In this episode of Courtside Sessions, we sit down with Dr. Guy Harvey, distinguished marine scientist, internationally acclaimed wildlife artist, and founder of the Guy Harvey Research Institute.

Dr. Harvey discusses his transition from academic research to entrepreneurship, the strategic use of licensing to fund conservation efforts, and his recent introduction to pickleball in the Cayman Islands. This conversation offers valuable insights into building purpose-driven businesses, family enterprise management, and the intersection of art, science, and sport.

As proud partners with the Guy Harvey brand, Diadem is honored to feature his marine artwork on our exclusive pickleball paddle series, demonstrating how strategic collaborations can advance both sport and conservation missions.

00:00 Meet Guy Harvey
02:10 Sports & Art Journey
05:37 Pickleball Insights
11:13 Conservation Impact
17:00 Artistic Inspiration
23:53 Family & Legacy
30:51 Highlights & Reflections
33:41 Closing Remarks

Learn more about Guy Harvey and his marine conservation efforts at the links below!

Guy Harvey Foundation: https://guyharveyfoundation.org/
Guy Harvey Research Institute: https://ghriresearch.org/

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Welcome to Courtside Sessions, a podcast for junior tennis players, parents, and coaches! Join us as we dive into insightful discussions, share expert tips for athletes, and explore the latest trends and topics shaping the tennis community.

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In Part 2 of our captivating conversation with Nick Saviano, we dive deep into the philosophy and methodology that has shaped some of tennis's brightest stars. Nick opens up about his core belief that working with young people is a "sacred trust" - a responsibility that demands coaches constantly grow and evolve to be everything they can be for the children and parents who entrust them.

At the heart of this episode is Nick's revolutionary coaching framework, built in layers from the inside out. Starting with fundamental principles of life success - controlling reactions, staying focused on process over outcome, and finding joy in the work - Nick explains how these universal truths become the foundation for everything else. He breaks down his methodology: from life principles to coaching fundamentals, then tennis-specific skills, high-performance techniques, and finally the latest technology and AI innovations.
We get an intimate look at the Saviano High Performance Tennis Academy, where Nick has been a positive contributor to the development of champions like Sloane Stephens, Genie Bouchard, Coco Gauff, and countless others. But perhaps most powerfully, Nick shares the story of a former student who recently texted him after being accepted to clerk for a Supreme Court Justice - a testament to how the principles taught on the tennis court translate to success in any field.

Nick's philosophy goes beyond creating tennis champions; it's about planting seeds of greatness in young people and creating a lasting impact that extends far beyond their playing careers. His unique "diamond pyramid" concept reveals how true high performance intersects with meaningful impact on others' lives. This episode is essential listening for any parent, coach, or mentor who wants to understand how to develop not just better athletes, but better human beings.

00:00 Courtside Introduction
01:01 Coaching Philosophy
08:41 Layers of Success
14:21 Academy Journey
18:55 Personal Impact
25:42 Advice for Parents
29:57 Legacy & Impact
34:12 Closing Remarks

Welcome to Courtside Sessions, a podcast for junior tennis players, parents, and coaches! Join us as we dive into insightful discussions, share expert tips for athletes, and explore the latest trends and topics shaping the tennis community.

Find the Court Side Sessions Podcast here
https://courtsidesessions.transistor.fm/

🚀 Subscribe for More
Stay ahead of the game! Hit that subscribe button to stay updated on all things tennis with Courtside Sessions.

👥 Connect with Team Diadem + our guest:
https://www.instagram.com/diademsports/
Nick Saviano: https://www.instagram.com/savianotennis/

Your support fuels our passion for tennis! Give us a thumbs up [Like 👍], subscribe to Courtside Sessions [Subscribe 📌], and hit that notification bell [🔔] so you never miss an episode! 🎾🎙️