The Prodigy Maker Tennis Show

What Every Tennis Parent NEEDS To Know About Summer Camp

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:33:26 GMT

What should parents really look for in a summer tennis camp?

In this episode, Chris Lewit shares practical guidance for families trying to make smart summer training decisions. With more than 20 years of coaching experience, Chris explains how parents can evaluate camp quality, identify the difference between recreational and serious training environments, and choose a program that fits a child’s age, level, goals, and personality.

This conversation also explores the unique role summer can play in junior development. Chris discusses when high-performance summer training can be valuable, how to think about workload and recovery, and why the right environment can influence technical improvement, confidence, independence, and long-term motivation.

If you are a tennis parent planning the summer calendar, this episode will help you better understand what matters most before committing to a camp.

In this episode:

• How parents can evaluate a summer tennis camp

• The difference between fun camps and serious training camps

• When high-performance summer training makes sense

• Common mistakes parents make when choosing camps

• How summer training can support long-term player development

• Lessons from 20 years of coaching junior players

00:00 The biggest question parents should ask

00:37 Ideal coach-to-player ratios

02:13 Evaluating camp coaches and staff quality

05:12 The case for smaller camps

07:10 Is the camp’s big-name coach actually present?

09:43 What one week at camp can realistically do

14:57 The importance of indoor courts and weather backup

17:30 Values, behavior, and social environment

19:54 Why individualized camp plans matter

25:11 Why technique and footwork often get ignored

29:41 Fitness, overuse, and injury risk

30:51 Why fewer hours can produce better results

36:30 Closing thoughts on choosing the right camp

38:03 Substack, future topics, and sign-off

🎾 The Prodigy Maker Tennis Show (PMTS) explores the intersection of junior tennis development, cutting-edge sport science, fitness, health, and human performance. Hosted by world-renowned coach Chris Lewit — author of The Secrets of Spanish Tennis and Winning Pretty, and developer of numerous No. 1 juniors in the U.S. — PMTS brings together coaching wisdom, research, and technology to shape the future of tennis and human performance.

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How to Handle Cheating in Junior Tennis: Myths Busted

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 14:12:07 GMT

Cheating in junior tennis is one of the toughest parts of competition—for players, parents, and coaches. In this video, we break down the biggest myths about cheating in junior tennis and talk about how to handle bad line calls, unfair behavior, and tense match situations with confidence and composure.

This is a classic show from our archive!

You’ll learn how to respond without losing focus, how to protect yourself mentally during a match, and what players and parents can do to stay calm, smart, and competitive. The goal is not just to win points—it’s to build resilience, sportsmanship, and match toughness.

Whether you’re a junior player, tennis parent, or coach, this video will help you navigate one of the most frustrating parts of the game.

0:00 Welcome Back & Show Update

1:26 The Dirty Tricks Department

2:52 Writing the Article & Other Topic Ideas

4:49 Junior Tennis and High Performance Focus

5:45 Story of a Student Who Uses Dirty Tricks

8:11 Mixed Calls and Mind Games

9:16 Tennis as Psychological Warfare

12:17 Score Manipulation Tactics

13:47 Why This Could Be a Book

15:17 Why Tennis Encourages Cheating

17:11 Big Points and Why Cheating Matters

19:17 Time, Downtime, and Mental Distraction

22:30 Why Kids Quit Tournament Tennis

24:23 Should Coaching Be Allowed?

26:17 How Manipulators Get Opponents Thinking

29:18 The Late Call / Played-Out-Ball Trick

31:51 Why Players Should Not Engage in Conversation

33:41 Personal Match Story: Telling an Opponent to Stop Talking

35:22 Myths Coaches and Parents Tell About Cheating

36:44 The Drop Shot as Psychological Warfare

38:12 Other Legal Mind Games: Lobs and Moon Balls

40:15 A Future Book: Dirty Tricks and Solutions

41:32 Four Common Dirty Tricks Recap

45:47 Psychological Warfare Can Beat Better Technique

47:11 Tennis Resources and Where the Article May Appear

49:40 Final Thoughts on the Dirty Tricks Department

50:15 ProdigyMaker Blog and Coaching Influences

52:00 Life in Vermont & Sign-Off

#JuniorTennis #TennisMentalToughness #TennisParents #TennisCoaching #Sportsmanship #TennisTips

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Tennis Kids and Instagram: Healthy or Harmful?

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:43:02 GMT

🎾 Tennis Kids & Instagram: Healthy or Harmful?

More and more junior players are being featured on IG—but is it helping their development or hurting it?

Chris breaks down the positives, the pitfalls, and the ethical questions every parent and coach should be thinking about.

