1. Size up yourself before you size up the competition
KNOW YOURSELF. If you know your strengths and weaknesses, then your competitors won't
have an advantage over you. During competition and practice, you will know where to
work harder.
2. Don't let the failures of others block your shot at success
PERSEVERE. Even your own failures will help you in future attempts. You can avoid other
people's mistakes.
3. Let your former victories guide you towards future triumphs
EXPERIENCE. You can not buy it! It comes with time/practice. You can also learn from
other people's victories.
4. Don't be handcuffed by traditional thinking
ADAPT. Listen to others who know how. However, you now know #'s 1, 2 & 3. If
there's a way that works for you, even if it's different and non-traditional, use it!
5. Find the courage to stand alone
GUTS. If not you, Who? If not now, When? The road to success is the least traveled path
since it's full of obstacles.
6. Don't forget who brought you to the party
HUMILITY. Give credit to where credit is due. You didn't get there alone. It might be
God, hard work, parents/coaches, teammates, etc. Just remember that if you share the
credit, it will come back to you tenfold.