Mastering the mental game

In previous emails, we talked about building players’ confidence. I said that the #1 best way to improve confidence is to improve skill and that’s true. But confidence isn’t the only part of the “mental game” of basketball. Here are a few more of the mental skills that can set players apart: - Reading opposing players to spot tendencies and weaknesses - Pushing through fatigue - Keeping a clear head even when intensity or physicality increase - Playing in a hostile environment - Overcoming butterflies before a game - Positive visualization - Wanting the challenge of guarding the opposing team’s best players - Staying calm during high-pressure situations (like last-second free throws) - …and many more! These are skills and mentalities that great players develop over time to widen the gap between themselves and their competition. But this is rarely something coaches focus on or give specific instruction on. Most players are expected to figure out the mental game on their own…even though it’s not quite that simple. This is why it’s important to introduce your kids to coaches who understand BOTH sides of the game -- physical and mental. That way your kids develop the skills they need to confidently perform… AND the mental strength to make the most of their skills. This is a part of our [Breakthrough Skill Development Camps]( because we recognize that skills alone will only take players so far. And because we have such a low player-to-coach ratio, camp attendees get the personalized instruction and attention they need to improve ALL aspects of their game. So if you’re considering signing up for a camp this summer, I encourage you to consider our Skill Development camps as a way to develop your child’s complete game. We have camps starting soon in June and... You can still get a 20% Early Bird Discount on our July and August summer camps for a limited time... But spots are filling up quickly. So take a look now and find the best one for you! [See full list of camps here.]( Best, - Joe and Jeff Haefner Breakthrough Basketball  And a couple more things on the COVID-19 situation... If a summer camp is cancelled for any reason, you can get a full refund or get a full credit to transfer to another camp. As for the safety guidelines, we are following the safety recommendations presented by the CDC and each state. You can [view all 200+ camps across North America here.](  This email was sent to {EMAIL} [Manage Subscriptions]( or [Unsubscribe All]( Copyright © 2020 Breakthrough Basketball, LLC. All rights reserved. Breakthrough Basketball, LLC. | 5001 1st Ave. SE, Ste 105 #254 | Cedar Rapids | IA | 52402 [email.gif] .