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How We Play

This is the player we're building - the five pillars, and what each one looks like when you take it onto the pitch.

Mental skills

Player Resources

Your toolkit for the season. Tap one to open the guide.

Visualization See it before you do it - rehearse the game in your mind. Self-Talk Coach yourself with the right words under pressure. Breathing Reset and calm your body and mind in seconds. Goals & Reflection Set targets and learn from every session and game.
The 5 pillars

How We Play

Five things every Sporting player shows. This is the standard - on every ball, in every game.

Pillar 01
Drive

Relentless work rate with and without the ball; standards that are upheld no matter the situation.

Pillar 02
Communication

Supports, motivates & celebrates teammates; clear, calm, organizing information shared under pressure.

Pillar 03
Resilience

Unafraid of mistakes; bounces back and keeps errors from affecting the next action.

Pillar 04
Adaptability

Seeks & applies feedback fast; reads the game and solves problems in real time.

Pillar 05
Confidence

Positive body language & enthusiasm; competes with courage and backs their decisions.