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Talk Tennis/ Tennis Warehouse links:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/lnALE0YdwDM?si=rzLV5sMcPqHvU73f

Tennis Warehouse: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/videovault/podcast.html

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/58L96WfoXbREvxdEpGwjQy?si=16fcfc6f4d32418b

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Dive into the latest episode of Vida Tennis featuring the One-on-One doubles and rock and roll king Ed Krass. As the founder and director of One-on-One Doubles Tournaments— an exhilarating tournament style sanctioned by both the USTA and UTR—Ed brings a unique and wildly entertaining flavor to the court.

Ed is also the visionary behind College Tennis Exposure Camps, the world's exclusive tennis camp taught solely by top head college tennis coaches. With his expertise as a USTA High-Performance Coach and a track record of coaching at prestigious institutions like Harvard and Clemson, Ed is a powerhouse in the tennis coaching realm.

In this episode, Ed unravels how One-on-One Doubles came to life, shares insights from his coaching stints at esteemed universities, and offers wisdom on successfully organizing tennis events. 

Get ready to learn from one of the best out there, only here at Vida Tennis.

Created and hosted by Jennifer Gelhaus

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🎾 Dive into the latest episode of Vida Tennis for an inspiring journey with Milagros Sequera, a former top-ranked player in both singles (Top 48) and doubles (Top 29) on the WTA tour. Representing Venezuela in two Olympic games and achieving a Wimbledon mixed doubles semifinalist title, Milagros shares her incredible tennis career story.

From her beginnings in Venezuela to relocating to the U.S. for training, Milagros takes us through her remarkable journey. Not only a tennis champion, but Milagros also pursued her education, earning an undergrad degree from Virginia Tech and a master's in hospitality and tourism management from San Diego State University.

Currently serving as the Senior Manager for Adult Programs and Special Projects at USTA Southern, Milagros offers insights into her post-tennis professional life. With over six years of experience at the USTA, she is also actively involved with Athletes Soul, a non-profit supporting athletes as they transition beyond sports.

Don't miss this compelling episode as Milagros shares the highs and lows of her tennis career and the fulfilling path she's taken after competing at the highest level.

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Dive into a fresh episode of Vida Tennis as we welcome Rishan Ruruppu, a seasoned tennis director with a decade of experience at Roton Point Club. He is also a private family coach in Greenwich and an Executive Leadership Coach. With contributions to tennis publications like NY Tennis Magazine and PTR, Rishan's expertise extends to his podcast, "Zen Tennis by Rish." He is a proud former player for MTSU and the Sri Lankan Davis Cup Team!

This episode delves into the career trajectory of a successful tennis coach evolving into a director. Rishan shares invaluable insights, encapsulated in some of his best one-liners like "scores divide and skills unite," "little things repeated lead to big things completed," and "speed is the enemy of progress." Simple, profound, and easily memorable, these nuggets of wisdom are not to be missed!

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Tune in for a brand-new episode of Vida Tennis! 🎙️ This week, we have an engaging conversation with Eric Loftus, Vice President and Partner at Cape and Island Tennis, New England's premier tennis court and running track contractor. Eric also wears the hat of President at Northeast Padel, a comprehensive padel construction, management, and logistics firm. 🎾

In this episode, we dive into some hot topics, including the surge of pickleball on tennis courts and the accompanying noise issues. We explore the challenges in building more padel courts and the curious absence of red clay courts in the United States. This is a conversation you won't want to miss! 🏓

Join us for an insightful discussion that delves into the evolving landscape of racquet sports. 🗣️🌟

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Join us this week for an extraordinary episode featuring Ann Grossman. 🎙️ Ann is the Chief Executive Officer of the Women’s Tennis Coaching Association (WTCA), the only professional global organization dedicated to supporting coaches working with female tennis players. The WTCA's vision is to elevate the quality of coaching in women's tennis. 🎾🌟

Ann boasts an impressive coaching career, guiding professional tennis players to rankings as high as 150 on the tour. But that's not all—she has an incredible tennis-playing background. Ann competed for over a decade on the tour and achieved a WTA singles ranking of 29, as well as a doubles ranking of 31. She has secured wins over top-ranked players, including Martina Navratilova, Tracy Austin, Gabriela Sabatini, Jana Novotna, Conchita Martinez, Mary Jo Fernandez, and Zina Garrison. 🏆🎾

Ann's journey from humble beginnings on a farm in Grove City, Ohio, where she was coached by her dad, to becoming a professional tennis player traveling the world and competing against the very best, is nothing short of inspiring. 🌾

In this episode, Ann shares remarkable insights into what it takes to coach players of all levels and ages, with a special focus on working with female players. 🗣️🌟

Don't miss this chance to gain wisdom from a true tennis legend. Tune in to hear Ann Grossman's incredible story and invaluable coaching insights! 🎧🔥

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 🎙️ This week, we're celebrating Sustainability Day with a very special guest, Christophe Firth, a true expert in sustainability.

