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Sports psychology coach says Detroit Lions are poised to handle pressure surrounding Super Bowl aspirations

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5 months ago

January 26, 2024

Sports psychology coach says Detroit Lions are poised to handle pressure surrounding Super Bowl aspirations

(CBS DETROIT) – The Detroit Lions have shown the world this season that they have what it takes to succeed, but can they handle the pressure — heading into the championship — with a first-ever trip to the Super Bowl on the line?

Metro Detroit sports psychology coach Dr. Jason Novetsky with the Champion Mindset Group tells CBS Detroit he believes the Lions have it in them.

He says that while Sunday’s game against the San Francisco 49ers will be physical, the key to winning will be mental toughness.

“If you see something as a threat, you’re going to be scared, you are going to be worried about a bunch of things outside of your control, and it’s going to freeze you up, and that’s when people tend to choke. And if you see it as a challenge or opportunity, then you will be more present, grounded in the moment, focusing on what you need to do to pursue success than focused on avoiding mistakes,” Dr. Novetsky said.

And make no mistake about it, Novetsky says he has had his challenges with keeping his emotions under wrap. He says it was almost near impossible to do when he spent the Lions’ first two playoff games rooting them on at Ford Field.

“It was emotional. I tried to separate my business side from my fan side, and the fan side took over,” Novetsky said.

As for the fans, he says handling any pressure, anticipation, or excitement is nothing a little meditation, yoga, or even some deep breaths can’t fix before the big game.

“Let’s keep it in perspective; it’s still a sport, it’s a game. Yes, it means a lot. I’m not diminishing that, but it’s not life or death; the sun will come up on Monday, and life will go on,” Novetsky said.

The Detroit Lions travel to take on the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday at 6:30 p.m.

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Man, woman injured in separate incidents at two Metro Detroit lakes

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July 5, 2024

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Man, woman injured in separate incidents at two Metro Detroit lakes

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(CBS DETROIT) – The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two separate incidents at North Commerce Lake and Union Lake.

According to the sheriff’s office, the Search and Rescue Team responded to North Commerce Lake at about 5:57 p.m. for a man who was unresponsive and floating in the water.

Authorities say the 20-year-old Commerce Township man was on a pontoon boat near a sand bar in the lake when he dove off and hit his head on the lake bottom, about 4 feet underwater. The man, who was not wearing a life jacket, was taken to a hospital for serious injuries.

Investigators believe alcohol was a factor.

At about 5:43 p.m., the sheriff’s office said a 32-year-old Waterford Township man was on a personal watercraft when he fell off. The watercraft continued for a distance before hitting a 24-foot pontoon boat.

Authorities say a 29-year-old woman was lying on her back at the teat of the boat when it was struck. She suffered minor injuries and refused treatment at the site.

Alcohol does not appear to be a factor.

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Veterans coping with PTSD amid July 4th fireworks

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July 4, 2024

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A big part of celebrating the Fourth of July is honoring those who’ve served. However, this time of year can also be a nightmare for veterans if you’re not mindful about where you’re lighting your fireworks.

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Lions List of ‘Blue-Chip’ Players Is Astounding

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July 4, 2024

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Lions List of ‘Blue-Chip’ Players Is Astounding

The Detroit Lions have stacked their roster with several talented, gritty young NFL players who fit the culture head coach Dan Campbell and the front office is seeking to fill the locker room with.

In a recent ESPN ranking of each NFL teams’ under-25 talent, the Lions came in No. 2, only behind the Houston Texans.

Brad Holmes’ roster was the only NFL team listed that included five “blue-chip” players under the age of 25, including Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jahmyr Gibbs, Sam LaPorta, Penei Sewell, and Aidan Hutchinson.

“As you can tell by their placement on this list, the Lions aced the top of the past few drafts. We can certainly have some interesting arguments about positional value with the picks that Detroit made, but it’s hard to argue with the results,” writes Aaron Schatz. “Sewell was a first-team All-Pro last season and is 23 years old. LaPorta is also 23 and set an NFL record for catches by a rookie tight end (86). Gibbs and Brian Branch are just 22, while first-round rookie Terrion Arnold is likely to be an NFL starter at 21.”

Last week at the PGA Tour’s Rocket Mortgage Classic, Hutchinson expressed he feels this is the season the team puts it all together and wins a Lombardi Trophy.

“I feel with every fiber of my body, I feel like it’s the year,” Hutchinson told Brad Galli of WXYZ. Honestly, from this year on, every year is the year. With the guys that we have, I hope that we’re going to sustain the success for a long time.”

Detroit is also counting on other talented players to take strides forward in 2024, including Jameson Williams, Brian Branch, Jack Campbell and Arnold.

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