Allow room for flexibility. In an actual competition, things aren't usually going to play exactly by the books. While you're practicing, you'll usually be playing under optimal circumstances. In order to make sure you'll be up for the unforeseen challenges, you need to predict the conditions of the competition.Ask yourself if you are learning a skill, or if you're learning to actually use that skill in the competitions you'll be in.
- Remember this motto: "Train the way you want to play."
- There's no way to perfectly replicate a competition in practice, but playing with other people can get you used to the scenarios you'll need to beware of.
