The UTR Pro Tennis Tour Podcast with James McKie

Very important topics here with Nick at OU! We talked about the importance of recruiting Americans, his fundraising efforts in the city of Norman, and what the future holds for the Sooners! College tennis is changing, and so are the rules. We did talk about those rules and what could happen here in the near future. The Sooners are top 10 by UTR and they are hosting a PTT in the next 2 weeks. Can OU make a run for a National Championship?

The biggest thing happening in Baton Rouge right now is this podcast!! :) Really genuine, real and special conversation here with Danny. We covered many topics including NIL, the importance of Mid-Major tennis, being a coach AND a parent, 5 for 5, NCAA rules, combining college and pro tennis and the future of LSU tennis. Danny & Taylor Fogleman have known each other for years, they are now building something special at LSU.

This is good stuff right here! Trying to get to the top? Are you a parent of an aspiring pro? Are you stuck and not sure how to get there? Stop what you are doing and listen to this one. Brad is currently coaching Tommy Paul and has worked with many top players including Jim Courier. Tommy is getting ready to play R2 at US Open today. Let's get behind him and Brad!

College athletics is changing — and so is college tennis.

Today’s college coach is responsible for much more than coaching. How are you generating new revenue? Fundraising? Engaging your local tennis community? Creating NIL opportunities for your student-athletes?

In this episode, we break down how college programs can incorporate UTR Sports into their program to create new revenue opportunities, engage their community, and provide more opportunities for their players.

We’ve introduced several new concepts designed specifically for college tennis — and they’re easier to implement than you might think.

If you’re a college coach, this is a must-listen.

Fascinating conversation here with Sam in regards to the recent ruling about student-athletes who enrolled in 2022. What does this ruling mean? What does the future hold? I HIGHLY advise all coaches, players and parent listen to real, legal information from a professional in the industry. The future is uncertain, be prepared!

Truly remarkable conversation with Judy Murray as she shares the experiences, lessons, and philosophies that have shaped her journey through the sport of tennis.

Whether you’re an aspiring professional, parent, coach, or simply passionate about the game, this episode is packed with practical advice and valuable perspective. Judy discusses the importance of trusting your instincts, learning from others, embracing calculated risks, and always keeping the long-term development of players at the forefront. Growing up in Scotland, Judy coached me from a young age. She brought positivity on a daily basis and truly loves the game.

Topics include:

- What is Judy Murray doing now? 🤔

- Practical advice for parents raising young players 📚

- “Doubles is the bedrock of tennis.” 💪

- The continued rise of women’s tennis 📈👧

- Why college tennis plays such an important role in player development 🌎🇺🇸

Tune in!

Taylor has built a powerhouse in Baton Rouge. How does he lead this team? He has built and incorporated professional tennis into the program - he had two players this year who played for the team and played Grand Slams during the college season. Great discussion involving many topics including the importance of getting enough matches, PTT, daily improvement and treating all players the same. Tune in!

Johannus Monday went from a 12.2 UTR with no college offers to the #1 player in college tennis. A lot of players and parents can learn from this. Johannus went to the correct school for him, listened, matured and arguably will go down as one of the best to play college tennis. Listen to his story as Jo is now competing on the pro tour. Highs and lows, injuries, scheduling, sponsors and many more topics. Make sure you are READY before turning pro. We also discussed doubles and NIL. Tune in!

Listen to one of the experts in the industry! Great discussion with Thomas Anderson covering many topics regarding college tennis. Thomas and his team have been placing prospective student-athletes for over 30 years and has real advice for players seeking college life in the US. Times are changing for Olympic sports like tennis. Choose the correct school for YOU. Tune in!

Fresh off another National Championship, Mark Weaver and the Aggies are at the top of the game. How do they run this program? Find out. Great discussion with Mark covering many important topics including the transfer portal, NIL, recruiting and the NCAA tournament. What does the future look like for our championships. Orlando for 10 years? Make or break for our sport in my opinion. Tune in!