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My Tennis Coaching Podcast

My Tennis Coaching

The My Tennis Coaching Podcast is a practical, evidence-informed podcast for tennis coaches who want their players to perform in matches not just look good in training.

Hosted by Steve Whelan, coach educator, researcher, and founder of My Tennis Coaching, the podcast explores how modern skill acquisition, ecological dynamics, and intelligent practice design can transform the way you coach.

Episodes bridge research and real-world coaching, unpacking why traditional drills often fail to transfer and what to design instead. Expect clear explanations, applied examples, coach reflections, and honest conversations about what actually helps players adapt, decide, and compete.

This podcast is for coaches who want to:
• Design practices that show up on match day
• Move beyond technique-first, drill-heavy coaching
• Understand learning, not just copy methods
• Coach with clarity, confidence, and intent

If you’re ready to challenge convention and coach in a way that matches how players really learn, you’re in the right place.

  • 21 episodes
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Episodes21

  • Jun 2, 2025 · 19 min

    Why ‘Fixing’ Technique Might Be Holding Your Players Back

    This approach didn’t just change my sessions...it changed my career 👉 https://mytenniscoaching.com/tennis-coach-newsletter/ What if you didn’t have to run repetitive drills to see real progress? 👉 https://mytenniscoaching.com/drills-to-skills-fast-track-to-match-success/ “His technique is all wrong.”Ever heard that from a parent, player, or coach? I used to say it too—until I started asking deeper questions.In this live session, we’re unpacking the real story behind “bad technique.” Spoiler: it’s not always the player—it’s often the practice design that’s setting them up to fail.Whether you’re frustrated with how your players hit the ball… or wondering how to fix poor habits, we’ll explore:The real reasons technique breaks down under pressureWhy traditional “corrections” don’t lead to match-ready skillsHow to coach technique without drilling it to deathThe ecological approach to skill development and movement patterns When (and how) to step in as a coach—and when to step backThis session is for coaches who want to move beyond surface-level fixes and start creating players who adapt, problem-solve, and perform when it matters.