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How USV Hercules Outsmarted Ajax: Lukas Van Rijswijk
Season 1 · Episode 75

How USV Hercules Outsmarted Ajax: Lukas Van Rijswijk

Mindset For Sport · Dr Christie Scanlon

March 12, 202442m 14s

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Show Notes

Lukas Van Rijswijk shares profound insights into the intricate world of player preparation, mindset development, and the strategic art of winning in football. Lukas, hailing from the Netherlands and linked with USV Hercules, navigates through the podcast with a focus on shaping the mindset of players, particularly in approaching pivotal moments and significant games.


Drawing from his own journey as both a player and practitioner, he sheds light on the importance of mental development and challenges the misconceptions surrounding sports psychology in the Netherlands. The discussion also offers a behind-the-scenes look at the preparations and mindset strategies employed by USV Hercules before a crucial game against Ajax, addressing key aspects such as controlling controllables, managing arousal levels, and navigating the aftermath of intense high-pressure situations in football.


⏰ Timecodes ⏰ (00:00) Preview & Introduction (01:44) Early Beginnings (04:15) Lived Experience (05:49) Understanding Mindset (10:04) Football In The Netherlands (18:04) Helping Elite Performers (22:08) USV Hercules vs Ajax (32:28) Media Reaction 34:30) Lessons Learnt 38:56) Future Plans