July 2010

Tom Henman OBE

With the Wimbledon Championships in full swing, the former British Number One tennis player, Tim Henman, reveals how he overcame the pressure of competing and TV Presenter Davina McCall explains how you can build your confidence through exercise. Find out what it's like to be a member of one of the most famous basketball teams in the world, the Harlem Globetrotters, and test your knowledge of football with our brand new World Cup quiz.

Tim Henman OBE
The former British Number One talks about the mental aspect of learning to compete and dealing with pressure on the court.

  • Life skills through tennis.
  • Dealing with pressure.
  • Overcoming setbacks.

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Davina McCallDavina McCall. Copyright: Grant Sainsbury
The TV presenter reveals how being fit has given her more confidence.

  • Planning for success.
  • Building confidence.
  • Working towards a goal.

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Hannah EnglandHannah England
"Push yourself and have determination," says the middle distance runner.

  • Learning to apply yourself.
  • The determination to succeed.
  • Getting the most out of yourself.

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Geraint Thomas MBEGeraint Thomas. Copyright: Bettini Photo Agency
The Tour de France rider and Olympic gold medallist believes "The whole team wins the game."

  • Coming back from injury.
  • Mental preparation.
  • Working well as a team

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Anne RundleWimbledon ball girl
Find out what it takes to become a Wimbledon ball boy or ball girl from Wimbledon's Training and Administration Manager.

  • Good decision making.
  • Communication skills.
  • Learning from each other.

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Bull BullardBull Bullard
The Harlem Globetrotters basketball star tells us what it's like being a member of one of the most famous teams in the world.

  • Making the team.
  • Practice makes perfect.
  • The rewards of dedication.

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