Christophe is a partner at Kearney's Communication, Media, and Technology Practice, where he has dedicated 14 years to making a positive impact. Kearney, a global management consulting firm, collaborates with over three-quarters of the Fortune Global 500 companies, as well as influential governmental and nonprofit organizations. 🌍

Beyond his impressive career, Christophe is a lifelong racquet sports player and a passionate advocate for sustainability. 🎾🌿

In this episode, he shares with us some of the remarkable initiatives currently underway in the tennis industry to promote sustainability, as well as the challenges and opportunities for further growth. 🌱

We hope this episode will inspire you to take meaningful actions and remember that every small effort can make a significant difference. As Christophe's favorite Scottish saying goes, "many a mickle makes a muckle." 💪

Get ready to hear from one of the best out there, only here at Vida tennis!

Created and hosted by Jennifer Gelhaus

Christophe's LinkedIn article:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/tennis-teardown-improving-sustainability-through-product-firth

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Get ready for an exciting new episode of the Vida Tennis Podcast! 🎙️ This week, we're thrilled to introduce our special guest, Fernando Segal, the visionary founder and president of the Segal Institute for Human Performance and Tennis Development.

Fernando serves as the president of the Global Professional Tennis Coaching Association for Argentina and Chile. His extensive career includes directing National Development Programs for Federations and Tennis Projects in countries such as Argentina, México, Brazil, New Zealand, the United States, and many others. 🌎

Through his exceptional programs, Fernando has empowered his players to achieve an impressive 16 junior Grand Slam titles and secure positions in the ATP/WTA top 100 rankings. 🏆🎾

But that's not all—Fernando is also an accomplished author, having penned 11 tennis books. He's the brilliant mind behind the incredible World Tennis Conference, an event that has left a significant mark on the tennis world. 📚🌟

In our captivating conversation, Fernando shares his remarkable tennis journey, his coaching and management philosophies, and the key areas that tennis professionals should focus on.

Fernando's passion for the sport is truly contagious, and this episode is a treasure trove of knowledge and inspiration. Don't miss it! 🎧🔥

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WORLD TENNIS CONFERENCE/FERNANDO SEGAL LINKS:

https://www.facebook.com/p/World-Tennis-Conference-GptcaSi-2024-100063907731080/

wtc4.coachtube.com

wtcclubmembership.coachtube.com

www.segalinstitute.org

www.fernandosegal.com

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USTA Florida Here to Serve Podcast Episode:

https://youtu.be/IwwApduEAPo?si=ZRJ08uGPYZPGpbrx

⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/here-to-serve/id1509454223?i=1000630983099⁠

Welcome to another captivating episode of the Vida Tennis Podcast! 🎙️ This week, we have a special guest, David McNamara, sharing his remarkable journey and insights.

David serves as the Director of Tennis at the West Chop Club on Martha’s Vineyard and holds the position of Head Tennis Pro at the Gulf Stream Bath and Tennis Club in Delray Beach. 🌴

His impressive career includes roles as the Head Tennis Pro at Piping Rock Club in New York, Director of Tennis at the Beach Club in Palm Beach, and Head Tennis Coach at Middle Tennessee State University, where he not only played but also secured the school’s first-ever All American Doubles National Championship. 🏆🎾

Hailing from Australia, David brings a wealth of experience to our conversation. 🇦🇺

In this episode, we dive into the unique lifestyle of working at seasonal clubs, exploring the challenges and rewards. David generously shares his coaching philosophies and imparts valuable advice for young professionals. 🗣️

One of our favorite takeaways: "Do an amazing job every single time because you never know who is watching." 🌟

Get ready to hear from one of the best out there, only here at Vida Tennis!!! Enjoy!! 

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Get ready for another great episode of Vida Tennis as we dive into a conversation with Ryan Redondo! 🎙️

Ryan serves as the CEO of Taktika Padel, the leading Padel operator on the West Coast, with a visionary plan to open an impressive 200 public Padel courts across the region within the next two years. 🎾

But that's not all! Taktika Padel has made history by launching the first-ever Padel and Pickleball facility on a college campus in the United States at the University of the Pacific. 🌟

Ryan's remarkable journey doesn't stop there. He's also the CEO for Youth Tennis San Diego and recently held the position of General Manager at the Barnes Tennis Center, which proudly hosts the San Diego Open. 🏆

In our engaging conversation, we explore the dynamic growth of Padel, its symbiotic relationship with tennis and tennis professionals, the considerations and costs involved in constructing Padel courts, and the exciting prospect of Padel and Pickleball entering the college sports arena. 🏟️

This episode is a deep dive into the world of racquet sports, innovation, and the future of sports on college campuses. Don't miss it! 

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