The Padel School Podcast

By Sandy Farquharson

Welcome to The Padel School Podcast – hosted by brothers Tom and Sandy Farquharson, former tennis pros turned padel coaches.

Our mission is simple: to give every padel playe

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How many episodes does The Padel School Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 138 episodes available.

The Padel School Podcast episodes:

August 28, 2025 On the Road with Padel: Lessons from America’s Growing Scene
Sandy and Tom are back on the podcast after a short break, catching up on training and travels around the world of padel. In this episode, Sandy takes us inside his three-week road trip across the US, visiting clubs in Charlotte, Philadelphia, New York, and Boston. Unlike his usual trips to hotspots like Miami or LA, this time he set out to explore how padel is growing in new and less established regions.
From clubs in their early stages to more developed projects, Sandy shares what he learned about the very different ways padel is taking root in America. Along the way, he and Tom reflect on the opportunities, challenges, and big questions for the sport’s future: What does it take to build a padel community from scratch? How quickly can padel really grow in the US?
Whether you’re curious about padel’s international growth or just love hearing behind-the-scenes stories from the road, this episode dives into the state of the sport in one of its most talked-about new markets.

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Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players
Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide
Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course

FREE Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessment

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18min
August 13, 2025 Finishing with Composure: Mastering the Art of Closing Points
In this episode, Sandy and Tom dive into one of their favourite topics from advanced and tactical sessions—how to finish points effectively. While it’s tempting to go for the spectacular winner, they explain why the smartest way to close out a rally is often with a cool, composed head.
They discuss how composure under pressure influences your shot selection, positioning, and decision-making, and why rushing to finish can so easily hand the point back to your opponents. You’ll hear practical tips on recognising the right moment to strike, creating high-percentage opportunities, and staying in control when the pressure is on.
Whether you’re competing at a high level or playing club matches, this episode is all about bringing patience and precision together to make your finishes count.
🎾 Tune in to learn how staying calm at the crucial moment can turn you into a more clinical, consistent finisher on court.

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Want to join us on court? https://thepadelschool.com/events

EXPLORE OUR OFFERS:
The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial)
Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players
Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide
Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course

FREE Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessment

Ready to level up your padel?

Get 7 DAYS FREE ACCESS to our online platform packed with exclusive lessons, drills, and pro tips. Don’t miss the chance to sharpen your game — sign up today and start improving right away! 🎾

Access the link above!
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19min
August 06, 2025 What We Can (and Can’t) Copy from the Pros
In this episode, Tom and Sandy dive into a topic that sparks a lot of questions from recreational players—grip changes and technique variation in padel.
From how top players handle low balls with wristy flicks to those who stick with a more traditional continental grip, there’s a huge range of styles even at the highest level. So what does that mean for players learning the game?
They explore the importance of understanding why techniques vary, how to make smart choices in your own development, and why copying the pros isn’t always the best path—especially if you're still building your foundation.
🎾 Tune in for a thoughtful look at grips, technique, and making the game work for you.

EXPLORE OUR OFFERS:
The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial)
Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players
Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide
Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course

FREE Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessment

YouTube – / thepadelschool
Instagram - / thepadelschool
Facebook: / thepadelschool

Want to join us on court? https://thepadelschool.com/events
Read our blogs: https://thepadelschool.com/blog/
Ready to level up your padel?

Get 7 DAYS FREE ACCESS to our online platform packed with exclusive lessons, drills, and pro tips. Don’t miss the chance to sharpen your game — sign up today and start improving right away! 🎾

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15min
July 30, 2025 Holding Serve: How to Win More of Your Service Games
We’re back with another episode, and this time we’re diving into a question that’s come up a lot in recent conversations with our players: how can I win more of my service games?
It’s simple—if you hold serve more often, you give yourself and your team a much better chance of winning the set. Whether you’re a beginner or competing internationally, this episode breaks down a clear and practical focus that every player can apply to start winning more service games.
🎾 Tune in to learn how to take control of your serve and turn it into a consistent advantage on court.

EXPLORE OUR OFFERS:
The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial)
Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players
Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide
Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course

FREE Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessment

YouTube – / thepadelschool
Instagram - / thepadelschool
Facebook: / thepadelschool

Want to join us on court? https://thepadelschool.com/events
Read our blogs: https://thepadelschool.com/blog/
Ready to level up your padel?

Get 7 DAYS FREE ACCESS to our online platform packed with exclusive lessons, drills, and pro tips. Don’t miss the chance to sharpen your game — sign up today and start improving right away! 🎾

Access the link above!
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11min
July 23, 2025 Why All Players Need "The 80% Volley"
Tom and Sandy are back from Madrid, and in this episode, they share their experiences at the FIP Euro Padel Cup. For Tom, it was his first time competing for Team GB, while Sandy was there coaching the team through an intense and exciting week.
They reflect on what it meant for both the men’s and women’s teams to qualify for the 2025 Euro Cup, the atmosphere of representing their country, and their biggest takeaways from playing and coaching at this level.
Most importantly, they discuss what club players can learn from the event and how to bring some of these lessons into everyday training and matches.

EXPLORE OUR OFFERS
The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial)
Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players
Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide
Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course

FREE Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessment

YouTube – / thepadelschool
Instagram - / thepadelschool
Facebook: / thepadelschool

Want to join us on court? https://thepadelschool.com/events
Read our blogs: https://thepadelschool.com/blog/
Ready to level up your padel?

