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IS YOUR JUNIOR ‘CHOKING’? 7 SIGNS THEY LACK COMPETITION SKILLS, NOT TALENT

When juniors look great in warm-up but fall apart once matches begin, families often call it “choking.” In reality, it’s usually a competition skill gap, not a talent or character issue. This article breaks down seven clear signs to help parents understand what’s missing and what can actually be trained.

Joao Silverio 12/30/25 Joao Silverio 12/30/25

WHEN THE STROKES STAY, BUT THE PLAYER DISAPPEARS: WHY PLAYERS LOSE THEIR GAME IN COMPETITION

Your junior player looks confident in practice, then plays smaller when matches get tight. The strokes are still there, but the decisions change. This isn’t about nerves or effort. It’s about what competitive identity shows up when pressure arrives.