Playing With Controlled Aggression
Controlled aggression helps athletes compete with power and clarity.
Playing aggressive doesn’t mean playing out of control. Great athletes combine assertiveness with discipline — they move decisively, attack openings, and stay composed under pressure.
Controlled aggression improves speed, decision-making, and confidence.
Practice controlled aggression by:
- Attacking space quickly
- Making decisive first moves
- Keeping shoulders relaxed
- Staying locked in on cues, not emotions
Jones & Hardy, Aggression in Sport (1990)
Controlled Attack\n• Play fast, not frantic\n• Aggression + discipline wins\n• Let cues guide intensity
Choose one drill today to practice controlled aggression.
