Compete Like a Champion
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Compete Like a Champion

by U.S. Tennis Association Player Development

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.
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100 episodes
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1
The Coach - Officer, Doctor, Bartender with Mike Barrell
1:03:29 Mar 16, 2026
2
Skill Drill - 4 Morning Mental Warm-Up Exercises
26:54 Feb 27, 2026
3
The Changing Landscape of Coach Development with Craig Jones
47:30 Feb 11, 2026
4
Getting Off to a Good Start
34:47 Jan 19, 2026
5
Broader & Deeper Mental Skills Toolbox
49:36 Dec 16, 2025
6
Skill Drill - Recovery Strategies Planning
29:10 Oct 28, 2025
7
When to do What When Recovering
34:49 Oct 13, 2025
8
US Open 25 - Ingredients for High Performance
48:47 Sep 15, 2025
9
Skill Drill - Yellow Light Practice
34:40 Aug 25, 2025
10
Yellow Lights and Misconceptions
43:18 Jul 28, 2025
11
Skill Drill - Coaching Yourself in the Teachable Moment
33:07 Jul 14, 2025
12
Catching the Teachable Moments
45:40 Jun 23, 2025
13
Skill Drill - Games for Transitioning Court Surfaces
31:31 Jun 9, 2025
14
Coaching for Adaptability (Johnny's Not So Random Musings)
20:43 May 26, 2025
15
Mental Fatigue? Yes, It's a Thing
35:22 Apr 22, 2025
16
Skill Drill - Mindfulness On-Court to Off-Court
26:46 Apr 7, 2025
17
Skill Drill - Spanish "Suffering" Drills
28:48 Mar 24, 2025
18
The Spanish Way With Chris Lewit: Part 2
33:08 Mar 17, 2025
19
The Spanish Way With Chris Lewit: Part 1
41:04 Mar 10, 2025
20
Boredom Isn't So Bad
20:23 Feb 24, 2025
21
Skill Drill - Finding Other Ways to Improve During Injury Time Off
21:49 Feb 3, 2025
22
How to Handle Injuries Effectively
34:57 Jan 21, 2025
23
Enhancing Your Performance and Life via Reflection and Gratitude
30:43 Dec 9, 2024
24
Skill Drill - Off-Court Coaching Simulation
28:22 Nov 18, 2024
25
Off-Court Coaching: Necessary Evolution or Threat to Tradition
39:22 Nov 7, 2024
26
Skill Drill - Outtoughing Opponents
30:46 Oct 21, 2024
27
Out-Toughing Opponents: Closing the Talent Gap
31:03 Oct 9, 2024
28
Skill Dril - Working On Anger Triggers On Court
29:48 Sep 17, 2024
29
Anger in Tennis - Does it Help?
33:48 Aug 26, 2024
30
Skill Drill - Deal or No Deal
33:13 Aug 14, 2024
31
How to Prep for a "Big" Event
29:04 Jul 31, 2024
32
Skill Drill - Coaching Players to be Motivated for Drills They Don't Like
31:54 Jun 24, 2024
33
Commitment Is Greater Than Motivation - Acting off Values
25:08 May 27, 2024
34
Skill Dril - When and How to Tap Into a Player's Common Motives
32:40 May 13, 2024
35
How to Motivate Players (and Why It's Challenging)
34:28 Apr 29, 2024
36
Skill Drill - Leading Your Performance Team From Forming to Performing
28:59 Apr 8, 2024
37
Models of Team Formation, Development, and Effectiveness
33:17 Mar 29, 2024
38
Skill Dril - On Court Support and Challenge
16:33 Mar 4, 2024
39
Habits of Effective Tennis Teams
39:20 Feb 19, 2024
40
End of '23 Reflection - How to Reflect in a Healthy Way
28:29 Dec 11, 2023
41
Coaching Excellence with Young Players - Coach Richard Ashby
56:15 Nov 27, 2023
42
Skill Drill: Slowing Down to Speed Up - Learning Progression and Coach Cues
22:20 Nov 13, 2023
43
Pressure is a Privilege - Integrating Mental Skills into Drills
31:37 Oct 23, 2023
44
Skill Drill - Determination While Defending
17:55 Oct 2, 2023
45
US Open - CoCo' Resiliency, Ben's Confidence, Novak's Determination
36:45 Sep 25, 2023
46
Skill Drill - Effective Use of the Towel Between Points
19:40 Sep 8, 2023
47
Busting 3 Tennis Performance Myths
33:44 Aug 21, 2023
48
Skill Drill - Simulating Major Competitions
30:58 Aug 8, 2023
49
5 Factors for Effective Coaching at Major Competitions
23:27 Jul 24, 2023
50
Skill Drill - Competition in Perspective
22:06 Jul 10, 2023
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