Dissecting High Performance In Tennis

#50: Takura Happy – Being an African Aspiring Tennis Player

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In this episode you’re going to listen to Takura Happy, Takura was born in Zimbabwe & trained at the ITF Developmental center from the age of 13-17 before eventually going to the states to play Division 1 tennis. After College Takura went on tour with Takanyi Garanganga. Currently Takura is based out of Florida working with various junior players.

You’ll get to know:

– What it’s like growing up playing Tennis in Africa

– Why you shouldn’t say “Watch the ball”
– The importance of consistent commitment

Enjoy the show!

Timestamps:

01:30 Growing up as a Tennis player in Africa
03:55 Get comfortable outside the court
06:30 More challenges = stronger mindset
09:15 Mental training for tennis
11:20 Self-assesment
16:35 Tournament scheduling
20:00 An education for life
22:00 Get uncomfortable
23:03 The relationship
26:00 Think like a Champion
28:00 Consistent change
28:30 Don’t look at the ball
30:00 Consistent commitment

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