The Mentally Tough Kid by Brent Matthews

About The Mentally Tough Kid by Brent Matthews

Do you want to raise an athlete who’s not just talented—but resilient, coachable, and built for life’s toughest challenges?
In today’s competitive youth sports world, talent isn’t enough. Mental toughness is what sets great athletes apart—and it starts with the right guidance at home and on the practice field. In The Mentally Tough Kid, coach and mentor Brent Matthews shares 7 proven strategies to help young athletes thrive under pressure, bounce back from setbacks, and lead with heart.

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Inside you’ll learn how to:
✅ Apply 7 winning strategies that build mental toughness
✅ Develop daily habits that sharpen focus and reduce anxiety
✅ Teach kids how to handle mistakes, pressure, and failure
✅ Instill grit, perseverance, and emotional resilience
✅ Build team-first culture and leadership skills
✅ Coach and support without causing burnout or pressure

This book delivers practical, down-to-earth tools for parents and coaches who want to raise not just good players—but great teammates and future leaders.

You don’t need to be an expert—just someone who cares.
Grab your copy of The Mentally Tough Kid today and start building champions for life.

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Author Bio:
Brent Matthews is a passionate coach, mentor, and father dedicated to raising mentally tough and resilient young athletes. With over 20 years of experience in youth sports and athletic development, Brent has seen firsthand how mental strength—not just raw talent—sets young athletes apart.

His journey began as a high school coach in a small Midwestern town, where he quickly noticed that the kids who thrived were the ones who could handle pressure, bounce back from failure, and stay focused through adversity. That realization sparked a lifelong mission to help kids build grit and character—on and off the field.

Driven by the belief that mental resilience can be taught, Brent has spent his career creating strategies that empower young athletes, support parents, and uplift community-based sports programs. His work combines practical coaching insight with proven sports psychology to bridge the gap between performance and personal growth.

Brent also champions sportsmanship as a key pillar of athlete development. He teaches that respect, humility, and integrity are just as important as winning—and that true success lies in how athletes carry themselves in both triumph and defeat.