Bring your "A" game: a young athlete's guide to mental toughness

What does it take to perform at a high level in sport?

Physical characteristics

Technical skills and tactical abilities

Selecting a coach and team

Mental toughness

Goal setting

Outcome goals versus process goals

Attributions

Self-talk

Controlling the controllables

Energy management

Pre-performance routines

Imagery

Burnout

Confidence building and maintenance

Sacrifices, balance, and dealing with disappointments and adversity

Dealing with parents.