What is the fear of basketballs called?

Edit. Basketballophobia is the fear of basketball.

Was Michael Jordan nervous before games?

In an interview, Michael Jordan once said “I was pretty much nervous before every game”. Now recognizing that this is a sensation that all players have felt at some point in time, how do we combat it?

How do I get over my fear of losing a game?

Below are some tips you can use to overcome your fear of losing in sports-

1. You need to pay more focus to performing efficiently instead of performing perfectly.
2. You should focus on success instead of worrying about failing.
3. One more step is to build your confidence.
4. Try to embrace the challenge.
5. Try to visualize.

How did Michael Jordan handle anxiety?

Michael Jordan told ESPN he never let nerves impede his performance because of the way he practiced. Jordan practiced harder than he played the games. He practiced so much he felt prepared for anything that came his way. Psychologist Andres Ericsson says “deliberate practice” is the key to peak performance.

Does Michael Jordan have anxiety?

With the weight of the sports world seemingly on his shoulders, Jordan could have dealt with anxiety or had trouble sleeping since everyone expected him to score 40 points every game for the Bulls. However, Jordan not only understood the expectations that were placed on him, but he also never shied away from them.

What is my phobia called?

For example, a fear of water would be named by combining hydro (water) and phobia (fear). There’s also such a thing as a fear of fears (phobophobia)….The sum of all fears so far.

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Achluophobia	Fear of darkness
Acrophobia	Fear of heights
Aerophobia	Fear of flying
Algophobia	Fear of pain