The Psychology of Cricket: Developing Mental Toughness [Cricket Academy Series]

The Psychology of Cricket: Developing Mental Toughness [Cricket Academy Series]

by Stewart Cotterill, Jamie Barker
The Psychology of Cricket: Developing Mental Toughness [Cricket Academy Series]

The Psychology of Cricket: Developing Mental Toughness [Cricket Academy Series]

by Stewart Cotterill, Jamie Barker

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Overview

The mental side of cricket is what separates the best players from the rest. Technical, tactical, and physical preparation are important for top class performances but it is often what happens inside a player's mind that is the difference between success and failure. The very best players and teams are confident, motivated, concentrate effectively, cope with pressure, and control their emotions. The Psychology of Cricket is the first book to provide expert and up-to-date advice into one of the most psychological sports around.

The book is appropriate for anyone involved in playing or coaching cricket, and for all levels. The Psychology of Cricket teaches individuals to develop mental toughness by using mental skills which can be used in both practice and match situations, and provides expert advice on understanding the important ingredients of successful teams and leaders.

- Train and develop your mind to perform more effectively and consistently.

- Learn how to deal more consistently and effectively with your emotions and pressure.

- Boost your confidence through recalling success, reflection, and smart thinking.

- Develop concentration routines to maximize your mental energy.

- Learn how the best players develop mental toughness!


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781909125216
Publisher: Bennion Kearny Limited
Publication date: 03/25/2013
Series: Sport Psychology
Pages: 226
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.48(d)

Table of Contents

Start of Play

Chapter One - The Mental Side of Cricket

Chapter Two - Being Motivated and Committed in Cricket

Chapter Three - Staying Focused

Chapter Four - Performing Under Pressure

Chapter Five - Becoming Mentally Tough

Chapter Six - Playing Confidently

Chapter Seven - Controlling Your Emotions

Chapter Eight - Leadership and Captaincy

Chapter Nine - Preparing to Perform: Playing to Your Strengths

Chapter Ten - Building a Successful Cricket Team

Chapter Eleven - Effective Decision Making

End of Play

Index

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