👇 Listen now and decide for yourself

0:00 Should You Put Your Tennis Kid on Instagram?

0:59 Is It Healthy? The Big Question

2:08 Casual Sharing vs. Dedicated Accounts

4:17 Different Types of Tennis Parent Posting

5:05 When Posting Becomes Branding

6:20 Proud Parent or Building a Business?

8:24 Why Parents Build a Brand Around a Child

10:49 Is It Healthy for Kids?

12:08 Pressure, Performance, and the Camera

13:09 The Tony Nadal Perspective on Humility

15:03 Ego, Attention, and Character Development

17:05 Protecting Your Child’s Mental Health

18:54 When Social Media Becomes a Production

19:44 Scouting, Exposure, and the New Tennis World

20:56 What If Things Go Wrong?

22:01 Monetizing a Child’s Tennis the Right Way

23:39 How to Protect Kids While Using Social Media

24:10 Preview of the Next Podcast Episode

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Why Most Coaches Still Teach the Forehand Wrong!

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 01:32:13 GMT

Prodigy Maker Show EP 118

A replay of one of our popular shows

Building the Modern Forehand

Toni Nadal says the forehand is the most important shot in tennis. Chris may not fully agree, but he understands why Toni sees it that way.

In this replay of Episode 118, Chris breaks down the secrets of the modern Spanish forehand and explains how he teaches players to build it from the ground up.

This was a lively episode with great audience questions, strong debate, and a special cameo from Chris’s sidekick and cohost, Sammie the Tennis Dog.

In this episode, Chris discusses:

Why he broke away from teaching the traditional old-school forehand

The key technical reference points of the modern forehand

Whether kids should begin with a closed or open stance

Eastern vs. semi-western grip

When to teach the kick serve to children, and how to teach it safely

The biggest safety concerns for young players learning the kick serve

How legendary coaches like Robert Lansdorp, Rick Macci, Luis Bruguera, Pato Alvarez, Emilio Sanchez, Toni Nadal, and others teach the forehand

Important terms Chris uses, including extension, parabolic shape, open stance, inverted finish, and drift

Spanish terminology and theory for forehand development

Why the speed at which a coach develops a player matters

Why the best coaches are often faster and more efficient, and why that affects what they can charge

Technical trends from the last 40 years on the pro tour

The dramatic evolution of backhand technique, and where Chris believes forehand training is headed next

Why it’s important to challenge long-held beliefs in the coaching world

Why calculated risks are sometimes necessary to develop better training methods

Why Chris is shocked that Toni Nadal still teaches an old-school forehand model to young players

Check out Chris’s YouTube channel for more videos and drills used in Spain to help build the Spanish forehand.

Spanish Forehand Course:

https://clta.teachable.com/p/whip

0:00 Intro + Sammy the Tennis Dog

1:20 Why the show exists

3:51 Forehand topic overview

6:17 Why Chris questioned traditional forehand teaching

10:45 Building a modern forehand safely

13:37 Q&A: Eastern backhand grip for kick serve

17:26 Why the “classic” forehand is outdated

20:35 Teaching open stance first

24:14 Circular swing shape and inverted finish

27:19 Hands-on teaching method and feel

28:11 Grip choice: semi-western and low finish

30:38 “Drift,” figure-eight patterns, and modern forehand terms

34:14 Demo: inverted forehand finish

40:47 Why topspin is essential from the start

43:29 How Spanish coaches teach the forehand

46:19 Q&A: String position on the backswing

48:23 Why speed of development matters

51:26 Extension vs. cutting the swing short

56:15 Why many coaches still teach an old model

1:01:06 Comparison to the evolution of the two-handed backhand

1:06:19 Why coaches “correct” naturally modern swings

1:09:18 Forehand finish variations

1:11:44 The Spanish development path

1:16:03 “Marathon vs sprint” in junior development

1:20:12 Final thoughts on faster, safer player development

1:24:15 Outro + where to follow/listen

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The Spanish Forehand: Building a Heavy Ball with Velocity Drills

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 23:11:56 GMT

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show – Episode 117

In Episode 117 of the Prodigy Maker Tennis Show, Chris dives deep into the philosophy behind Spanish tennis development and how elite Spanish players learn to produce the famous “heavy ball.” Drawing inspiration from the training systems that shaped players like Rafael Nadal and the modern generation of clay-court competitors, Chris explains how spin, velocity, and timing combine to create a forehand that feels heavy and explosive to opponents.

This episode explores the concept of Spanish velocity—training methods that blend high-repetition rally patterns, rotational power, and aggressive topspin mechanics. Chris breaks down a series of Spanish-style drills designed to increase signaling strength between the brain and muscles, helping players improve neuromuscular efficiency, racket head speed, and the rate of force development.

