Season 25, Episode 105 - Shaun Boyce, Bobby Schindler

Summary

In this special episode, Shaun Boyce and Bobby discuss their recent win of the Mark Kaplan Award from USTA Georgia, exploring the significance of the award, the selection process, and the legacy of Mark Kaplan. They reflect on the origins of their podcast, its evolution, and their aspirations for the future of tennis promotion.

Takeaways

The Mark Kaplan Award recognizes excellence in media related to tennis.

USTA Georgia holds annual awards to honor various contributions to the sport.

The selection process for awards involves a committee reviewing nominations.

Mark Kaplan was a significant figure in promoting tennis communications.

Awards can be named after living individuals, not just posthumously.

The podcast started as a casual conversation about making tennis cool again.

Winning an award was unexpected for the podcast team.

The podcast has evolved from focusing on Atlanta tennis to a broader audience.

Community involvement is crucial for the growth of tennis.

Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/e_Wni708Glk

About Marc Kaplan Clip: https://youtube.com/shorts/KbWsQFN45qw

Keywords

USTA Georgia, Mark Kaplan Award, tennis podcast, media excellence, award selection, tennis community, podcast evolution, tennis promotion, Southern awards, community tennis

• Shaun Boyce, RSPA: shaun@americanracketsportsassociation.com | https://americanracketsportsassociation.com/
• Bobby Schindler, RSPA: schindlerb@comcast.net | https://letsgotennis.com/windermere
• Geovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.com | https://regeovinate.com/
• GoTennis Website: https://letsgotennis.com/

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Season 25, Episode 104 - Shaun Boyce, Bobby Schindler

Summary

In this episode you'll discover Allan Jensen. Allan is the Hispanic Outreach Director for USTA Southern as well as a Coach Developer for USTA Coaching.

Keywords

tennis, financial support, emerging players, professional circuit, travel costs, opportunities, sports funding

Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/bA14577NZ5U

King of Tennis Answer: https://youtu.be/9vKjZzxpWis

• Shaun Boyce, RSPA: shaun@americanracketsportsassociation.com | https://americanracketsportsassociation.com/
• Bobby Schindler, RSPA: schindlerb@comcast.net | https://letsgotennis.com/windermere
• Geovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.com | https://regeovinate.com/
• GoTennis Website: https://letsgotennis.com/

https://www.ustacoaching.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allan-jensen-943b6519b/

https://playtennis.usta.com/USTASouthern/Coaching/Session/300831cc-30b4-4521-bbdc-f2b5d57e917c?location=

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Season 25, Episode 103 - Shaun Boyce, Bobby Schindler

Summary

In this episode you'll discover Matt Grayson, the Director of Athletics at Ansley Golf Club, who shares insights about the unique culture of his club, the evolution of country clubs over the past 30 years, and the changing dynamics of membership expectations. He discusses the importance of programming and engagement in tennis clubs, the upcoming RacquetX event at Ansley, and his vision for improving the tennis experience in Atlanta. Matt emphasizes the need for a balance between competition and skill development, advocating for a seasonal approach that allows players to focus on improving their game without the pressure of matches.

Takeaways

Matt Grayson has been with Ansley Golf Club for 13 years.

Ansley Golf Club has a unique culture with a highly active membership.

The club has a seven-year waitlist due to its popularity.

Membership expectations have shifted towards a more service-oriented approach.

Programming and engagement are crucial for tennis clubs' success.

The upcoming RacquetX event will focus on industry trends and club management.

Matt believes in the importance of skill development over competition.

He advocates for reducing the number of competitive seasons to allow for improvement.

The tennis community in Atlanta is evolving with new sports like pickleball and padel.

Matt's vision includes making tennis more fun and accessible for all players.

Keywords

tennis, country clubs, membership, programming, racquet sports, Atlanta, tennis culture, club management, community engagement, sports events

Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/Gm_O9APv-Tc

King of Tennis Answer: https://youtu.be/OD5i7roPeWI

• Shaun Boyce, RSPA: shaun@americanracketsportsassociation.com | https://americanracketsportsassociation.com/
• Bobby Schindler, RSPA: schindlerb@comcast.net | https://letsgotennis.com/windermere
• Geovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.com | https://regeovinate.com/
• GoTennis Website: https://letsgotennis.com/

https://ansleygc.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-grayson-90096719/

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