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Emotional Intelligence Sports Inventory Emotional Intelligence determines whether athletes are:      Mentally tough enough to remain self-motivated and sustain competitive energy; Take emotional control in response to frustration and disappointment; Stay mentally alert and focused to deal with distractions and stress; Maintain purpose that enables them to reach beyond current limits and attain their highest goals. Understand how negative emotions are holding them back in competition situations BRIAN CUNNINGHAM AND ASSOCIATES 10