Category Archives for "USTA"

FB TFP 346_ Lessons Learned From A Training Session at the USTA National Campus - From the 2021 archives

TFP 346: Lessons Learned From A Training Session at the USTA National Campus – From the 2021 archives

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021]On Episode 346 of the podcast, I’ll walk you through my 9 biggest takeaways that I learned from taking a private lesson at the USTA National Campus.I recently took a trip to Orlando and booked a one-on-one lesson at the USTA National Campus a […]

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FB TFP 260_ How to Excel Under Pressure, Volley Technique, and Choosing the Right Grip

TFP 260: Rick Macci — How to Excel Under Pressure, Volley Technique, and Choosing the Right Grip

On Episode 260 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with one of the most legendary tennis coaches of all time, Rick Macci, about how to excel under pressure, hit more effective volleys, and develop better forehand technique. With over 247 USTA National Championships since 1985, Rick is one of the most legendary tennis coaches of […]

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FB TFP 233_ How to Structure Your Diet for Optimal Performance with Tara Collingwood

TFP 233: How to Structure Your Diet for Optimal Performance with Tara Collingwood

On Episode 233 of The Tennis Files Podcast, Sports Dietitian Tara Collingwood reveals how to make small changes in your diet to boost your energy and performance on the tennis court.Tara is a nutrition consultant to the United States Tennis Association’s (USTA) National Campus in Orlando, Florida. She is also currently the Team Dietitian for […]

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FB TFP 221_ How to Analyze Your Game Through Video with David Ramos

TFP 221: How to Analyze Your Game Through Video with David Ramos

On Episode 221 of The Tennis Files Podcast, David Ramos, a performance analytics expert, reveals how you can analyze and improve your game through video.David is a USPTA/PTR, P1 Professional with over 20 years of diverse professional experience. He is currently the Director of Coaching Education and Performance Analytics at  USTA’s National Campus in Orlando, […]

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FB TFP 142_ How to Become a Resilient Competitor with Dr. Larry Lauer

TFP 142: How to Become a Resilient Competitor with Dr. Larry Lauer

On Episode 142 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with Dr. Larry Lauer, a mental skills specialist for USTA Player Development, about how to become a more resilient competitor.Dr. Lauer earned a PhD in science, exercise, and sports psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He was previously the Director of Coaching […]

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FB TFP 126_ The Power of Positive Thinking with Wheelchair Tennis Pro Kaitlyn Verfuerth

TFP 126: The Power of Positive Thinking with Wheelchair Tennis Pro Kaitlyn Verfuerth

On Episode 126 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with professional wheelchair tennis player, Kaitlyn Verfuerth, about how she overcame a devastating accident to become an elite athlete through the power of positivity and determination.Kaitlyn is a three-time Paralympian for Team USA. She participated in Rio 2016, Beijing 2008, and Athens 2004 Paralympic Games. […]

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