| Self Motivated and Self
Directed does
not need to be pushed, shoved or forced from the outside |
| Positive But
Realistic not a
complainer, criticizer, or faultfinder...eyes always on success,
what can happen, what is possible |
| Emotional Control
a tough competitor has tamed the triggers of negative emotion
such as bad refereeing, dumb mistakes, obnoxious opponents and
poor playing conditions |
| Calm and Relaxed Under
Fire does not
avoid pressure but is challenged by it...at their best with
pressure on and the odds against them...being put to the test is
not a threat but an opportunity to explore oouter limits of
potential |
| Highly Energetic and
Ready for Action
capable of getting themselves pumped up and energized for best
play no matter what...their own ignitor - in spite of
fatique, personal problems, and bad luck |
| Determined
sheer force of will to succeed in what is started...relentless
pursuit of goals...setbacks are taken in stride while inching
further forward |
| Mentally Alert and
Focused capable
of long, intensive periods of total concentration |
| Doggedly Self-Confident
display of unshatterable sense of confidence and belief in self
and performance ability...rarely falls victim of their own or
others self defeating thoughts or ideas...not easliy
intimidated...because of confidence they often become the
intimidator |
| Fully Responsible
responsible for their own actions, no excuses...either did or
didn't, everything begins and ends with them...fully aware of
destiny as athlete...their future is their own making |