Understand why your child struggles in matches

An evidence-based guide for tennis parents.

If your young athlete plays much better in practice than they do in tournaments, you’re not alone. In this guide I’ll explain five evidence-based reasons young athletes struggle in matches—and what parents can do to help.

Inside the guide, you'll discover:

  • Why some athletes tie their self-worth to winning and losing

  • Why an obsession with winning often makes winning less likely

  • How parents and coaches unintentionally create pressure

  • Why emotional regulation and mental toughness are skills—not personality traits

  • The psychological skills sport psychology professionals have used for decades to help athletes perform under pressure

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—Malhar

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