The Krash Course Roller Derby Podcast

Roller Derby Mental Fortitude + Bench Energy During Games

Krissy Krash Season 1 Episode 202

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Getting benched, pulled from a rotation, or asked to carry more responsibility can quickly affect your confidence and performance. In this episode, Head Coach Cyn explains how to mentally prepare for every role on a roller derby team without letting your lineup define your value.

We cover:

  • why your role can change without your value changing
  • the mental challenges faced by primary, supporting, and ready athletes
  • how to reset after mistakes instead of carrying them into the next jam
  • how supporting players can measure impact instead of attention
  • how to stay engaged and prepared while waiting on the bench
  • the three mental skills every athlete needs: presence, ownership, and contribution


Key takeaway: your role is a temporary assignment, not your identity. High-level athletes train themselves to stay present, contribute to the team, and remain ready regardless of how much track time they receive.

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