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Your League Tennis PodcastDiving into the World of Ladies League Tennis: A Chat with Director JeanneJoin me as I sit down with Jeanne, the director of Ladies Tennis at the Murrieta Tennis Club, and journey through her fascinating transition from a novice player to a seasoned coach and director. As she reminisces about her initial reasons why she chose to play tennis, explains the art of managing 15 USTA league tennis teams a year, and uncovers the complexities of the sport, you'll feel her passion for tennis that's as infectious as it is inspiring.She unveils the challenging nature of teaching, and how she crafts strategies to improve performance. We discuss footwork, the...2023-09-301h 00Your League Tennis PodcastBetween the Courts: A Conversation on Golf, Tennis and Education with RayJoin us as we discuss the rewarding yet demanding world of being a teacher and coach at Great Oak High School. Ray takes us on his educational journey, from his bachelor's at Cal State Fullerton, to his master's at Azusa Pacific. Listen as he discusses the importance of teaching as a learning process itself and delve deeper into the individualistic nature of tennis. The pivotal role sports play in shaping our character becomes evident during our conversation.As we close this engaging episode, Ray offers valuable insights from his tennis coaching and playing experiences. He shares how...2023-08-301h 06Your League Tennis PodcastA Deep Dive into the Psychology of Tennis with Josh Burger M.S.Have you ever wondered why some tennis players seem to have an uncanny ability to maintain their cool under pressure while others falter? Well, it's no secret that the game is as much about mental strength as it is about physical prowess. And this is precisely what we unpack in our mind-stirring conversation with Josh Burger M.S., founder of Tiebreaker Psych and sport psychology coach.Josh Burger M.S., a former Division III tennis player Division I tennis coach, graces us with his fascinating insights into the mental side of sports. He discusses his personal journey a...2023-08-091h 08Your League Tennis PodcastExploring the Intricacies of Tennis: Insights, Motivation, and the Joy Beyond WinningJoin me and my guest, Joe Ballewag, as we take a thrilling journey into the world of tennis. Joe brought with him a wealth of wisdom and insights from coaching tennis, to participating in prestigious tournaments, and being a captain of many USTA 4.5 leagues over the years. As we dive deep, we unravel the puzzle-like nature of tennis and how it compares to other sports like boxing and karate, and how a player's mentality has an impact on their game. Our conversation took an introspective turn as we delved into the beauty of tennis not being solely a...2023-07-151h 13Your League Tennis PodcastUnsportsmanlike Conduct and Cussing during Tennis MatchesGet set for a deep dive into the labyrinth of tennis rules and regulations. Now, have you ever wondered about the consequences of colorful language on the court? Can you cuss? Can you call someone a jerk? We're going to take you on a journey through the ins and outs of cussing on the court – it's penalties and the intriguing interpretation of these rules. Brace yourself as we decode the Friend at Court book and how the rules differ for ITF tournaments, league matches, and even friendly matches.We'll be wrestling with complex notions like unsportsmanlike conduct, mi...2023-07-1043 minYour League Tennis PodcastA High-Flying Episode: From Air Force to Tennis & JeopardyFriends, it's not often that we get to chat with someone as diverse in interests and experiences as our guest on today's episode. We're in for a real treat as we sit down with Pete, a seasoned Air Force pilot, tennis enthusiast, and trivia whizz! Pete walks us through the intricate dynamics of his family's tennis tournaments where he plays alongside his father and daughter, proving that love for the game transcends generations. Pete’s story pivots from Air Force pilot (Tom Cruise is jealous) to his job as a Pilot flying 787's, to family tennis matches. He...2023-07-031h 09Your League Tennis PodcastFrom Court to Character: Finding Strength through Tennis and FamilyI had the pleasure of sitting down with Therese for a heartfelt conversation, reminiscing about our shared love for tennis and exploring the impact sports had on her upbringing. We delved into the physical nature of soccer, how it develops skills useful in other sports like tennis, and how her father encouraged his five children to participate in sports, leading to Therese excelling at a young age.As our discussion continued, we navigated the world of country tennis and the class barriers that often come with it. Therese shared how her brother inspired her to pursue tennis...2023-06-2053 minYour League Tennis PodcastFrom Coma to Comeback: Tommy's Extraordinary Tennis and Faith TestimonyChiropractor & USTA rated tennis player Tom Lee has a passion for tennis and life. His past health issues he faced would lead to such an incredible journey. Join us as Tom takes us through his high school varsity career and his experiences playing in USTA tennis leagues. We also focus a lot of time on his chiropractic practice and how stretching, strength training, and conditioning play a critical role in athletic performance. Listen to him explore common sports injuries and treatment options.Tom's near-death experience and spiritual awakening are truly inspiring. After being placed in an induced...2023-06-121h 02
