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Nov 2022
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Focus on Making Plays to Have Better Hoc...

DR. PATRICK J. COHN
About this episode

All hockey players want to have good statistics and score points, right? But should you focus on your stats when you play a game?

In this episode, you learn what to focus on during the game to have good statistics. Peak Performance Sports, LLC helps athletes improve mental skills for success in sports. We work with athletes in all sports - junior to professional - via video mental coaching from anywhere in the world.

Dr. Patrick Cohn is a master mental performnace coach who works with junior to professional athletes at Peak Performance Sports, LLC. ​​​ Improve your mindset for sports with mental training for athletes. Learn more at peaksports.com.

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