Sports do not define you as a person. Athletic failure doesn’t make you a bad person, and athletic success doesn’t necessarily make you a good person. Always remember that you are more than just an athlete!

As an athlete, your biggest problem in games isn't making mistakes. It's your negative response to making mistakes. Once you learn to stay positive and resilient, you'll perform much better in games.

Four healthy attitudes to have about competition: 1. Effort and improvement are more important than winning. 2. Cheating to win is never okay. 3. You can compete hard on the field, and be friendly off of it. 4. Winning/losing doesn’t change your true worth as a person.

The best athletes play each game like it's their last. They leave it all out on the field, then when the game is over, they recover physically and mentally so they can do it again next game.

The five components of a team culture: 1. Vision 2. Values 3. Beliefs 4. Goals 5. Standards

All athletes struggle with their confidence and motivation at times. Don't feel alone in your struggles, and don't lose hope. Many athletes have regained their mental strength, and so can you!

To win at the highest levels of sports, giving your best physical effort is not enough. You also have to play smart, focused, and poised under pressure.

Always respect your opponent, but never fear them. Believe in yourself, no matter how difficult the challenge is!

The quality of a locker room isn’t determined by its size or amenities. It’s determined by the level of trust and love between the people inside it.

Be just as careful with what goes into your mind as you are with what goes into your body. What you read, watch, and listen to makes a great impact on your mental health and athletic performance.

Motivation is expressed through behavior. By observing what you do, and how you do it, coaches can tell how motivated you actually are. Don't just say you're motivated. Prove it with your actions!

Aim to get 1% better today. Set specific goals to help get one step closer to your dreams!

Be where your feet are, enjoy the moment, and focus only on what you can control!

Four ways to defeat a more talented opponent: 1. Give more effort, physically and mentally. 2. Be more poised under pressure. 3. Play smarter strategically. 4. Work better as a team.

Great athletes make their teammates better. Not only do they play unselfishly in games, but they also help out their teammates during practice.

As a captain, you are the heart and soul of your team. When your teammates are lacking motivation or confidence, you need to inspire them with your words and actions!