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The Controllables Worksheet
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Next Leavell Inspiration
The
Controllables
Worksheet
Build Confidence By Focusing On
What You Can Control
"Tough players focus on controllables.
That's where confidence grows."
What's Affecting Me?
01Check what is affecting you right now:
Identify the internal and external pressures affecting your mindset today. Recognizing these distractions is the first step to letting them go. Be honest with yourself—what is weighing you down right now?
What is affecting you the most today?
Control Check
Every worry drains your energy. Ask yourself if you have direct control over it. If you do, make an immediate action plan. If you don't, you must write it down and intentionally let it go before you compete.
My Focus
02My Self-Talk
Your internal dialogue dictates your confidence. Identify the negative thoughts holding you back and intentionally rewrite them into powerful, action-oriented statements you can repeat to yourself. Example: Negative: "What if I lose?" → Replacement: "I've prepared for this. Now compete."
Things I Can Control
Rate yourself today on a scale of 1-5 (1 = Poor, 5 = Elite). Be brutally honest with yourself about where your effort, attitude, and focus currently stand. This is where true confidence is built.
Commitment
03Things I Cannot Control
Cross out the things below that are completely outside of your control. Spending energy on these will only drain your confidence and distract you from executing your game plan.
What do you need to let go of today?
My Game Commitment
Choose ONE specific controllable from the list above to focus your entire energy on today. When adversity hits, this is what you will fall back on:
The ONE thing I will focus on today is:
Note To Myself
Write a final reminder to yourself before you step into competition. What is the mindset you need to carry with you? (e.g., Trust my training. One pitch at a time. Stay present.)
Tough players focus on controllables.
That's where confidence grows.
"Coach Dee has been a game-changer for our 11U Rockhounds! His ability to connect with and inspire these boys have helped build their skills, confidence, and love for the game. He pushes them to be their best both on and off the field in a way that doesn’t demand perfection. He shifts the focus from failures to celebrating all the small wins! We highly recommend Coach Dee to any player looking to take their game to the next level!"