Baseline Intelligence with Jonathan Stokke Louis Cayer: Transforming yourself into a confident doubles player
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Jan 29, 2024 Louis Cayer, a top doubles coach, shares insights on player transformation and values. He discusses common traits of world #1s, playing defense at the net, and working with resistant players. Tips on finding the right doubles partner and advice for recreational players are also covered.
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Transforming into a Performer
- Louis Cayer emphasizes that developing a performer is key, not just a player who knows tennis techniques.
- Champion players perform mentally, emotionally, and physically with head, heart, and legs fully engaged.
Build Empowering Beliefs
- Develop empowering beliefs by focusing on controllable factors players can manage during matches.
- Replace fears and unhelpful rules with positive mindset shifts that build confidence and resilience.
Absorbed in Present Moment
- Top doubles players excel when completely absorbed in the present moment, not distracted by past or future emotions.
- Doubles partnerships excel by rescuing each other emotionally and maintaining present focus during tough times.