Sports psychology on television: The following television show with Dr. John F. Murray aired on the Pan American Sports Network (shown throughout the Spanish speaking world) in the early 2000s on the show Tenis American latina (Latin American Tennis) hosted by Jose Luis Clerc, former #3 ranked tennis player in the world.… Read the rest
CBS Sports – Dec. 9, 2009 – By Lesley Visser – Excellent footwork? Check. Concentration? Solid. Reliable forehand? Naturally. It’s when she says, “Daddy, can you take me to the bathroom?” that something seems a little strange. Racket control and two-fisted backhands aren’t unusual at a noted tennis academy, but this prospect just turned 5 years old.… Read the rest
Special to JohnFMurray.com – Hall of Fame sports broadcaster Lesley Visser recently agreed to write the epilogue for an upcoming book published by World Audience in New York City and authored by Palm Beach clinical and sports psychologist Dr. John F.… Read the rest
Tweet Slate Magazine – Huan Hus – June 2, 2009 – The only way to end America’s Grand Slam drought – With Andy Roddick’s loss at the French Open on Monday, American men have now failed to take the title in 22 straight Grand Slam tournaments, extending the longest dry spell in U.S.… Read the rest
I hope you are having a nice holiday! Today I have prepared a theme with 5 ways to cope with the holiday or financial stress we might find ourselves in these days. Consider the following 5 activities to help survive the psychological, economic, or family turmoil of our times: Seek Information and Greater Knowledge In these difficult economic times, you might be feeling more stress lately, especially when combined with the holidays.… Read the rest
Miami Herald – November 11, 2008 – Greg Cote -Have you found yourself awakening Mondays with a bit less dread for the work week? Have you rediscovered the lost bounce in your step or noticed that people seem to be smiling more easily lately?It… Read the rest
Los Angeles Times – May 27, 2006 – Martin Henderson – You watch them play softball, they smile the whole time. They run the bases 110%. They love the game, they love their teammates, they love the sport. ‘You can see the glow in their faces.… Read the rest
Tampa Tribune – Apr 18, 2008 – Eddie Daniels – Varsity rosters around the Bay area have been sprinkled with middle-school athletes, many of whom have been key components to their teams. Sounds strange, but it’s happening. Berkeley Prep eighth-grade pitcher Jenny Weissman is ranked 12th in the state in strikeouts, fanning 122 batters.… Read the rest
