Scott Wylie on the Cognitive Underpinnings of Decision-Making, the Mental Makeup of Elite PNR Players, and How "Impulse Control" Affects Shot Selection {S2 Cognition}
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Cognitive Decision-Making in Sports
This chapter examines the critical differences between traditional IQ tests and decision-making assessments in athletics, particularly in basketball. It highlights the need for specialized tools to evaluate cognitive skills relevant to real-time sports performance and the importance of aligning athletes' cognitive capabilities with their roles on the team. The discussion underscores how understanding athletes' decision-making processes can optimize training strategies and enhance overall performance.
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