Your League Tennis PodcastMental Game: Baseball & Tennis, with ex- MLB Player, current USTA League Tennis Player, Bobby KieltyDo you ever wonder what it takes to succeed as a Major League Baseball player? In this engaging episode, we're joined by our good friend and special guest, Bobby Kielty. We discuss the mental game of both baseball and tennis, as he shares his experiences growing up playing baseball in Southern California, and reminisce about the bond we created through tennis. Bobby, a former MLB player and current tennis teaching pro and USTA rated 5.0 player, brings a unique perspective on the similarities between the two sports and how to approach each game to maximize our strengths and exploit our...2023-06-041h 09
Your League Tennis PodcastFrom College Tennis to Sports Writing: An Adventurous Career JourneyEver wondered what it's like to be a 5.0-rated tennis player and have a college tennis experience at Pacific University? Lucky for you, Anthony had the chance to sit down with Joey Jr., and hear all about his journey on and off the court. In our chat, Joey talks to us about his college tennis career, and the unique challenges that come with automatically being put in the USTA 5.0 category after college.While Joey's talents on the court are nothing short of impressive, his off-court skills deserve some limelight too. We explore his grad school experience at...2023-05-2755 minYour League Tennis PodcastUSTA 3.5 rated, Amanda Will- Amanda is a USTA rated 3.5 player, and avid weekend warrior tennis player. - Amanda picked up tennis later on in life, but fell in love with it the moment she tried it. - Listen to Amanda discuss her jump from a USTA rated 3.0 player, to a 4.0, then back to a 3.5 player. - Her fun personality and positive outlook on life made this podcast a fun one. 2023-05-191h 06Your League Tennis PodcastUSTA 4.5 rated, Matt Flanagan- Matt is a USTA rated 4.5 player. - In 2019 this weekend warrior tennis player was part of a league tennis team that won his local grouping, then won sectionals, and went on to play nationals. - Although not currently working for the USTA directly, he has the pleasure to work in Lake Nona, Orlando, Florida on the USTA National Campus. - Listen to Matt talk about the campus, and his love for tennis. 2023-05-151h 06Your League Tennis PodcastUSTA 5.0 rated, Adam Bartsch- Adam is a USTA rated 5.0 player, twenty-three year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps., and avid weekend warrior tennis player. - Adam provides some helpful tips on USTA 5.0 doubles strategy, insights on how he approaches the mental side of a match, and talks to us about how much fun he is having traveling and playing the men's 40 and over age division tournaments.2023-05-061h 06Your League Tennis PodcastUSTA 4.5 player, Coach Scott Dickey- Scott is a USTA rated 4.5 player, a tennis coach, and current owner and director of Murrieta Tennis Club in Murrieta, California. - Scott provides some helpful tips on how to get to that next level, including some common mistakes he sees while coaching.- This is the first of many podcasts that hopefully give you some information/help to make you a better tennis player. Always have fun.- contact email: YOURLTPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2023-05-021h 04
Health and Wellness UniversityEp. 033 - Keeping it EthicalAnthony Radogna is a California State Bar Defense Ethics Attorney who knows the answers to all of these questions. He used to handle disciplinary complaints at state bar’s Office of Chief Trial Counsel and now has his own law firm. He is an expert in the field and one of the very few attorneys in California (and the nation) who exclusively practices this area of law. I had a great time interviewing Anthony and learning about the most common ethical issues that an attorney can encounter.2018-06-0438 min
Prison Professors44. Lawyer Describes Pathway to Professional Licensing after PrisonAnthony Radogna has a specialized legal practice and he assists people who have issues with professional licenses. Visit his website at anthony raddogna lawyer Learn more about prison reform by visiting PrisonProfessors.com2018-02-0823 min