When to Go Against the Coach’s Directions | #AskASoccerPro Show Ep. 038

In the #AskASoccerPro Show 11 year MLS vet Quincy Amarikwa breaks down the MSL (Mental Strength League), an ongoing game that he believes he and everyone else is a conscious or unconscious participant. 

The MSL is a philosophy and mindset Quincy has developed, refined and implemented over the course of his life and now 11+ year professional soccer career... And what he attributes to finding success in his personal, business and soccer endeavors. 

As a result of the MSL, Quincy created the “Amarikwa Process,” a 7-step mindset process he refers to when tackling any endeavor, or, meeting new, temporary obstacles.

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In today’s episode:

Time Stamp

00:00 - 04:56 - Introduction

05:27 - 07:30 - The value of MSL in late season

13:53 - 17:25 - Going against the coach’s directions

19:26 - 22:05 - Why are players nervous before a game

22:10 - 25:59 - Quincy skips leg day?

26:02 - 30:47 - Invest in yourself

35:08 - 39:58 - The difference between the MLS and the “Top 5” Leagues

44:29 - 46:47 - Shaking off aggressive defenders

Best Quotes From Episode:

1. In late season when bodies are tired, the MENTAL STRENGTH is the only thing that can help you overcome any obstacle.

2. Always come with a perspective of open mindedness and a willingness to learn.

3. One of the biggest reasons why players feel nervous before a game is their lack of confidence in their abilities due to lack of preparation.

4. Making mistakes is required if you want to improve. Your job is to learn from your mistakes and not repeat them.

5. Making small steps of progress, over a period of time will add up to big results.

6. Money makes things easier for people. Even If you don’t have it, that just means you need to work harder.

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