Academy Football, Professional Football, Injuries and Early Retirement

Brendan Pearson

Sports Psychology Tips: Academy Football, Professional Football, Injuries and Early Retirement Brendan Pearson was a talented goalkeeper who progressed through Newcastle United’s academy system, signing professional terms.  He went on to play for the club’s under 23’s and had spells on loan where he played for Gateshead F.C.  He also spent time between the posts …

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How Elite Athletes Mentally Prepare

Toby Flood

Sports Psychology Tips: How Elite Athletes Mentally Prepare Toby Flood has played 60 international rugby union matches for England and currently plays at fly half or inside centre for Newcastle Falcons having previously played for Toulouse and Leicester Tigers.  He’s a skilful goal kicker, as well as having many other talents as we discuss.   …

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Control the Controllables

Controlling the Controllables

Cricket Psychology Tips: Control the Controllables An essential element of Mental Toughness is “control” So far, the recurring prominent themes in previous entries have revolved around the lockdown, coronavirus and the implications that this has had on athletes. However, now I want to move away from focusing on that ‘C’ word to focus on the …

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Observations: Be Honest with Yourself

David Charlton Sport Psychologist Golfer

David Charlton, on Skysports with Commentator John Morgan Observations: Be Honest with Yourself David Charlton helps people to reach their goals, faster.  Supporting footballers, golfers, rugby players, motor cyclists, triathletes, cricketers, boxers, gymnasts, tennis players, swimmers, surfers and many more highly motivated athletes and coaches.  Some of whom are motivated youngsters, others are dedicated amateur …

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Observations: The Art of Learning

David Charlton on Skysports Golf Channel

David Charlton, on Skysports with Commentator John Morgan Observations: The Art of Learning David Charlton helps people to reach their goals, faster.  Supporting footballers, golfers, rugby players, motor cyclists, triathletes, cricketers, boxers, gymnasts, tennis players, swimmers, surfers and many more highly motivated athletes and coaches.  Some of whom are motivated youngsters, others are dedicated amateur …

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Life on the European Tour

Chris Paisley

Sports Psychology Tips: Life on the European Tour   Chris Paisley is a professional golfer currently playing on the European Tour. He made his first appearance in 2010 and had a bumpy ride for a few years before regaining his card for the 2015 season and has established self of the tour since.   In January …

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Developing a Premier League Mindset

Peter Ramage

Sports Psychology Tips: Developing a Premier League Mindset Peter Ramage is an Assistant Football or Soccer Coach for Phoenix Rising FC in the United Soccer League.  He is a former footballer who learned all about developing a Premier League mindset by beginning his career with Newcastle United before moving up to the first team where …

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How to Deal With Adversity

Steve Judge

Sports Psychology Tips: How to Deal with Adversity From Wheelchair to World Champion Steve Judge’s uplifting, yet poignant, journey will inspire you to achieve your own journey of excellence.  Sharing his unique story, with takeaways, he’ll explain the many times he picked himself up after being knocked down both physically and mentally. Going from wheelchair …

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