1.) Thinking too technically
- Example: Thinking technically when you shouldn’t
- Solution: Know when to think technically (privates, warm up, drilling) and when to think tactically (point play)
2.) Thinking about what other are thinking or going to say regarding our matches/results
- Example: Worrying about what your parents, friends, or coaches will say about your match
- Solution: Play Penn 1; Stay present in the moment; Play for yourself
3.) Failing to be professional
- Example: Not prepared for practice or staying disciplined with injury prevention
- Solution: Have everything you need and follow your recommended pre-hab (be disciplined)
4.) Focusing on things that do not exist
- Example: Worrying to much about the college process or things out of your control
- Solution: Be reasonable with yourself and be professional
5.) Do not have a between point routine
- Example: Negative responses following a point (sarcasm or destructive speech)
- Solution: Have a positive routine that you stick with in good times and bad
6.) Failing to understand basic strategy
- Example: Failing to understand momentum and what you do well
- Solution: Know the momentum rules and have an understanding of your game
7.) Not understanding what is truly important
- Example: Focusing on things outside of our control; Wanting to do things we are good at or things that are just fun
- Solution: Understand priorities and continue to work on your game
8.) Being too reliant or not relying on certain things enough
- Example: Listening to random sources
- Solution: Rely on your Coaches at FAC
9.) Making tennis like school
- Example: Cramming or making a match a test
- Solution: Understand the differences between tennis and school and have a balanced practice schedule and patience with yourself
10.) Lack the toughness to be good
- Example: Struggle in matches when things are not ideal (fatigue, conditions)
- Solution: Improve conditioning level and be more professional