← Writings Competing · Mindset — August 3, 2025

The fun part

“Even if training isn't always enjoyable, this should be the fun part. I'm getting to compete with no pressure.”

Scan of the handwritten notebook page, August 3, 2025
Notebook page — August 3, 2025

Transcript

Today, I am in the semifinals of my tournament. I am going to keep the same mentality that I had yesterday. I am playing the sport I love, and I will have a good time. Even if training isn't always enjoyable, this should be the fun part. I'm getting to compete with no pressure. I want to focus today on making the first few shots. I noticed yesterday and the day before that I am winning a much higher percentage of the points once we get into a rally. I will allow myself to do this today by making first serves and by making returns. Of course, if I get an opportunity I will take it, but I don't want to force any unnecessary shots in the start of the point.