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EPISODE · Jul 22, 2026 · 16 MIN

Why You Play Better in Practice Than Games (And How to Fix It)

from Sports Psychology Coaching · host Eli Straw

Do you play better in practice than in games? Pressure, fear of mistakes, and overthinking can make you tense, hesitant, and unable to trust the skills you consistently show during practice. In this episode, I explain why the practice-to-game gap happens, give you three steps to close it, and walk you through a simple exercise to create your own game-day performance plan.If you’re ready to perform with more confidence and consistency in competition, click the link below to learn more about one-on-one mental performance coaching.Work with me!🧠 1-1 Mental Performance Coaching for Athletes: https://www.successstartswithin.com/mental-performance-coaching/👉 Confident Competitor Academy: Go from playing with fear & anxiety to playing with confidence in just 6 weeks!👉 Mentally Tough Kid Course (for youth athletes)📖 Mind Games Book: https://a.co/d/gXZfORN📖 Athlete Mental Training Book: https://a.co/d/bfojamYFree Training: Top 5 Mental Mistakes Athletes Make*This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute psychological or medical treatment. I am a mental performance coach, not a licensed psychologist. For clinical concerns, consult a licensed professional.

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Do you play better in practice than in games? Pressure, fear of mistakes, and overthinking can make you tense, hesitant, and unable to trust the skills you consistently show during practice. In this episode, I explain why the practice-to-game gap happens, give you three steps to close it, and walk you through a simple exercise to create your own game-day performance plan. If you’re ready to perform with more confidence and consistency in competition, click the link below to learn more about o...

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