Compete Like a Champion

The best athletes are always looking to gain an edge on the competition. In Compete Like a Champion, Dr. Larry Lauer and Coach Johnny Parkes from USTA Player Development will explore all aspects of high performance tennis and what it takes to become a successful athlete. Our hosts will provide useful tips for tennis players, coaches, and parents. Visit www.playerdevelopment.usta.com for more resources.

Skill Drill - Off-Court Coaching Simulation 11/18/2024

Off-Court Coaching: Necessary Evolution or Threat to Tradition 11/07/2024

Skill Drill - Outtoughing Opponents 10/21/2024

Out-Toughing Opponents: Closing the Talent Gap 10/09/2024

Skill Dril - Working On Anger Triggers On Court 09/17/2024

Anger in Tennis - Does it Help? 08/26/2024

Skill Drill - Deal or No Deal 08/14/2024

How to Prep for a "Big" Event 07/31/2024

Skill Drill - Coaching Players to be Motivated for Drills They Don't Like 06/24/2024

Commitment Is Greater Than Motivation - Acting off Values 05/27/2024

Skill Dril - When and How to Tap Into a Player's Common Motives 05/13/2024

How to Motivate Players (and Why It's Challenging) 04/29/2024

Skill Drill - Leading Your Performance Team From Forming to Performing 04/08/2024

Models of Team Formation, Development, and Effectiveness 03/29/2024

Skill Dril - On Court Support and Challenge 03/04/2024

Habits of Effective Tennis Teams 02/19/2024

End of '23 Reflection - How to Reflect in a Healthy Way 12/11/2023

Coaching Excellence with Young Players - Coach Richard Ashby 11/27/2023

Skill Drill: Slowing Down to Speed Up - Learning Progression and Coach Cues 11/13/2023

Pressure is a Privilege - Integrating Mental Skills into Drills 10/23/2023

Skill Drill - Determination While Defending 10/02/2023

US Open - CoCo’ Resiliency, Ben’s Confidence, Novak's Determination 09/25/2023

Skill Drill - Effective Use of the Towel Between Points 09/08/2023

Busting 3 Tennis Performance Myths 08/21/2023

Skill Drill - Simulating Major Competitions 08/08/2023

5 Factors for Effective Coaching at Major Competitions 07/24/2023

Skill Drill - Competition in Perspective 07/10/2023

Keeping Competition in Perspective 06/26/2023

Skill Drill - Overcoming Excuses On-Court 06/12/2023

Excuse Me - Why We Make Excuses 05/29/2023