Season #24 Episode#:63 Shaun Boyce and Rob Carver

In this Tennis Tip, USPTA Certified Tennis Professional Rob Carver teaches players how to handle disputes over line calls calmly and confidently. Instead of arguing, players should acknowledge their opponent’s perspective while standing firm on their own call, helping to diffuse tension and move forward smoothly to the next point.

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Season 24 Episode #73 Bobby Schindler and Shaun J Boyce

This episode with Eddie Gonzalez delves into his career and experiences as the director and chief business officer of the Atlanta Open, reflecting on his love for tennis and the tournament's growth. A few key points include his leadership journey, his passion for building the event over 10 years, and the challenges involved in running a high-level ATP Tour event.

Summary:

- **Eddie's Background**: Eddie grew up in Rome, Georgia, played high-level junior tennis, and competed for NC State University. His career in sports started at Athlon Sports before he returned to tennis, leading the Atlanta Open for a decade.

- **Career Highlights**: Eddie discussed how he elevated the Atlanta Open, making it an annual sports and entertainment event, bringing in crowds and enhancing the experience for fans. One of his proudest achievements was building the event from a temporary parking lot to a "party where a tennis match breaks out."

- **Challenges**: Eddie highlighted the difficulties of hosting an outdoor event in the summer heat and dealing with unpredictable weather. For instance, the 2023 finals didn’t conclude until 3 a.m. due to rain delays. Despite these challenges, the event maintained strong attendance.

- **Impact on American Tennis**: Eddie is proud of the Atlanta Open’s role in giving rising American players like Taylor Fritz, Francis Tiafoe, and Christopher Eubanks their first big opportunities. He also emphasized the importance of fostering local tennis talent and creating future champions.

- **Legacy**: As the ATP's calendar restructuring led to the discontinuation of the Atlanta Open, Eddie expressed pride in leaving behind a successful, well-loved event, even though it was a casualty of the tour's evolution.

- **Personal Life**: Eddie shared personal insights, such as his daughter’s career as a social media influencer and his son being drafted into professional baseball. He enjoys supporting their careers and traveling with them.

Notable Quotes from Eddie Gonzalez:

1. **On building the Atlanta Open**:

- "You want to leave things better than you found them, and I'm very proud of the 10 years of building it every year to be bigger and better."

2. **On the tournament experience**:

- "Our philosophy was to create a party where a tennis match breaks out. We knew we weren’t going to get Federer, Nadal, or Djokovic, so we had to make it about the experience."

3. **On aging and tennis**:

- "You don’t stop playing tennis because you get old, you get old because you stop playing tennis."

4. **On fostering young American talent**:

- "It's rewarding to see young Americans like Taylor Fritz and Chris Eubanks who got their first shots in Atlanta. That’s the future of American tennis."

5. **On maintaining composure**:

- "We ran the tournament like ducks on a pond: calm on the surface but paddling furiously underneath."

These highlights and quotes encapsulate Eddie's passion for tennis, leadership, and making a lasting impact on the sport in America.

YouTube Replay: https://youtu.be/XVLUhdrlE8w

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Geovanna...

In this episode of the Atlanta Tennis Podcast, powered by GoTennis, we dive into the growing importance of data in the world of tennis with special guest Justin Yo, a renowned tennis coach with a unique global perspective from his experience in Australia and Puerto Rico. 🌍🎾

• Justin Yo – World-renowned tennis coach, with a wealth of experience coaching in Australia and Puerto Rico, bringing cutting-edge insights into how data is revolutionizing both professional and amateur tennis.

• How to chart your own matches and track key performance metrics like first serve percentage and ball speed 📝
• Why data is critical for identifying weaknesses in opponents, both for professionals and amateur players 🎯
• The tools available for amateur players, such as SwingVision and Tennis Analytics, to enhance performance 📊
• Insights from top players like Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer on how they use data to stay ahead of the competition ⚡
• How new technologies, such as line-calling cameras, are transforming the tennis experience for recreational players

Justin also explores how understanding data can improve your game, no matter your skill level, and gives practical tips that every player can benefit from. Whether you're new to tennis or a seasoned player, this episode will offer valuable insights into the power of data in modern tennis.

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Shaun talks to world renowned tennis coach Justin Yeo, Australian in Puerto Rico, about why Data is KING.

YouTube Replay: https://youtube.com/live/OZwm-hDT4Bk

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