Bench Energy That Changes Games
Bench players can shift momentum and culture with energy, communication, and focus.
Benches win games more often than people realize. A locked-in bench brings communication, encouragement, and pressure on opponents. A dead bench silently drags the team's energy down.
You do not need minutes on the floor or field to impact the game. Energy, communication, and support are skills any athlete can bring.
Ways to impact from the bench:
- Call out information your teammates cannot see
- Celebrate hustle and smart plays
- Stay ready mentally in case your role changes mid-game
- Match your body language to the standard you want
Martin et al., Behavioral Contributions to Team Performance (2011)
Win From the Bench\n• Energy and info change games\n• Bench players matter\n• Your body language sets a standard
If you are on the bench today, pick one way to impact the game with your energy.
