
The post by Allistair McCaw Bad attitude athletes are like rotten apples. The actions you take as a coach say a lot about the standards you uphold. A few coaches and parents get upset when I tell them it’s not my responsibility … Continue reading →
The post by Allistair McCaw Having confidence is the key to achieving many great things in life. It’s about the attitude you choose towards life and situations. Its also the way you think and feel about yourself. Maybe you lost it … Continue reading →
The post by Allistair McCaw Handling nerves: How some of the best athletes in the world handle nerves. Here’s 6 great tips to get you ready to perform! Do you get nervous before a tennis match or before competing? Yes? Then … Continue reading →