Most athletes would probably say yes. We see ourselves as the ones cheering, motivating, and backing up our teammates. But your real value shows when things don’t go your way... Picture this: you lose your spot, you’re benched, or your minutes drop. How do you react? Do you grumble, pull back, or quietly switch off? Or do you refocus and support the team harder than ever? The difference between being a fair-weather teammate and a truly great one lies right there. As a former professional...

Have you ever had someone doubt your ability—and felt it seep into your game / performance? Every athlete, from beginners to pros, hears outside opinions. What matters is how you respond. Three truths: (1) People will doubt you. (2) You can’t control their opinions. (3) You can choose not to buy into it. Take Serena Williams for example; Across decades she was scrutinised for everything from her body to her right to dominate. Her response? Treat the noise as fuel and double-down on...

We’ve all been there — your child walks off after a rough game, head down, and you just want to help. But what you say next can make all...