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How to handle not being selected


 

There will be times in every players career when they are not selected to play and have to sit the bench. It is important that you always keep a positive attitude and not allow the decision to get you down. Some of the greatest players in the world have sat on the bench.

Here are a few tips to help you if you are not in the team line-up.  

  Respect the coaches decision, don't second guess your coach.
  Ask your coach how you can improve to make the starting line-up. 

  Work harder in practice and concentrate on improving your weak areas.
  Do a extra training on your own. Get a friend or parent to help you.
  Be honest with your own ability. 

  Keep a positive attitude at all times. 

  Don't limit yourself to playing one position, be versatile.






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