Turnover
Lost the ball in a challenge or it was intercepted.
You lose the ball in a duel. You're raging and want to win it right back. But you don't have to fix every mistake on your own.
What can help you right now
- 1React to the ball and your opponent without risking a reckless foul. Stick to your job tracking back.
- 2If there's time, shake out your hands and tell yourself, 'get back and pick up'.
- 3Offer an option again on the next attack. Base your move on how the defence sets up, not on frustration from the last duel.
Here's what that can look like in handball
You get double-teamed and lose the ball. Next time, look for an open pass earlier instead of trying to muscle through the exact same challenge.
For your next training session
Practise the scenario with passing options. Discuss when to take on your player one-on-one and when to pass – that's more than just a matter of confidence.
How you can bring it up
'I spotted the second defender too late. Where was my open pass?'
Things you don't have to deal with alone
You don't need a formal reset routine while a fast break is happening. The game comes first.
If you want to keep working on this
Suitable Mental Hacks
Methods and boundaries of these tips
The linked methods outline general approaches. They don't prove that these exact steps will work for you. These tips are ideas to try out, not a guarantee of better performance or more minutes.