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Going Pro by ATA episodes

February 24, 2025 EP036 - Master Strategist Shares His Experience To Help Tennis Players Go Next Level: Peter Karounos
Master strategist who was instrumental in rebuilding the strategy, vision and mission of Port Adelaide Football Club, is now turning his attention to helping tennis players. He has a wealth of experience and a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. If you are interested in the mind and knowing yourself better to unlock potential then this is the episode for you. I personally absolutely loved this conversation and was soo locked in for extract as much wisdom as I could from Peter.
Would love to hear some feedback, hope you enjoy!
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1 hr 5 min
February 04, 2025 EP035 - Dane Sweeny Reveals His Struggles Competing on the ATP Tour
As always, Dane is raw, honest and vulnerable which is one of the reasons why he is soo loved in the tennis community.
This conversation was filmed at the Playford International in Adelaide - October 2024.
Here we explored the struggles of how cutthroat the tour, falling out of the game and learning to find that love for it again, along with finding love off the court and how that can help performance when its with the right person.
We also talked about their project (Life on Tour), you need to check it out, their Youtube Vlogs are some of the best out there to understand the tennis journey.
check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/@LifeontheTour
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22 min
January 31, 2025 EP034 - Just Got A Set Off Jannik Sinner: Tristan Schoolkate Discusses Mindset Going Into AO
Tristan who was one of 2 players in the Australian Open to get a set off the champion off Jannik Sinner. This conversation was recorded in October 2024 at the Playford International, he was kind enough to give us some time between matches.
He spoke about some of his key match experiences that have helped him grow as a player which are helping him instill belief.
Tristan is a great example for young Australian players who are wanting to go to the next level, he is disciplined, hard working, focused, a no fuss kinda guy. We are excited to see his progress moving forward.
We would love to hear what you think about Tristan in the comments.
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20 min
January 25, 2025 EP033 - Dominic Marafiote: From Ex Professional to Developing Players in High Performance
Listen in on Dom’s playing journey, all the highs, lows and learnings. How he overcame burnout to falling into a coaching role to become one of Adelaide leading coach in developing high performance players.
There are soo many gems in this conversation, be sure to listen to the full conversation and share your thoughts in the comments
1 hr 13 min
January 25, 2025 EP032 - How Calum Puttergill Navigates Life on Tour & Found Success in China
Welcome back to Going Pro by ATA.
Here we have Calum Puttergill reflecting on his 2023 season and sharing the lessons he’s learned along the way.
After achieving a career-high doubles ranking of 142, Calum talks about navigating the financial and emotional challenges of life on tour, his breakthrough win in China, and his journey to mastering the doubles game.
Enjoy Calum’s recount of his year, his vision for future success, and his plans for 2024.
44 min
January 24, 2025 EP031 - How Omar Jasika Qualified for the Aus Open and Won Over 30 Matches in a Row in 2024
Welcome back to Going Pro by ATA.
Here we have Omar Jasika sharing his incredible journey over the past year.
Since our last chat, Omar broke through to qualify for the Australian Open main draw, overcoming tough matches and nerves. He reflects on this milestone, the challenges of staying consistent, and how he bounced back to a 30-match win streak.
Enjoy Omar’s recount of his career highlights and his plans for the 2025 season.
29 min
December 01, 2024 Future World #1 to "belligerent drunk": The Story of Todd Ley
We guarantee you've never seen tennis displayed in this light.
It's a different perspective that had Luke questioning his own beliefs of the tennis industry.
This is a perspective cultivated over years of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
This episode is definitely worth a listen regardless of your current playing ability and tennis journey.
To find our more about the book or pre-order, visit:
https://toddley.com.au/
1 hr 6 min
November 30, 2024 How Li Tu Qualified for US Open & Plans to Make ATP Top 100
Welcome back to Going Pro by ATA.
Here we have Li and Luke going for Round 2.
After their previous conversation, Li went on a mission to play some serious tennis and make it deep into tournaments. This eventuated to his viral match against Carlos Alcaraz in the first round of the US Open.
Enjoy Li's recount of this match and his plans for the 2025 season.
32 min
October 06, 2024 EP028 - A Conversation with Former Grandslam Champion: Sandon Stolle
Welcome to another episode of 'Going Pro,' where we sit down with the legendary Sandon Stolle, an Australian tennis icon known for his remarkable doubles career and pivotal Davis Cup contributions. In this insightful conversation, our host Luke Sebastiani explores the journey to becoming a professional through the lens of Sandon Stolle. A former grandslam champion that's been to the highest levels of our sport.
Sandon shares his most memorable matches and the defining moments that shaped his career, including experiences for his country in davis cup and against the world's best players like Mcenroe at Wimbledon.
We then explore current training Dynamics and exlpore the importance of robust training groups - Sandon experienced his own competitive environnnt as a junior and this helped him to excel in the sport.
The converstaion then shifts to tennis travel and how competition abroad helps shape a player. From here we discuss the personal and professional growth that comes from the exposure of getting to know the level and how sometimes this can make or break athletes. Sandon delves into the need for developing a strong tennis culture in South Australia, comparing it with other leading tennis states and what it takes to nurture future champions.
What became clear was sandons passion for athleticism and adaptation. In an era where tennis players are more athletic than ever, Sandon discusses how the game has evolved and why physical training became his focus over traditional coaching and we explore how the 'big' moments in players careers can be pivotal.
Join us as we serve up stories of resilience, strategy, and the essence of what it means to 'go pro' in one of the most demanding sports.
Whether you're a tennis enthusiast, an aspiring athlete, or tennis parent, this episode with Sandon Stolle is a must-watch.
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50 min
October 06, 2024 EP027 - How To Coach Tennis Players To Be Tactically Smarter & Win More: Heiner Wirtz-Fielding
In this enlightening episode of "Going Pro," host Luke Sebastiani sits down with Heiner Writz-Fielding , a seasoned tennis coach with a wealth of international experience.
Together, they explore the evolving landscape of tennis coaching, from the self-taught players of the 80s and 90s to the structured, high-performance environments of today. They discuss how players in the past taught themselves versus the current training and coaching approaches players and families adopt today.
Heiner shares his approach to coaching, emphasising not just technique but how the game can guided by tactics - his insights from working with Judy Murray and observing young talents like Andy Murray have also helped shape his coaching style and approach.
Techniques for adjusting communication based on personality and age are explored, along with when to implement technical changes, the role of imagery in coaching, and the effectiveness of serve-volley tactics. The conversation also touches on future trends, discussing ambidextrous play and its potential impact on the game, highlighted by the special case of Teodor Davidov. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intricacies of tennis coaching, player development, and the strategic evolution of the sport. Heiner's insights provide a rare glimpse into the mind of a coach who has navigated the global tennis scene, offering valuable lessons for coaches, players, and parents. Join us as we delve into the world of professional tennis coaching with Heiner Writz-Fielding.
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1 hr 24 min

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Going pro means ‘in motion’. In the process moving towards a better future, it is daily practice of focusing on ‘the process’ instead of focusing on where you want to end up.