Psychological Factors
There is absolutely no question that soccer is an intense physical sport. To excel you not only have to have a high degree a fitness level but equally important is the mental side of the game.
Do the players your observing have the right head for the game? What is their psychological make up? Are they mentally tough? What is their inner player like? Do they have mental lapses and if so who and where? Do they choke under physical pressure? Is there body and mind connected? How do they handle mistakes individually and collectively. Who are their strong and weak personalities? How can you effectively match your stronger players with their weaker players? How does the score effective their behavior? Do they behave differently away from home. If so, how?
Self Control
Team motivation
Individual motivation
Leadership roles
Courage
Mental toughness
Concentration
Heart
Determination
Communication
Fighting spirit
Courtesy Dan Gaspar - Star Goalkeeping Academy
