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Tom Seabury
Feb 63 min read
The Power of Communication in Doubles Tennis: What the science says
In the heat of a doubles tennis match, quick decision-making and seamless coordination are key to success. But what separates great...


Tom Seabury
Jan 277 min read
Fostering belonging amongst athletes
Feeling a genuine sense of belonging is something many of us long for, whether we’re stepping onto the tennis court, joining a new...


Tom Seabury
Jan 204 min read
Understanding type 1 errors when coaching tennis
Have you ever introduced a new tennis drill or grip adjustment, witnessed an immediate improvement in a player's performance, and...


Tom Seabury
Dec 16, 20243 min read
Social cohesion vs task cohesion in team sports
In team sports, the concept of cohesion is often hailed as a vital ingredient for success. However, there are different forms of...


Tom Seabury
Nov 4, 20243 min read
Coaching with collaborative communication
Effective communication between coaches and athletes is one of the most powerful tools for building trust, improving performance, and...


Tom Seabury
Oct 3, 20245 min read
Enhancing coaching communication with Self-Determination Theory
In the world of performance psychology, Self-Determination Theory (SDT) stands as a powerful framework for understanding human...


Tom Seabury
Sep 30, 20245 min read
How the delivery of a message shapes an athlete's response
In sport, the coach-athlete relationship is a vital component of success. While strategies, drills, and training techniques are...


Tom Seabury
May 9, 20244 min read
Junior sport and the Batman Effect
The "Batman Effect" is an intriguing concept in the realm of developmental psychology that explores how assuming the persona of a...


Tom Seabury
Apr 21, 20243 min read
Coaching communication for juniors and adults
Effective communication is crucial in coaching, as it not only helps the transfer of knowledge but also motivates and psychologically...


Tom Seabury
Feb 2, 20242 min read
Empowering team communication
One of the fundamental elements of being a leader who facilitates their team is cultivating a culture of open and empowering...


Tom Seabury
May 11, 20232 min read
The psychological role of a captain
In team sports, the role of a captain is crucial for success. A lot has been made in the media of sporting captaincy recently, but what...


Tom Seabury
Apr 10, 20232 min read
How to deliver an effective half-time team talk
As a leader, giving a half-time team talk is a critical opportunity to rally your team and inspire them to give their best performance....
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