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Are you an athlete that works hard but still comes up short when it comes to having all the skills necessary to be an elite player? If so, you are not alone. In fact, I would say most high school athletes mature later than they desire.

If that is the case, what can you do to give yourself an advantage over others with the same issue? Besides the obvious of extra workouts and time spent in the weight room, what else could work to your advantage?

The mental part of your sport is the one thing that can set you apart from others. What if you could start each game or individual sport with a lead? Now I have you thinking, right?

A coach was recently quoted as saying this exact thing about a player who was lightly recruited because of his athleticism. He stated his player's intelligence means he "always starts the race with a lead." He ended up with a Division I scholarship.

Don't underestimate the importance of knowing the inside and out of your particular sport. That intellect could help you gain a bigger advantage than you ever imagined!

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Five of the seven rules changes in high school basketball concern player equipment, including new uniform provisions that will be required in the 2024-25 season.

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In a recent interview for Golf magazine, PGA professional Jason Day spoke about the challenges on the tour, he talked about how to stay motivated and also the obstacles he and others face on a weekly basis.

Playing high school sports is not much different.  Every athlete faces challenges sometime during their season.

"I've been on the tour for 12 years, Day said. I've won 12 times. It's a grind every single season-if you want to be good. Some years it's hard to stay on top of it. Others, it seems easy to work your butt off."

Regardless of your grade, sometimes during a season or the school year, your sport can become a grind.  It's normal, it's natural, so don't think you are out there all alone. It's part of the process of being an athlete, whether you are high school age or a professional!

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Feeling sorry for yourself and pointing fingers at others doesn't accomplish a thing. Instead, find one positive from a negative situation and be happy about it and move forward. Everyone has problems and you probably understand your situation better than anyone else, especially if you take the "happy" approach!

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