Season 25, Episode 104 - Shaun Boyce, Bobby Schindler

Summary

In this episode you'll discover Allan Jensen. Allan is the Hispanic Outreach Director for USTA Southern as well as a Coach Developer for USTA Coaching.

Keywords

tennis, financial support, emerging players, professional circuit, travel costs, opportunities, sports funding

Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/bA14577NZ5U

King of Tennis Answer: https://youtu.be/9vKjZzxpWis

• Shaun Boyce, RSPA: shaun@americanracketsportsassociation.com | https://americanracketsportsassociation.com/
• Bobby Schindler, RSPA: schindlerb@comcast.net | https://letsgotennis.com/windermere
• Geovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.com | https://regeovinate.com/
• GoTennis Website: https://letsgotennis.com/

https://www.ustacoaching.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allan-jensen-943b6519b/

https://playtennis.usta.com/USTASouthern/Coaching/Session/300831cc-30b4-4521-bbdc-f2b5d57e917c?location=

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Season 25, Episode 103 - Shaun Boyce, Bobby Schindler

Summary

In this episode you'll discover Matt Grayson, the Director of Athletics at Ansley Golf Club, who shares insights about the unique culture of his club, the evolution of country clubs over the past 30 years, and the changing dynamics of membership expectations. He discusses the importance of programming and engagement in tennis clubs, the upcoming RacquetX event at Ansley, and his vision for improving the tennis experience in Atlanta. Matt emphasizes the need for a balance between competition and skill development, advocating for a seasonal approach that allows players to focus on improving their game without the pressure of matches.

Takeaways

Matt Grayson has been with Ansley Golf Club for 13 years.

Ansley Golf Club has a unique culture with a highly active membership.

The club has a seven-year waitlist due to its popularity.

Membership expectations have shifted towards a more service-oriented approach.

Programming and engagement are crucial for tennis clubs' success.

The upcoming RacquetX event will focus on industry trends and club management.

Matt believes in the importance of skill development over competition.

He advocates for reducing the number of competitive seasons to allow for improvement.

The tennis community in Atlanta is evolving with new sports like pickleball and padel.

Matt's vision includes making tennis more fun and accessible for all players.

Keywords

tennis, country clubs, membership, programming, racquet sports, Atlanta, tennis culture, club management, community engagement, sports events

Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/Gm_O9APv-Tc

King of Tennis Answer: https://youtu.be/OD5i7roPeWI

• Shaun Boyce, RSPA: shaun@americanracketsportsassociation.com | https://americanracketsportsassociation.com/
• Bobby Schindler, RSPA: schindlerb@comcast.net | https://letsgotennis.com/windermere
• Geovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.com | https://regeovinate.com/
• GoTennis Website: https://letsgotennis.com/

https://ansleygc.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-grayson-90096719/

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Season 25, Episode 102 - Shaun Boyce, Bobby Schindler

Summary

In this episode of the GoTennis Podcast, Shaun Boyce interviews Frank Solana, a professional pickleball player and entrepreneur. Frank shares his journey from tennis to pickleball, his experiences in competitive play, and the launch of his paddle brand, Luna. He discusses the evolution of pickleball, the design of his paddles, and the unique training camps he offers. Frank also reflects on the transition for tennis players to pickleball and his vision for the sport's future on a global scale.

Takeaways

Frank Solana transitioned from tennis to pickleball seven years ago.

He won the US Open in 2022, marking his entry into professional pickleball.

Frank started his own paddle company, Luna, and has been successful in building a community around it.

The new paddle, Eclipse, is designed to be more powerful and competitive.

Frank's camps are intense, focusing on both offensive and defensive strategies in pickleball.

He emphasizes the importance of learning a soft game for success in pickleball.

Frank believes that pickleball needs more international recognition and stars.

He aims to unite the sport globally, similar to tennis.

The demand for pickleball paddles is increasing, leading to new certification systems.

Frank encourages tennis players to embrace the challenges of transitioning to pickleball.

Keywords

Frank Solana, Pickleball, Luna, Paddle Design, Pickleball Camps, Tennis Transition, Sports Innovation, Pickleball Community, Professional Pickleball, International Pickleball Tour

Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/HAcit91-OaM

King of Tennis Answer: https://youtu.be/sbpKT83DGp8

• Shaun Boyce, RSPA: shaun@americanracketsportsassociation.com | https://americanracketsportsassociation.com/
• Bobby Schindler, RSPA: schindlerb@comcast.net | https://letsgotennis.com/windermere
• Geovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.com | https://regeovinate.com/
• GoTennis Website: https://letsgotennis.com/

https://letsgotennis.com/product/luna-eclipse-pickleball-paddle/

https://lunapickleballcamps.com/

https://www.instagram.com/franksolana

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