EP050 - One-Handed Backhand, Injuries & No Money: Andrew Harris on Tennis Life
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Australian professional tennis player Andrew Harris opens up in this candid interview about the real challenges of life on tour. From being a top junior, becoming an NCAA Doubles Champion at Oklahoma, breaking into the Top 150 in singles and Top 100 in doubles, to ultimately facing injuries, financial struggles, and tough career decisions, Andrew tells the unfiltered story of what it’s really like to chase a tennis dream.In this conversation, Andrew Harris discusses:- The impact of injuries on his professional career- How college tennis saved him from burnout and gave him a pathway- The truth about money in doubles (why even top 100 players struggle)- His thoughts on the future of doubles tennis- The challenges and advantages of a one-handed backhand- Transitioning into coaching and helping the next generationIf you’ve ever wondered what the tennis world looks like behind the rankings and highlight reels, this episode gives you the inside story.📌 Timestamps00:00 – Andrew's Junior Tennis Journey03:09 – The Impact of Family on Tennis Career06:08 – Transitioning to College Tennis09:04 – The Importance of College in Tennis Development11:51 – Injuries and Their Impact on Career15:09 – Playing Style and Match Confidence18:03 – The One-Handed Backhand: Strengths and Limitations21:04 – Variety in Playing Styles24:10 – The Evolution of Tennis Post-COVID32:19 – Transitioning from Singles to Doubles37:34 – The Future of Doubles in Tennis41:09 – Financial Viability of Doubles44:05 – Memorable Matches and College Tennis46:51 – Aussie Tennis Culture and Development50:28 – Coaching Transition and Insights57:40 – Working with Players: Strategies and Communication#Tennis #AndrewHarris #CollegeTennis #ProTennis #TennisPodcast #DoublesTennis #TennisLife
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