We say that courage wins victories. It does, at some level. Overcoming fear with a desire for something more important, determination and willpower, resolve—these things are quite formidable. But, they won’t win if they wait until the last minute.
Competence comes from diligence. Skill and know-how need practice and experience—they need time. One can’t sluff off, reject counsel, not learn, then expect to win at the last minute by sheer will. The one whose courage and resolve lead to daily practice and improved skill is the one who will win. That’s why well-earned competence triumphs over last-minute courage.