How Do I Prepare to Come Off the Bench in Basketball Video

In this basketball psychology video you will learn how to stay locked in on the bench. We discuss how to stay focused to enter the game off the bench so you are ready to play.

In the Basketball Mental Game Performance video series, mental performance coaches Dr. Patrick Cohn and Carolyne Lawley, M.S. discuss the mental game challenges for basketball players who lack confidence, focus, or composure. Learn mental game performance tips to help you understand how to improve your basketball performance in games.

Be Focused on the Bench in Basketball to Go in Mentally Ready

Last Updated on July 7, 2026 by Patrick Cohn

Patrick Cohn

Mental Performance Coach Dr. Patrick Cohn has helped athletes for over 40 years enhance their performance. Dr. Cohn earned a master's degree in sports psychology from CSUF and a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia, specializing in Applied Sports Psychology. Today, he is the president and founder of Peak Performance Sports, LLC in Orlando, Florida. He's working with Olympic athletes, NFL, NHL, MLB, and professional motocross racers and NASCAR racers.

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