Control the Controllables

Craig O´Shannessy is recognised as a world leader in data analysis and is changing the landscape of how coaches view data within tennis. He spent 3 years working with Novak Djokovic and is the strategy analyst for the ATP Tour, Wimbledon, the Italian Tennis Federation and The New York Times. Craig talks to Control the Controllables about his tennis journey which has taken him to the top of the gam...

Dan moves to the other side of the microphone, as he chats with Graeme Foreman. Dan discusses the influence of his north east upbringing and how this led to his Control the Controllables philosophy out at SotoTennis Academy in Spain and much more... Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who don’t always have access to...

‘Barkers’ as Ian is known in the tennis world talks us through how he got into tennis, to the amazing journey of taking Pat Cash from aged 11 to Wimbledon Champion. Ian discusses his time in the UK in depth, as he created a winning culture through his job at the LTA national centre at Bisham Abbey. Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the...

Paul Jubb was dealt an extremely difficult start to life, as he lost both parents at an early age. This wasn’t going to stop him achieve what he wants in a sport that he loves. In 2019, Paul won the division 1 NCAA Tennis Championship and played Wimbledon for the first time. He has recently signed with Andy Murray’s Sports agency and his journey on the pro tour is beginning. A must listen! Mention...

Ireland’s Davis Cup Captain and ATP 129 at his best, Conor talks through his journey from Edgbaston to Limerick to Arthur Ashe Stadium, New York playing against Novak Djokovic. We also dig into the details around Irish Tennis throughout the episode. Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who don’t always have access to...

Calvin Betton has been a tennis coach for 20 years working at all levels. He has developed a passion for purposeful practice and skill acquisition and we attack both subjects with live examples from his career. Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who don’t always have access to in-person coaching, progress doesn’t h...

Euan has been head coach at Stirling University after years at US College as a player and also on the lower levels of the Pro Tour. His passion has helped bring GB Universities to the conversation of player development and we delve into this and more.. Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who don’t always have access...

Emily Webley-Smith has been competing on the ITF/WTA tour for the past 18 years. She has reached a career high of 240 in singles and 113 in doubles. Emily has overcome 7 major injuries during her career, but she continues to make big improvements through passion, desire and hard work. The tennis journey is not an easy one, but if you have the love of the sport, it overcomes all. We get into all of...

Will Herbert is currently Kyle Edmund’s physio and has previously worked with Alexander and Misha Zverev, Ana Ivanovic to name a few.  He was a top UK Junior player funded through the LTA system, and has used his tennis playing to create an opportunity to be part of that world as a physio.  In this episode, Will gives us an insight into the role of a physio on a pro players team, and sha...

87 year old coach John Hicks talks about his tennis story. From the early days, to his favour Wrexham squad, the British players such as Tim Henman and Andy Murray who he helped shape, to what has kept his mind and body in such great shape! Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who don’t always have access to in-perso...

In this episode you will hear how Jamie & Andy grew up as one, the reason behind Jamie taking to doubles so early in his career, how he chooses his doubles partner carefully and the impact of his Mum, Judy on himself and Andy. A fascinating listen. Enjoy 😊 Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who don’t always have a...

Head Coach of the prestigious Queens Club in England Lee Childs discusses his tennis journey. From U18 European Champion to playing Rafa Nadal at Wimbledon. To the big question, why didn’t he become a top 100 ATP despite being touted for this in the tennis world? Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who don’t always...

WTA player Ali Collins talks candidly about how tennis is taken too seriously at a young age and the effects it can have on a players mental health, if we are not careful. We discuss the transition from being a top junior player into the Pro Game and much more.. Instagram: @alicollins27 Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For p...

Multiple Grand Slam Champion, Paralympic Gold Medalist and the first ever Wimbledon Wheelchair Champion in 2016, Gordon Reid. Gordon tells his story from the beginning to being the champion he is today. Gordon Reid on Twitter: @GordonReid91 Website: www.gordonreidtennis.com Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who do...

From talented British junior, to a successful playing career before moving onto the ATP Tour as a coach, Mark Hilton has an amazing story. As well as helping GB´s Liam Broady reach World Junior number 2 in 2012, Mark has also coached Kyle Edmund and has coached Dan Evans three times over a 15 year period. Enjoy the show! Mark on Twitter: @markhilts Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere...

We get a chance to get inside the mind of one of the worlds best sports psychologists. Dr Anthony Ross, Director of Mentally Tough Tennis and a former top 150 ATP player shares his own personal and professional journey with us. And it’s been far from plain sailing.... Find out more about Dr Anthony Ross here:- Instagram: @mentally_tough_tennis Website: www.mentallytoughtennis.com Mentioned in this...

Eden Silva and Evan Hoyt discuss their unexpected run to being the longest standing British tennis players at Wimbledon in 2019. After being given a wildcard into the Mixed Doubles, they reached the quarter-finals going further than Andy Murray and Serena Williams. Eden and Evan chat to Control the Controllables about that unforgettable fortnight, as well as their plans for who they will play with...

Liam and Josh were the 2012 Australian Opens Boys Doubles Champions and had successful junior careers. How have they transitioned into the pro game of tennis.. or is it basketball? Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who don’t always have access to in-person coaching, progress doesn’t have to stop. TennisAthlete is...

Two lads from Liverpool who realise their dream and both make it into the top 45 ATP doubles players in the world, and doing it together.  But not all things happen so easy, listen to brothers Ken & Neal Skupski to find out more... Skupski Brothers onTwitter: @skupskibros Neal Skupski on Twitter: @nealskupski Ken Skupski on Twitter: @k_skupski Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anyw...

Part Three of our chat with 2012 Wimbledon Mens Doubles Champions Freddie Nielsen & Jonny Marray. Freddie and Jonny take us through their journeys post Wimbledon 2012 and look at the impact of their new found fame and ranking status. We explore how they transition their experiences and philosophies into the coaching world. Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Condition...

Part Two of our chat with 2012 Wimbledon Mens Doubles Champions Freddie Nielsen and Jonny Marray. Freddie and Jonny get into Wimbledon Men’s Doubles as wildcards, and go onto lift the winners trophy. Go on their incredible 2 week journey with them, as they take us through the incredible experience blow by blow. An episode that is rich in learnings for players, coaches and parents and a one that is...

In this episode Freddie Nielsen and Jonny Marray talk about their journeys into pro tennis and it’s not as traditional a route as you may think. Did they always believe they would become Wimbledon Champions? Listen to Part 1 of their chat with CTC Host Dan Kiernan to find out. Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who...

Former British number one Doubles player Dan Kiernan and current Irish Fed Cup Captain John McGahon introduce their new podcast which will aim to entertain, educate and energise the tennis community through this difficult period.. and maybe beyond 😊 Mentioned in this episode: Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾 For players who don’t always have access t...