Get 7 DAYS FREE ACCESS to our online platform packed with exclusive lessons, drills, and pro tips. Don’t miss the chance to sharpen your game — sign up today and start improving right away! 🎾

Access the link above!
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27min
July 16, 2025 Routines for Peak Performance: On and Off the Padel Court
In this episode, Tom and Sandy dive into the power of routines both on and off the court, and why they’re such a crucial part of achieving peak performance. While many players think of routines only as warm-ups before a match, there’s so much more to it.
They explore the importance of pre-match preparation, but also the routines within points and games—what you do between points, how you reset, and how these habits keep your mind clear and your focus sharp.
Because at the end of the day, when you perform at your best, you give yourself the best chance to win more matches—which is what every player wants.
🎾 Tune in to learn how building strong routines can transform your padel game.

Explore our offers:
The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial)
Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players
Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide
Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course

FREE Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessment

YouTube – / thepadelschool
Instagram - / thepadelschool
Facebook: / thepadelschool

Want to join us on court? https://thepadelschool.com/events
Read our blogs: https://thepadelschool.com/blog/
Ready to level up your padel?

Get 7 DAYS FREE ACCESS to our online platform packed with exclusive lessons, drills, and pro tips. Don’t miss the chance to sharpen your game — sign up today and start improving right away! 🎾

Access the link above!
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21min
July 09, 2025 Adapting Your Game From Indoors To Outdoors
In this episode, Sandy catches up with Tom to recap his recent tournament in Holland and look ahead to what’s next on the calendar. Fresh off a solid week training with the Dutch team and competing in the Utrecht FIP, Tom shares what made this experience stand out—especially the fact he trained before the tournament indoors, and then had to play his first match outdoors!
They also talk about the benefits of preparing abroad, the level of organisation at one of the best-run tournaments Tom’s ever played, and how this week has set him up for what’s next—the upcoming European Championships.
🎾Tune in for reflections from Holland and a look at the exciting weeks ahead.

EXPLORE OUR OFFERS:
The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial)
Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players
Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide
Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course

FREE Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessment

YouTube – / thepadelschool
Instagram - / thepadelschool
Facebook: / thepadelschool

Want to join us on court? https://thepadelschool.com/events
Read our blogs: https://thepadelschool.com/blog/
Ready to level up your padel?

Get 7 DAYS FREE ACCESS to our online platform packed with exclusive lessons, drills, and pro tips. Don’t miss the chance to sharpen your game — sign up today and start improving right away! 🎾

Access the link above!
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18min
July 02, 2025 Valladolid Premier Recap with Gonza Oubiña
In this very special episode, Sandy is joined by Gonsa Ubenia, his co-commentator during the majors and a familiar voice as a Premier Padel commentator throughout the season. Together, they break down the latest tournament, sharing their thoughts on the overall atmosphere and event highlights.
They discuss the surprise results that shook up the draws, key moments and standout performances from the women’s draw, as well as insights and matches that defined the men’s draw. To wrap up, they share their biggest takeaways from the tournament and what these mean for the rest of the season.
🎾 This episode offers an insider’s look at the matches, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments that fans won’t hear anywhere else.

EXPLORE OUR OFFERS:
The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial)
Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players
Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide
Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course

FREE Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessment

YouTube – / thepadelschool
Instagram - / thepadelschool
Facebook: / thepadelschool

Want to join us on court? https://thepadelschool.com/events
Read our blogs: https://thepadelschool.com/blog/
Ready to level up your padel?

Get 7 DAYS FREE ACCESS to our online platform packed with exclusive lessons, drills, and pro tips. Don’t miss the chance to sharpen your game — sign up today and start improving right away! 🎾

Access the link above!
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25min
June 25, 2025 The Power of Resilience in Padel
Fresh off the mic in Rome, Sandy returns after another exciting week commentating Premier Padel for Red Bull TV. In this episode, he and Tom reflect on what stood out—from the contrast between indoor vs outdoor play, to the types of players who consistently come out on top.
The biggest theme? Resilience. The players who win most often aren’t always the flashiest—they’re the ones who can stick to a mental framework that suits their game, regardless of pressure or conditions.
🎾 Tune in for takeaways from Rome and a deeper look at what mental toughness really means in padel.

EXPLORE OUR OFFERS:
The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial)
Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players
Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide
Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course

FREE Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessment

YouTube – / thepadelschool
Instagram - / thepadelschool
Facebook: / thepadelschool

Want to join us on court? https://thepadelschool.com/events
Read our blogs: https://thepadelschool.com/blog/
Ready to level up your padel?

Get 7 DAYS FREE ACCESS to our online platform packed with exclusive lessons, drills, and pro tips. Don’t miss the chance to sharpen your game — sign up today and start improving right away! 🎾

Access the link above!
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20min
June 18, 2025 Why Drilling Matters: The Key to Long-Term Progress in Padel
In this episode, we shine a light on a crucial—but sometimes underappreciated—part of player development: drilling. While matchplay is fun and exciting, it’s focused, repetitive practice that builds the consistency, confidence, and control needed to truly level up your game.
We’ll explore why drilling is essential for mastering technique, reinforcing good habits, and making your shots reliable under pressure. Whether you're just starting out or aiming to compete, this episode will remind you that long-term improvement starts with purposeful practice.
🎾 Tune in to discover why drilling is the hidden engine behind every great padel player.

EXPLORE OUR OFFERS:
The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial)
Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players
Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide
Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course

FREE Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessment

YouTube – / thepadelschool
Instagram - / thepadelschool
Facebook: / thepadelschool

Read our blogs: https://thepadelschool.com/blog/
Ready to level up your padel?

Get 7 DAYS FREE ACCESS to our online platform packed with exclusive lessons, drills, and pro tips. Don’t miss the chance to sharpen your game — sign up today and start improving right away! 🎾

Access the link above!
...more
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FAQs about The Padel School Podcast:

How many episodes does The Padel School Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 138 episodes available.

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