Listeners will learn how these drills train the body to accelerate faster through contact, build stronger kinetic chain sequencing, and develop the physical qualities needed to generate heavy, high-kicking shots that push opponents off the baseline.

Whether you’re a player, coach, or parent developing the next tennis prodigy, this episode offers practical insight into how Spanish training principles can be used to build a powerful forehand and a truly heavy ball.

0:00 Welcome to the Tennis Evolution community chat

0:25 Sunday night Q&A and this week’s new videos

1:12 What the Spanish heavy ball really is

2:23 How Spain spread the heavy ball forehand worldwide

3:12 Spanish acceleration drills for racket speed

4:18 Power + spin = the heavy ball

4:36 Luis Bruguera and the origins of the drills

5:09 How rapid-feed drills build whip and explosiveness

6:22 Why the drills also improve endurance on clay

7:08 Can kids and adults both use these drills?

7:57 Why Chris became a believer after years of doubt

8:37 Bruguera vs. Pato Alvarez on acceleration drills

10:22 Other Spanish coaches who doubted the method

11:31 First question: returning fast, flat serves

12:40 Split-step timing for better serve returns

14:32 Where great returners focus their eyes

16:10 More return-of-serve resources and tips

17:01 Why Chris now strongly believes in acceleration training

18:07 Why the Spanish forehand is special

19:31 Technical and neuromuscular benefits of the drills

20:11 Carlos Moya, Sergi Bruguera, and classic Spanish forehands

22:28 How western-grip players handle low balls

23:15 Learning to swing fast while staying balanced

24:23 Do coaches in Spain teach lag directly?

25:24 The ecological approach and guided discovery

26:45 Why Spanish coaching feels different

28:07 Luis Bruguera’s influence on Spanish teaching

31:59 Is the Rafa Nadal Academy the best in Spain?

34:31 Key takeaway: the heavy ball is built, not accidental

36:33 Why Spain had a competitive advantage

37:21 Common mistakes when doing acceleration drills

38:35 Why this method helped Spain rise in world tennis

39:45 Who benefits most from these drills

40:22 The challenge of combining pace with spin

41:25 Final thoughts and where to watch more videos

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What Makes a Bad Tennis Lesson? (High Performance Truth)

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:28:54 GMT

🎾 EP 116 – Prodigy Maker Tennis Show

“Bad Tennis Lesson” – What Makes a Lesson Bad?

Classic archive replay featuring Chris’ high-performance perspective

In this classic replay episode, Chris breaks down a topic that doesn’t get talked about enough:

👉 What actually makes a tennis lesson bad?

From a high-performance coaching lens, it’s not about personality, energy, or even how “fun” the session is. It’s about whether the lesson truly moves the player forward.

0:00 Intro + show setup

0:38 Pandemic schedule + summer camp update

3:37 Topic begins: What makes a bad tennis lesson?

4:21 U10 / Red-Orange-Green: where bad lessons happen

5:06 Biggest red flag: too many “PE games,” not enough racket time

6:23 What a good kids lesson looks like: racket in hand, lots of swings

7:43 Another red flag: kids not swinging hard / no athletic intent

9:38 Bad lesson sign: no movement, no footwork, no sweat

12:50 Kids lessons should be cardio + training the body

13:29 Bad lesson sign: holding kids back with soft balls / small courts

16:29 “Typical club lesson” problems (adult + junior)

18:11 The ball cart trap + wasted pickup time

20:02 Bad lesson sign: coach talks too much

21:56 Bad lesson sign: coach on the phone during lesson

23:12 Live Q&A comment (yellow ball injury myth)

25:17 Bad lesson sign: outdated technique (1970s strokes)

26:48 All drills or all live ball = usually not ideal

29:21 Coach extremes: only tactics or only technique

30:11 Best coaching = balance + range

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How to Handle Moonballers

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 01:38:49 GMT

We apologize for the microphone/sound issues!

In this episode of The Prodigy Maker Show Replay from the archive, Chris breaks down the hot-topic debate around moonballers and moonballing in junior tennis — including the recent controversy at the Little Mo Regionals and Nationals. Chris shares what he thinks is fair, what’s not ideal for development, and how parents/coaches can respond without losing their minds.

You’ll learn:

Is moonballing dirty tennis or honorable?
Should tournaments discourage/stop moonballing?
The good and bad about moonballing as a junior strategy
The difference between true moonballing vs. attacking with a heavy, high topspin ball
Do the pros ever moonball?
The connection between moonballing, pushing, and drop shots
The best way to beat a determined moonballer (and what Chris teaches his players)
The best technique to use if you want to “moonball” the right way

Chris also shares real match observations from Little Mo, why high balls are so disruptive for young kids, and the #1 solution he teaches: the swinging topspin volley.

