Sophie Kitson has worked her way to become BUCS University Tennis Program Coordinator and now leads one of the biggest university sports in the United Kingdom. Sophie joins the Tennis Uncovered Podcast to discuss her career path to her current role and explains the amazing product that is British University tennis. Enjoy and follow Tennis Uncovered on Instagram and X (Twitter) @tennisuncoveredpod
In this second of a two-part episode of Tennis Uncovered, Lemuel Cassidy speaks more about his entrance into the YouTube world and content creation industry. The lower levels of professional tennis are not for the faint hearted and Lemuel explains some of the stories from the tour as well as the challenges of creating content along the way. Follow Lemuel's YouTube: @lemuelcassidy Enjoy and follow Tennis Uncovered on Instagram and X (Twitter) @tennisuncoveredpod
In this first of a two-part episode of Tennis Uncovered, Lemuel Cassidy speaks about his four life defining moments so far and explains his early ventures into professional tennis. Lemuel also chats to Alex about his experience as a pro hitting partner with Taylor Fritz, Alexander Bublik and Emma Raducanu! Enjoy and follow Tennis Uncovered on Instagram and X (Twitter) @tennisuncoveredpod
In this episode of Tennis Uncovered, we dive into the Jannik Sinner doping case with Tim Hyman, a Juris Doctor candidate at Sydney Uni Law School. Just last week, Sinner accepted a three-month ban from tennis, sparking intense debate across the sport. Tim brings his legal expertise to the conversation as we unpack the details of the case, its impact on Sinner's career, and what this means for tennis moving forward. Expect an open, relatable discussion, as Tim is also my brother (!) offering a unique, personal perspective on this unfolding story.Enjoy and follow Tennis Uncovered on Instagram and X (Twitter) @tennisuncoveredpod
Tim Shute joins the Tennis Uncovered Podcast to chat about his work in Graphic Design and Illustration in the tennis industry. Endorsed online by ATP Tour, Nick Kyrgios and more, Tim is leading the way in mixing art with tennis. You can follow Tim's work on Instagram @shuteillustration. Enjoy and follow Tennis Uncovered on Instagram and X (Twitter) @tennisuncoveredpod
Amy Wright joins the Tennis Uncovered Podcast to chat about psychology in tennis and using sport as a vehicle to change lives, especially those who struggle with mental health. Sport in Mind is an award winning mental health charity that aims to improve the lives of people experiencing mental health problems through sport and physical activity. Follow them on social @sportinmind and follow Amy @sportinmind_surrey Enjoy and follow Tennis Uncovered on Instagram and X (Twitter) @tennisuncoveredpod CHAPTERS 0:00 INTRO 5:10 UNIVERSITY TENNIS COORDINATOR 7:05 HOW TO OPEN TENNIS UP 15:20 CHANGING LIVES THROUGH SPORT IN MIND CHARITY 26:15 MENTAL HEALTH AND TENNIS PLAYERS 32:10 AMY'S PLANS WITH SPORT IN MIND CHARITY 34:25 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR NEXT GUEST
Grant Thompson joins the Tennis Uncovered Podcast to chat with Alex about his ventures into writing for the ATP Website, balancing writing with his passion for coaching and his advice for those wanting to work in the tennis industry. Follow Tennis Uncovered on Instagram and X (Twitter) @tennisuncoveredpod CHAPTERS 00:00 INTRO 01:48 EARLY LIFE AND TENNIS 05:00 US COLLEGE & AN UNEXPECTED DEGREE! 10:00 CREATIVE STORYTELLING 14:15 HOW HAS COACHING HELPED WRITING FOR ATP 17:15 FIRST BREAK INTO THE ATP 28:00 SPECIFICS OF WORK FOR ATP CHALLENGER TOUR 37:55 PLANS MOVING FORWARD
Kieran Archer joins the Tennis Uncovered Podcast to chat with Alex about all things tennis journalism and reporting. Kieran shares stories of interviewing Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper months before they went on to become icons of the sport. Follow Tennis Uncovered on Instagram and X (Twitter) @tennisuncoveredpod CHAPTERS 0:37 Current role in football 1:30 Path into sports journalism 9:06 Advice for uni students 14:20 Breaking into tennis industry 25:50 Reporting at Wimbledon 39:17 Comparing Wimbledon to ITFs 42:10 Career goals
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