To quote Mr.Boyd Ducketts March 9th 2011 Bassmaster article on Vandam winning the classic
I believe it's confidence. In fact, here's how I would break down the critical elements of tournament success:
10 percent ability
30 percent preparation
60 percent confidence
That's my theory. I should point out that even though confidence is the dominant driver of success, preparation is one of the keys to gaining confidence. I met Bobby Knight a few years, and he told me one of the most profound things I've ever heard. He said, "Your desire to win can never be greater than your desire to prepare. You have to want it 24/7, not just on game day."
But the bottom line on tournament day is not whether you've prepared; it's whether that preparation has helped give you the confidence you need to winarticle in Bassmaster,,,,