Young Athletes

Troy Horne here. Your mental-toughness guide! I am here to help parents understand how to help your young athlete navigate this mental-toughness journey. I know where you are, and I know how to help you help your young athlete find their mental toughness.

Moses and Troy Horne here. Your mental-toughness guides! We know exactly how you feel. If you are reading this, you probably have a young athlete who struggles with in-game stress and maybe even sports performance anxiety. That is why this version was mostly written by Moses. As of the time of the writing of this book, Moses Horne is a 15-year-old elite athlete who can talk directly about the triumphs and struggles of working toward being mentally tough. This is the only book that I know of with input from an actual young athlete.

"Mental Toughness for Young Soccer Players" is more than a book; it's a mentor who guides you through competitive sports' ups and downs. Equip yourself with the tools to handle the psychological demands of soccer and set a foundation for success that will last a lifetime.

Your Kid Used To LOVE Their Sport. Now the Enthusiasm is Slowly Fading away. After bad games they go silent for hours. They compare themselves to every highlight reel. They dread practice. That voice whispering "you're not good enough" gets LOUDER every week. And nothing you say breaks through. God already answered that voice. He said your child is fearfully and wonderfully made. He said He has plans to prosper them. He gave them a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. But knowing that and FEELING it under pressure are two different things. Steph Curry learned to close that gap through ...

Michael P. West, M.Ed. delivers a definitive theological framework specifically designed for the competitive landscape of the modern athlete. In a culture where less than one percent of participants reach professional status, Systematic Theology for Athletes addresses the "blue-collar" majority who must navigate the intersection of high-stakes performance and spiritual identity.

The Unstoppable Athlete (Parent Edition) Competition anxiety and overthinking putting a wrench in your athlete’s chase after victory? Learn ways to help them overcome mental hurdles and embrace true potential. Struggling to find a training plan that doesn’t leave a young competitor impatient? Certain they could make it into the record books if they could just discover their edge? Wishing for a peek inside the minds of greats like LeBron James, Simone Biles, and Lionel Messi? After working with over 5,000 athletes, coach and author Andrew J Simpson has identified exactly what makes a ...

Discover the Blueprint to Fueling Young Athletes: Unleash Peak Performance in Youth Sports, even if you've been lost in a sea of conflicting nutrition advice before As a parent or teen athlete, do you find yourself overwhelmed by the bewildering maze of nutrition information? Are you searching for clarity and practical guidance tailored specifically for young athletes? Does the bombardment of trendy fad diets leave you skeptical or confused? If any of these hit home, you're certainly not alone. Many families and young athletes desire straightforward, scientifically backed nutritional ...

In the high-pressure world of sports, female athletes often face a unique set of challenges. The expectations to be tough, competitive & to win, can conflict with the expectations to be feminine, flexible, and to conform to idealized body standards can be overwhelming. These pressures can impact performance, self-esteem, and well-being.

A legendary NBA player shares his remarkable story, infused with hard-earned wisdom about the journey to self-mastery from a life at the highest level of professional sports Chris Bosh, NBA Hall of Famer, eleven-time All-Star, two-time NBA champion, Olympic gold medalist, and the league’s...

Are you tired of watching your young athlete struggle under pressure or lose confidence after setbacks? The difference between those who thrive under stress and those who crumble isn’t raw talent—it’s mental toughness and discipline. This audiobook isn’t another shallow pep-talk or rehashed list of clichés. It’s a down-to-earth, actionable playbook packed with real exercises, relatable stories, and proven strategies for competitive young athletes.

Did you know that nearly 70% of young athletes drop out of their sport before they even reach the age of 13? That's not what we want for our young athletes—and the reason this happens is one that, as parents and coaches, we can avoid. The reason kids drop out of sports so young is pressure. They feel immense pressure to win and not to let their teammates and coaches down. The result is stress, anxiety, and, in the worst cases, burnout. But sport shouldn't be like this.

A holistic approach to athleticism, this book delves deep into the mental facets of sports, recognizing that success isn’t solely dictated by physical prowess.

Are you an athlete who’s tired of riding the emotional rollercoaster of wins and losses? Do you want to develop real mental toughness—while staying true to your faith? Mental Toughness for Young Christian Athletes is your ultimate guide to blending powerful sports psychology with timeless biblical truth. Whether you’re battling self-doubt, facing injury, handling pressure, or striving for peak performance, this book gives you the tools to overcome adversity and grow spiritually—right where you compete.

The #1 Teen Sports Book for Building Confidence, Focus, and Mental Strength — Written by Young Athletes, for Young Athletes! If your teen athlete struggles with pressure, self-doubt, or game-day anxiety, this mental toughness for young athletes book will change how they compete — and how they see themselves. “A Young Athlete’s Guide to Mental Toughness” is not just another sports psychology lecture. It’s a collection of real stories from 12 teen athletes who turned fear into focus, and pressure into performance. 💪 Inside This Powerful Sports Book, Your Athlete Will Learn: ...

Train like a Navy SEAL. Compete like a Champion. Become Unstoppable! As a former Navy SEAL officer and Division I wrestler, I'm often asked if young athletes can develop the same traits, habits, physical toughness and "Never Quit" mindset that define the Navy SEAL community.

Achieve unshakeable confidence and master mental toughness! Do you feel overwhelmed by competition, struggle to bounce back from setbacks, or doubt your abilities in your sport? If so, you're not alone. Many young athletes face these challenges. The good news? You can develop unshakeable confidence and mental toughness! This book is crafted for young athletes seeking straightforward, proven exercises for success on and off the field. In The Confident Young Athlete , you'll discover: The 5 core principles of mental toughness for daily application.

Written by a Sports Performance Professional, Certified Mental Training Coach, AND Parent of a Division 1 Athlete. Teen athletes navigate a challenging world, balancing high expectations and pressures. Mental toughness is their secret weapon. This book explores its role beyond the playing field, addressing academic stress, social complexities, and personal development. Discover: Specialized Guide: Tailored for adolescent athletes and parents, recognizing their unique challenges. Practical Strategies: Equip young athletes with actionable techniques for real-life application. Comprehensive ...

Discover the secrets to sports motivation that have helped countless athletes dominate their sport. Learn from the best in the business, and find the mental toughness you need to take your game to the next level.

It's so easy to get flustered, to blame it on a "bad day," to express in the face your frustration (which the opponent of course will see). It’s so easy to grab the quick, unhealthy snack and skip the extra reps, telling yourself, “I’ll get serious later.” It’s so easy to let emotions take over after a tough loss, instead of learning from it and moving on. It’s so easy to assume talent alone will carry them, instead of putting in the extra reps when no one is watching.

The Mental Edge for Young Athletes is a practical, one-of-a-kind guide for athletes and their parents (includes a powerful parent guide) written by two-time world champion and elite mental coach Jeff Greenwald, MFT. While many of the recent mental training books for kids offer surface-level advice or rigid checklists, The Mental Edge for Young Athletes goes much deeper and is remarkably relatable.