Goals are things we want to accomplish. A goal is created when you take and idea or dream and begin to make a plan to accomplish that goal. Think of a goal as your personal roadmap for success!
Goals are important because they help guide our activities and bring purpose to what we do and how we prioritize our time. Clearly stated goals help to increase motivation because you are working on something that you are passionate about!
Examples of Goals in Soccer:
- Learning to Juggle
- Improving Ball Control
- Improving your fitness
- Becoming more confident taking PKs
How to Create a Goal
The best goals are stated in a way that is Specific, Measurable, and Attainable with clear Results in a set amount of Time. The bold words form the acronym SMART.
Try and make your goals:
- Specific
- Measurable
- Attainable
- Results you can see
- Timely
Mental Skills
Here’s an easy way to set a SMART Goal.
I want _________________________________________________________________________________________________
by _____________________________________________________________________________________________________
because _______________________________________________________________________________________________.