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Article: Eight characteristics of the point guard mentality.(BASKETBALL)
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- Coach and Athletic Director
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- October 1, 2007
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It is no coincidence that every championship basketball team has a player who can control the game when it's winning time. He is the leader at all times, on and off the floor--the player who can intuitively grasp every situation and react to it.
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Allow us to highlight eight of the key components involved in developing the basic point guard mentality.
It is a tedious, careful, and slow process that can be cultivated only by assuming the right approach to the mental aspect of the game.
Great point guards are tough, unselfish, understand the game, and are mentally strong. A winning point guard becomes essential when ...