1. Controlling Distractions
The reason why someone doesn’t perform well when they get distracted is NOT because they lost their skill, but rather they lost their focus.
Something only becomes a distraction if YOU let it distract you.
You cant control what happens around you, but YOU can control how you react to it.

2. Controlling Distractions
Controlling distractions helps you
Maintain your focus
Quickly regain your focus in the case that you become distracted
Perform consistently at your desired level
Stick to your game plan
Adequate Rest

3. Internal Distractions
Internal distractions are things that you think about which disrupts your focus.
School
Family
Relationships
Winning or losing
What you think others think of you
Possible Mistakes
Jobs
You can’t change someone’s thoughts about you, but you can change your thoughts about yourself.
Life 100%
It is impossible to give 100% of one aspect of your life if you are only giving 75% in another.
Stay in the HERE and NOW!

4. External Distractions
External Distractions are things that happen to you.
The actions and words of your teammates
Your coach
Your opponents
Officials
Fatigue
Parents / Friends
Injuries
Remember these are things you cannot control, so don’t let them affect you.

5. Stop

7. Wild Bill

8. Tips for Controlling Distractions
Have a set word, phrase or action and will help you stay in the moment
Stay positive, no matter what happens
Keep control of your mind, thoughts and actions
Expect that distractions will happen
Use simulation training to help you prepare for the unknown
Visualize yourself handling every scenario
Trust yourself
Stay in the here and now
Concentrate on YOUR abilities
DON’T THINK TOO MUCH