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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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- 1 weeks ago48 min
Dr. Loehr's Legacy & Resilient Confident Competitors
The team discusses Dr. Jim Loehr's legacy as a trailblazer in performance psychology, tennis mental toughness, and character development through sport. From there we dive into the differences between fragile and resilient confidence, and what makes a player resilient, confident and an excellent competitor. For more information find us at Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny on X: @LarryLauer / @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: @johnny_parkes USTA PD Website: http://www.playerdevelopment.usta.com/podcasts/?
- 3 weeks ago28 min
Skill Drill - The Hub Drill for Wheelchair
In a follow up to the Wheelchair episode Coaches Rob Smith and Jason Harnett describe the Hub Drill and how it is similar to working with able-bodied players. The hope is that knowing the similarities will encourage coaches to work with wheelchair players. Find the Hub drill at https://youtu.be/6IN9M7tTbqk For more information find us at Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny on X: @LarryLauer / @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: @johnny_parkes USTA PD Website: http://www.playerdevelopment.usta.com/podcasts/?
- Apr 20, 202658 min
Wheelchair Tennis 50th Anniversary and Its Evolution
Guests Jason Harnett and Rob Cross of the USTA takes through the history of wheelchair tennis in its 50th Anniversary year and how it has evolved during that time. We discuss the similarities between wheelchair and stand up tennis, as well as the differences for coaching players that are in a chair. The team also talks about how the trauma players experience affects the coach-player relationship. For more information find us at Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny on X: @LarryLauer / @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: @johnny_parkes USTA PD Website: http://www.playerdevelopment.usta.com/podcasts/?
- Apr 3, 202624 min
Skill Drill - Adversity Training
This skill drill follows up on the conversation with Coach Mike Barrell discussing Coach Johnny's use of adversity cards. We discuss how to effectively apply pressure in training, and some of the specific things a coach can do to create success. For more information find us at Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny on X: @LarryLauer / @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: @johnny_parkes USTA PD Website: http://www.playerdevelopment.usta.com/podcasts/?
- Mar 16, 20261h 3m
The Coach - Officer, Doctor, Bartender with Mike Barrell
Coach Mike Barrell joins us for a lively and in depth examination about what it means to be a coach. We dive into the 3 different and interconnected roles as a coach, and how to understand players to increase motivation. This is a must listen for all coaches wanting examine more deeply their role as a coach. For more information find us at Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny on X: @LarryLauer / @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: @johnny_parkes USTA PD Website: http://www.playerdevelopment.usta.com/podcasts/?
- Feb 27, 202626 min
Skill Drill - 4 Morning Mental Warm-Up Exercises
In the first skill drill episode of 2026 CLC goes into detail about how to prepare mentally in the morning. Dr. Larry & Coach Johnny share 4 exercises that will help you feel focused, at ease, and ready to perform. For more information find us at Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny on X: @LarryLauer / @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: @johnny_parkes USTA PD Website: http://www.playerdevelopment.usta.com/podcasts/?
- Feb 11, 202647 min
The Changing Landscape of Coach Development with Craig Jones
Craig Jones of the USTA joins us to discuss how USTA Coaching is taking an updated approach to developing coaches. We discuss the new USTA Coaching program and why the approach will work to support athlete-centered training, and motivate coaches to engage in life-long learning. Go to ustacoaching.com for more coaching resources and courses. For more information find us at Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny on X: @LarryLauer / @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: @johnny_parkes USTA PD Website: http://www.playerdevelopment.usta.com/podcasts/?
- Jan 19, 202634 min
Getting Off to a Good Start
Welcome to the start of a new year, and we are talking about how to get off to a good start. Too often players are excited initially but then frustrated about the beginning to they year with struggles with underperformance and anxiety. We talk about a plan prepare for the beginning of your year and for having perspective. For more information find us at Dr. Larry and Coach Johnny on X: @LarryLauer / @johnnyparkes1 Instagram: @johnny_parkes USTA PD Website: http://www.playerdevelopment.usta.com/podcasts/?
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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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