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Why Mental Performance Coaching

May 20, 2026
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Success doesn’t happen by accident — it’s built through process, discipline, and mindset. Mental performance coaching helps athletes train the part of their game that often goes overlooked: the mind. A certified coach like Coach Fran Davis teaches athletes how to think strategically, manage emotions, and stay composed under pressure. When the mental game is strong, every skill, tactic, and physical effort becomes sharper and more effective. Mental performance coaching gives athletes the ability to turn stress into focus and setbacks into growth. Through proven techniques like visualization, goal setting, and mental recovery routines, Fran helps competitors develop confidence that

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Unlock Your Full Potential

May 20, 2026
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Why Mental Performance Matters Working with a certified mental performance coach gives athletes the tools to master the part of the game that matters most: the mind. Physical training builds skill, but mental training builds consistency, confidence, and resilience — the qualities that separate good athletes from great ones. A coach like Fran Davis helps athletes understand how their thoughts, emotions, and habits directly influence performance, giving them the ability to stay composed under pressure and compete with clarity. Focus, Confidence, and Competitive Calm A certified mental performance coach teaches athletes how to sharpen focus, manage nerves, and maintain confidence

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Coaching Announcement

May 5, 2024
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I am super excited to announce that I was selected in February 2024 by Team Dovetail to Coach with Rocky Carson and train DJ Mendoza to strengthen his mental toughness and game planning. This will include extensive video analysis, enhanced drilling sessions and improved overall game planning and game management to develop a championship racquetball game. DJ will be at the top of my list and this is what I’m focusing on until he reaches his goals. I am so proud to see DJ’s game starting to take shape and seeing his results after watching him compete in the Battle

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Back to Back Weekend Coaching

June 5, 2022
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| Categories: Events, International Racquetball Tour (IRT), Latest News, Mental Toughness, Strategies / Skills, United States Racquetball Association (USRA)

[ngg src="galleries" ids="14" display="basic_slideshow"] Well I finally have a weekend off from coaching two tournaments in a row: Last Weekend April 29-May 1, 2022, I coached Rocky Carson at the IRT ProStop in LA, CA a part of Team Dovetail. Also attending was Team Zurek Sebastian Franco/Eduardo Garay, Men’s Open Doubles (2nd) Erick Trujillo /JP Gonzales, Men's Open Doubles (3rd) Francisco Fajardo Men’s 30/40 (3rd) Francisco Fajardo/Eduardo Castaneda, Men’s Elite Doubles (Semi's) Then the weekend of April 22-24, 2022 I went to Portland, OR for the USAR NW Regionals. I started the weekend off coaching Charlie Pratt who’s preparing for

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The Pass Forehand Down the Line with Rocky Carson

December 3, 2021
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| Categories: International Racquetball Tour (IRT), Latest News, Mental Toughness, Strategies / Skills, Tips and Techniques
Rocky Carson hitting a forehand shot.

Happy Friday and good early morning. Since the World Racquetball Championships are in full swing, I wanted to share another valuable tip for all you, courtesy of IRT pro Rocky Carson. As you know, I am Rocky's coach and these are the same techniques I continue to teach and use with all my athletes. I am offering a 25% DISCOUNT on my book, DVD and all my coaching packages, so treat yourself to this big savings and let's elevate your game! It’s super easy, go to www.frandavisracquetball.com and then click the store link at the top. Make sure to use promo code HOLIDAY25 at

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Fran Davis One Day Clinic Las Vegas, NV – May 16, 2021

April 29, 2021
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Attention Racquetball Enthusiasts! Sunday, May 16, 2021 from 9:00am to 12:00 pm PST there will be a one day clinic held at the Las Vegas Athletic Club - Central in Las Vegas, NV taught by Coach Fran Davis. Session Includes: Lecture on topics such as Court Position, Shot Selection, Serve &/or Serve Return for Singles and some Doubles Playing/Critiquing on the Court as well Giveaways & Wrap Up You do NOT want to miss this GREAT Opportunity to work with Coach Fran Davis, the #1 coach/instructor in the world. She presently coaches Rocky Carson, #3 IRT Pro Player/1x US Open Champion/5x

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Video Tip: When To Use the Pass Shot

April 1, 2021
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Good morning everyone. Have you watched my “Video Tip” series featured on the LPRT Facebook, my YouTube Channel, and FranDavisRacquetball? This goes over “Off Balance Reaching Go to the Ceiling" featuring world no. 1 Paola Longoria and Samantha Salas Solis. In this video tip I discuss and show an example of when you are off balance and can reach to the ceiling to reset the rally. This is another mental and physical technique that I emphasize with all my players. Knowing when to hit a shot that gives you the best opportunity to win a rally. If you like what

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Fran Davis One Evening Clinic Port Richey, FL – March 10, 2021

March 7, 2021
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Attention Racquetball Enthusiasts! Wednesday, March 10, 2021 from 5:00pm to 8:00 pm EST there will be a One Evening Clinic held at the Richey Racquet in Port Richey, FL taught by Coach Fran Davis. Session Includes: Lecture on topics such as Court Position, Shot Selection, Serve &/or Serve Return for Singles and some Doubles Playing/Critiquing on the Court as well Giveaways & Wrap Up You do NOT want to miss this GREAT Opportunity to work with Coach Fran Davis, the #1 coach/instructor in the world. She presently coaches Rocky Carson, #3 IRT Pro Player/1x US Open Champion/5x World Champion, and

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