What are the YIPS?
Hugely feared and rarely discussed the yips is an affliction which results in extreme technical, physical and mental difficulties for an individual that can often lead to quitting their sport or profession. Anybody who has experienced the Yips has reported uncontrollable shaking, trembling, involuntary movements and an inability to repeat relatively simple hand and arm actions.
This can result in detached feelings, excessive anxiety, embarrassment and even paranoia.