“Be fearless in the pursuit if what sets your soul on fire. If you apply yoursef fully each day and strive to think, act, look, practice, comunicate, prepare, commit, compete, and live like a champion minded, greatness is in your reach.”
Keywords
- Grit- ability to overcome challenges
- Resilience- ability to bounce back quickly after a loss.
- Self-motivated- inner drive, strong purpose
- Process minded- aiming for improvement, aware of the process.
A champion minded athlete is:
- Accountable– take responsibility of their own actions.
- Coachable– show awareness of feedback, discipline, and purpose.
- Competitive– embrace challenges and struggles.
- Confident– have a strong self-belief.
- Consistent– commit to daily habits, routines, and actions.
- Courageous– willing to take risks.
- Organised– thrive with structure and routine.
- Process minded– focus on performance first and then results.
- Resilient– able to bounce back from setbacks quickly.
- Determined– eager to do extra work.
- Disciplined– have self-control and high standards.
- Driven– desire to get better each day.
- Focused– eliminate distractions.
- Grateful– understand that playing sports is a gift.
- Hard-working– commit and give more.
- Optimistic– see every event as an opportunity to learn
- Prepared– know that preparation is the root of confidence
- Respectful- they respect their opponents but never fear them.
Champion minded 5 E’s
- They have irresistible Energy
- Elevate the others
- Give their best Effort
- Aim for Excellence
- Enjoy competing and fighting
“Champion minded accept themselves as they are. They are humble and kind, and they stay true to themselves. Becoming champion minded doesn’t only happen on the court, field, or in the gym. It starts with having a vision, and then adhering to the habits, routines, and standards of a champion.”
Sources:
- Notes from “Champion Minded” by Allistair McCaw
