← Writings Training · Body language — May 2, 2024

Study, not another test

“Practice matches should be to STUDY, not another TEST.”

Scan of the handwritten notebook page, May 2, 2024
Notebook page — May 2, 2024

Transcript

Today, I'm getting the opportunity to train with amazing coaches and players. I want to be very disciplined with my backhand and return today. I was hitting much better yesterday and I want to continue that. I will not get wrapped up in winning. Practice matches should be to STUDY, not another TEST. I will play each point like a drill and practice my goals.

I have an obligation to my parents, my coaches, and my future self to maintain good body language and a positive demeanor on court. I will treat my practice matches as a way to practice what I am working on in competition

My coaching voice will remind me that no practice session or practice match will make or break my athletic career. They are just chances to get better, and I will use them as such. I will enjoy competing and learning when I play today, not just winning.