Game Day Ready: How to Turn Nerves into Confidence

The first games of the season are here! Nerves? Excitement? That’s all part of the journey. But with the right mindset and preparation, your player can channel those feelings into their best performance yet.”

Quick Tips to Handle Game-Day Nerves

1. Breathe and Reset: Teach them the power of taking three deep breaths during warm-ups or a timeout to refocus.

2. Visualize Success: Before the game, encourage them to imagine themselves hitting key shots or making great passes.

3. Stick to the Basics: Remind them to focus on the fundamentals they’ve practiced—good defense, strong passes, and smart decisions.

Players who put in extra work at EYG are prepared for these moments because they know they’ve done the work.

Upcoming Programs

• EYG Basketball Camps-Winter - 30855003

  Scoring, Shooting, & Ballhandling Skills Camp: Perfect for players looking to sharpen their 1v1 and team play skills during the holidays. Don’t miss it—spots are filling fast! At the Northglenn Recreation Center

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• Attacking Closeouts Clinic: a 90-minute, high-intensity training session designed to develop players’ ability to attack defenders closing out on them. Players will work on footwork, decision-making, balance, and shot creation through progressive drills tailored to their skill levels. At the Blue Sport Stable

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• 2025 Elite Skills Academy: Serious about building long-term confidence? Join our Academy and take your game to the next level with personalized training. At the Blue Sport Stable

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Encouragement:

Every player starts the season with a mix of nerves and excitement—it’s how they channel those feelings that matters. Here’s to a fantastic start to the season! – Coach Galen