Tom SeaburyJun 223 min readSP SPORTThe long walk - the psychology of a penalty shootoutAs the group stages of this year's European Championships come to a close, we near the infamous knockout stage, which means our minds...
Tom SeaburyMay 272 min readSP SPORTNerves vs excitement when competingBefore any competition, athletes often experience a mix of excitement and nerves. While seemingly opposite, these emotional states share...
Tom SeaburyJan 22 min readSP SPORTThe benefits of chewing gumIn sports, where every decision and moment counts, athletes and coaches often use unconventional strategies to gain a psychological edge....
Tom SeaburyDec 4, 20232 min readSP SPORTWhy racket abuse persists on the courtTennis (a sport synonymous with elegance and precision) often witnesses a curious display of frustration – players venting their emotions...
Tom SeaburyJul 27, 20232 min readSP SPORTFinding Balance in sportSport (as with life) is a constant balancing act. The balance between attack and defence, Between winning and losing, Between stress and...
Tom SeaburyMar 28, 20232 min readSP SPORTThe psychological challenges of domestic and international footballEvery year, when the international breaks arrive in professional football, the debate arises – international football vs national...
Tom SeaburyNov 11, 20224 min readSP SPORTHow does an audience affect your performance?Audiences and crowds are a huge part of sport. From a handful of friends and family watching a local tennis final to nearly 100,000...