League Mindset

It’s just been 4 weeks, but league play has seemingly been going on for much longer!

We talk about it:

• Is our weak/strong teammate combination working?
• What can I do to make my singles game stronger?
• Who will I play against next week?
• Who will become my nemesis?

We study the stats.

We practice so we can strengthen our weaknesses and confirm our strengths, modifying each as we recall how we failed or excelled just this past session.

We begin to formulate our individual awards goals: Hmm, should I concentrate on GW or FBW to win the prize at the conclusion in January?

And it doesn't stop there! We study the doubles results to see who we partner with for the best results. We make the tough decisions about playing forward or goalie to create the winning team. We make those tough conversations with our league partners about what we need to compete to our full potential.

And then of course there is 2-ball. Wow, 2-ball! Who gets the two handles, and where can he/she be best utilized. If I get the 3-goalie, the last chance to block, and get burned, If I get the 2-bar and fail to control and clear/score, if I am in front and can’t hit the ace, block the goalie attempts, or score against constantly confused, uncoordinated opponents!

Aaah, league, league, league! (Breathes deeply...) Who really, honestly, can sleep well at night while processing these experiences? Yes, leagues are here once again!