In this episode of the Athletes Edge Coaches Edition podcast, host Tony Everett speaks with Ryan Curry, co-founder of Vision X Sports, about the importance of integrating visual skills and mental performance in athlete training. They discuss how visual skills can be developed and trained, the significance of mental performance in sports, and the role of coaches and parents in supporting young athletes. The conversation emphasizes the need for intentionality and purpose in training, as well as the importance of creating a supportive environment for athletes to thrive.

takeaways

• Vision X Sports is a mental performance platform for athletes.
• Visual skills are crucial for athletic performance and can be trained.
• Mental performance and visual training should be integrated for optimal results.
• Coaches need to understand the visual skills of their athletes.
• Parents should support their children without adding pressure after competitions.
• Encouraging athletes to ask questions fosters improvement and confidence.
• Intentionality and purpose are essential in sports training.
• Negative thinking can hinder performance; neutral thinking is beneficial.
• Athletes should experience multiple sports for well-rounded development.
• Building confidence in young athletes is key to their long-term engagement in sports.

Sound Bites

• "Visual skills are learned, not just innate."
• "Can you still perform at your best when tired?"
• "Negative thinking works 100% of the time."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Vision X Sports

03:46
The Importance of Visual Skills in Sports

07:34
Assessing Visual Skills in Young Athletes

10:13
Integrating Mental Performance with Visual Training

16:09
Coaching Insights on Visual Skills

18:37
Understanding Youth Athlete Development

22:29
The Importance of Visual Skills in Sports

25:35
Supporting Young Athletes: The Role of Parents and Coaches

27:58
Intentionality and Purpose in Sports

29:55
Neutral Thinking: A New Approach to Performance

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