Sixtine Macquet, between rigor, passion and ambition
A promising start
Sixtine Macquet discovered basketball at the age of 7. She quickly distinguished herself and joined the departmental, regional, and then national teams. After a year in a sports-study program , she joined INSEP , the French national sports training center, where she trained for three years. At 18, she signed her first professional contract and joined a Ligue 2 team. A season later, she won the French championship and was promoted to Ligue 1. Today, she plays for Basket Landes and represents the French 3x3 team every summer.
An intense routine, with recovery as a cornerstone
Sixtine's schedule revolves around training, matches, and travel. With two matches a week, managing her recovery is crucial. Weight training, team practices, shooting sessions, and appointments with the physiotherapist make up her daily routine. She emphasizes the importance of recovery to avoid injuries and maintain peak performance throughout the season.
Mental preparation: a real lever for performance
For the past five years, Sixtine has been working with a mental coach . Every two weeks, she takes the time to address key topics such as concentration, confidence, routines, and goal setting . For her, this approach is just as important as physical preparation. She cites Teddy Riner as an example to illustrate how much mental strength can make a difference at the highest level.
Overcoming difficulties, bouncing back stronger
She mentions challenging periods in some teams, particularly during the relegation playoffs, where the pressure can be overwhelming. Despite these tense moments, she managed to bounce back by stringing together victories. Far from holding her back, these experiences propelled her to progress and ultimately reach the EuroLeague level.
Career highlights
Two memories remain etched in her mind. The first, her U23 3x3 world championship title won against the United States in 2022.
His advice for younger people
To young athletes who dream of reaching the top level, she imparts three essential keys: believe in yourself, give yourself the means to succeed, and above all, never lose the joy of the game. For her, it is this genuine passion that allows you to persevere over the long term.
Future goals and dreams of grandeur
Sixtine doesn't plan to stop there. She's aiming for a strong performance with the French 3x3 team this summer . In the longer term, she dreams of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics… and why not a career in the WNBA 🇺🇸.
A philosophy of life
" Everything that happens to you is for your own good. " This quote accompanies her every day. For her, every obstacle is an opportunity to learn, grow, and forge her own path to excellence.