You see things; and you say, “Why?” But I dream things that never were; and I say, “Why not?” Methuselah (1903) George Bernard Shaw, Irish playwright (1856–1950) So many sports fans talk and reflect on the characteristics, attributes, and traits of the best players in their sport. Often these discussions do not reflect upon the many other factors that might influence excellence at the highest level such as genetics, body size, shape and its components, psychological skills, m

Are you better than average? How do you judge where you are in the world? Other people hold unique skills, abilities, talents, and genes. How do you figure among the large group of people who play and compete in your sport? In sport, we are forever judging where we might be in relation to everyone else. Would it be a wonderful achievement to be better than average? We know from the research that people with above average attractiveness, intelligence and sociability are wealth

Professional football players face intense pressure to perform while also juggling their public images. Despite their achievements, many athletes look back on their careers and recognize several key regrets. In this blog post, I explore the top regrets of professional football players and provide practical strategies for overcoming them. Regret 1: Neglecting Personal Relationships The rigorous demands of a football career often lead to strained relationships with family and f