The Mental Grind- Preseason Prep

Coach Bill Bradley, Varsity Coach- Ashland Kittens, 330 Career Wins

Before our last season we incorporated a more strenuous preseason workout program for our varsity girls program. At first they seemed a bit overwhelmed, but once they realized they could do it, they really bought into what we were trying to accomplish before the October practices started. The confidence the girls began to have in themselves physically carried over to the basketball court.

They realized that mentally preparing for the preseason prep could make a real difference. The preseason work ethic carried over to regular practices and the girls didn't deviate from what we expected and from what they expected of themselves. Their confidence carried over to games, both individually and as a squad.

- Coach Bill Bradley

Coach Bradley takes a net before one of his four consecutive state appearances