Mentality Over Outcome: One Step Back, Two Steps Forward
- meganfudge
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
I knew today’s conditions would be tough. The wind was unpredictable, and I hadn’t played singles in a while. But instead of seeing that as a disadvantage, I viewed today as an opportunity—an opportunity to work on my game, to challenge myself, and to trust the process.
Leading up to today, I focused on more aggressive groundstrokes, making sure my weight was moving into my shots, and transitioning more confidently into the kitchen. In my first match, I saw progress. I executed my game plan better, and I was happy with the way I played. The second match? Not as clean. I found myself on my back foot more, reacting instead of dictating. But that’s part of it—one step back, two steps forward.
There have been times when I’ve forced wins through sheer will, grinding out points without truly developing my game. Today, I focused on the bigger picture. I competed hard, but I didn’t overstep the boundaries of what I wanted to accomplish. I stayed in the moment, making sure I was playing the right way rather than just trying to win at all costs.
Check out drone footage from practice yesterday working on getting my weight going into the ball more:
Of course, losing never feels good. I absolutely hate losing. But credit to my opponent—she handled the conditions better, found her spots, and played a great tennis game. I didn’t execute as well as I wanted, but I didn’t let frustration take over. I stayed focused, controlled what I could, and walked away knowing that this was just another step in the journey.
Fitness-wise, I felt strong. Movement was good. Could I have done better? Always. But today wasn’t about perfection—it was about progress.
After singles, I got in some quality games with Jack, playing points and getting comfortable on court. Now, it’s time to shift gears and get ready for mixed doubles tomorrow.
The process matters more than the immediate outcome. One match, one day, one setback doesn’t define the journey. I’m learning, adjusting, and growing—because in the end, mentality is everything.
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