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The Coach's Playbook: Weekly Edition

The Coach's Playbook: Weekly Edition" is your go-to source for the latest in tennis coaching. Delivered every week, this concise yet comprehensive newsletter offers a blend of practical tips, strategic insights, and updates on the latest trends in tennis coaching. Perfect for busy coaches seeking to stay ahead of the game, each edition is packed with valuable content designed to enhance your coaching skills and keep you informed in an ever-evolving sport.

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How I Handled a Tough Question: "Who is Right, You or My Other Coach?

Hey Reader, Last week, I faced one of those moments that every coach dreads and cherishes in equal measure—a challenging question from a player that really makes you think on your feet. The question was simple yet profound: "Who is right, you or my other coach?" Navigating such questions is never straightforward, especially when it involves reconciling different coaching philosophies that a player might encounter. How did I address this without undermining the other coach or confusing the...

6 days ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader In the ever-evolving world of tennis, a burning question keeps surfacing in my thoughts and discussions: Are traditional coaching methods truly serving our players, or are they actually limiting their potential? 🎾 The Traditional Training Model: Structured and Repetitive We've long embraced a coaching framework that stresses the importance of rigorous, structured practice—think endless drills and basket feeding, all under the watchful eye of a coach. This method has been backed by...

13 days ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader, As we step into May, I'm thrilled to share an exciting lineup of content specifically tailored to tackle the common challenges and pain points we face on the court. This month at My Tennis Coach Academy, we've curated powerful resources designed to enhance your coaching toolkit and elevate your players' performance. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store: 🎾 Friday, 3rd May - Dynamic Drills: Orange Stage Tennis Lessons Unlock the potential of your young athletes with our...

19 days ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader, This term at our club, we've embarked on a thrilling journey to redefine how players master the art of changing direction during play. Gone are the days of predictable, closed drills where I would dictate every move—deep ball here, short ball there. While those drills made me look good, they didn’t necessarily empower my players to truly excel in their unique styles. Enter the ecological approach—a game-changer in how I coach and how players learn. This philosophy doesn't just...

27 days ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader, Who needs sleep when you've got tennis on the brain, right? Let me take you back a few weeks ago, in the heart of David Lloyd Enfield. I, Steve Whelan, your trusty tennis coach developer, and the awe-inspiring Sam Tyler, tots tennis legend, found ourselves in the thick of a coach workshop. First, there was the anticipation of sharing our combined 40 years of court-side knowledge with eager tennis coaches. The worry of whether our years of dedication to the sport would resonate...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader I trust this message finds you well. I'm excited to share that the recording of our recent Tots Tennis Coaching webinar is now available for you to watch at your convenience! In this insightful webinar, you'll gain access to: Proven techniques and strategies to engage and inspire tots players on the tennis court Practical tips for creating a fun and effective learning environment for young players Expert advice on overcoming common challenges in tots tennis coaching Demonstrations...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader, Hey there, So, you remember James, right? The young tennis protege I've been coaching. The kid's got a mean serve, I tell you, but there's this tiny little problem - he's a perfectionist. Thinks he's either acing it or totally bombing it. No middle ground. Now, I’ve been in the tennis coaching game long enough to know that a player's perception of their game and their actual game often don't align. So, I needed a way to give James the real deal, the cold hard facts. Enter...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader, You know that feeling when you toss and turn at night, your mind racing faster than a Federer forehand? Well, that's been me for the last 72 hours. I've been obsessing over a radical new coaching method that I was convinced would either flop spectacularly or serve up an ace. So there I was at Batchwood Tennis Centre, with my heart pounding as fast as my player Toni's serves. We were about to flip traditional coaching on its head. This wasn't about perfecting a single stance; it...

about 2 months ago • 2 min read

Hey Reader, April at My Tennis Coaching Academy is packed with content designed to elevate your coaching game. Whether you're looking to enhance your drills, master advanced techniques, or explore innovative approaches to player development, we've got something for everyone. Here's a sneak peek at what's in store: 🔴 April 5th: Dive into "Essential Drills for Building a Strong Foundation in RED Players" - perfect for those focusing on the fundamentals. 🟠 April 12th: Our course on "Enhancing...

about 2 months ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader, I'm about to serve you a story that's straight from the court of life – and trust me, it's got more twists than a recent Andy Murray match. So picture this: It's a bright morning, the kind that's perfect for a game of tennis. I'm Steve Whelan, a Performance coach who's been through 22 years on the court, an international speaker, and a coach developer who's seen it all. Or so I thought. I strutted into my wife's preschool a few weeks ago, equipped with my years of expertise, ready...

about 2 months ago • 1 min read
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