Preventing Scoring Slumps with a Shooters Mentality

In basketball, shooters often discuss the ebb and flow of their performance, experiencing both hot streaks and slumps, a phenomenon prevalent in all sports.

Players often describe having the “hot hand” when their shots are consistently falling, feeling confident and unstoppable. Conversely, during slumps, they struggle with confidence and doubt their abilities.

During these challenging times, basketball players tend to overanalyze their shots, leading to increased tension and a lack of fluidity in their shooting motion.

This overthinking can be detrimental, causing players to worry excessively about outcomes and their performance, which can further exacerbate the slump.

To excel on the court, confidence, trust, and a calm mind are essential components of a player's mental game.

Steph Curry, a renowned NBA player for the Golden State Warriors, exemplifies the shooter’s mentality. Known for his remarkable shooting ability, Curry maintains a confident and resilient mindset, even during challenging times.

Curry emphasizes the importance of not getting too high or too low, maintaining a balanced perspective on his performance. Regardless of whether he's having a great game or a challenging one, Curry stays focused on his process and trusts in his abilities.

In the face of adversity, Curry's unwavering self-belief and commitment to his craft have been instrumental in his success.

For players looking to adopt a shooter's mentality, Curry offers valuable advice: keep working, stick to shots you're comfortable with, and trust that your hard work will pay off.

To develop this mindset, focus on the following:

1. Shooter’s shoot: It's your job to keep shooting, regardless of the outcome. Stay confident and continue taking shots.

2. Avoid overthinking: Overanalyzing your shots can interfere with your performance. Focus on the process and trust your instincts.

3. Remember the law of averages: After a few misses, the odds are in your favor of making the next shot. Stay confident and trust in your abilities.

By adopting a shooter's mentality, you can overcome slumps, maintain confidence, and elevate your game to new heights.

Stay Resilient

And there you have it - this is how we help our players build their confidence at the start of the off season. This year, you deserve to reach your full potential, reach the flow state in all your competition, remember that.

Coach Dave

Founder Flow State Basketball

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