Vamos! 🇪🇸🎾

00:00 Episode intro + location (Manchester, Vermont)

00:25 Why this show: moonballing frustration + Little Mo controversy

01:38 Is moonballing a legit strategy in 9s/10s/12s?

03:11 Does moonballing work long-term? Do pros do it?

03:42 “Moonball” vs heavy topspin high ball (what Chris teaches)

04:49 The extreme “cloud ball” example from Little Mo Nationals

06:13 Why super-high balls are so disruptive (tracking + timing)

07:22 Is it “dirty”? Comparing moonballing to drop shots/underhand serves

08:03 Why moonballing works in young juniors (size, strength, overheads)

09:48 The real solution: teach the swinging topspin volley

10:39 Take it on the rise vs take it out of the air (what’s more reliable)

11:21 What if a kid moonballs every single point? (reality check)

12:03 Respect the tactics, but don’t build bad long-term habits

13:19 Use high balls selectively + with racket speed and topspin

14:10 Fixing technique: accelerate, use spin, footwork, positioning

15:02 “There’s no height limit” — why it’s legal tennis

16:05 High/slow/short/low: all are valid ways to attack

17:29 “A slow ball can be an attack” (big tactical lesson)

18:33 “Disturb your opponent” (Luis Bruguera concept)

19:42 Develop technique so kids don’t rely on ugly moonballs

21:22 Moonballing in Little Mo: thoughts + invite comments

22:24 Put yourself in the kid’s shoes (why they do it)

23:42 Moonballing vs pushing (and why it wins)

25:12 Moonballing, pushing, drop shots = psychological warfare

27:22 Tactical maturity vs overusing the strategy

29:18 Coaching it right: tools + timing + technique standards

31:17 Praise creativity, then guide long-term development

33:23 “Who wants to watch that?” (boring but legal)

34:19 Final take: don’t villainize — teach better habits

35:29 Little Mo circuit overview + why Chris recommends it

36:46 Whooshing vs pushing (racket speed mindset)

38:06 Training announcements: Florida (Oct 12 week) + Vermont training day

40:25 Train with Chris in Manchester, VT + closing

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Should You Copy Alcaraz’s Strokes?

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:07:04 GMT

Carlos Alcaraz’s Technique Explained 🎾 | Sunday Evening Q&A with Chris Lewit LIVE

PMTS 114

In this session, we talk about Carlos Alcaraz’s technique and, more importantly, what players of all levels can learn from it. This isn’t about copying swings — it’s about understanding the principles behind elite movement, spacing, balance, and shot selection.

Topics discussed include:

• What makes Alcaraz’s technique so effective

• How movement supports every shot

• Why spacing and balance matter more than mechanics alone

• What juniors and adult players should actually focus on

• How Spanish player development shapes modern technique

These Sunday conversations are designed to be interactive, thoughtful, and practical, giving players, parents, and coaches real insight into high-level tennis development.

Thanks for being part of the podcast community.

Drop your questions in the comments — we read and respond.

0:00 Welcome + Sunday Evening Community Talk

0:47 Topic: Alcaraz Technique Through the Spanish Method Lens

1:54 Backhand Changes: Ultra-Compact “Hook Loop” Two-Hander

2:32 Forehand Grip: Conservative vs Modern Pro Grips

3:08 Visiting Ferrero Academy: Watching Alcaraz Train Up Close

4:39 Academy Origins + Antonio Cascales’ Role

6:10 Coaching Philosophy: Freedom, Variety, All-Court Identity

7:26 Serve Evolution: The “Cobra” Serve Debate

9:45 Footwork + Spanish Movement Training

10:35 Two #1 Players From a Small Academy (Why It Matters)

12:58 Ferrero–Alcaraz Split: Context + Possible Reasons

15:01 Q&A: Progress Without Ferrero + Coaching Impact Over a Season

17:16 Backhand Takeaways: Wide Ball + Open/Semi-Open Stance

20:01 Compact Backhand Mechanics + Straight-Arm Extension

22:32 Forehand Takeback: Copy or Not?

25:36 Forehand Takeaways: Stances + Lateral Movement

26:10 The Lasso/Helicopter Forehand Trend (Why It’s Spreading)

29:02 Serve Question: “Palm Up” and the Waiter’s Tray Myth

33:01 Lasso Follow-Through: Future of the Forehand?

37:27 Forehand Finish: Palm Down vs Palm Out (Pronation Debate)

42:03 Q&A: High Elbow Takeback—Should the Elbow Drop?

48:44 Serve: Is Alcaraz Copying Djokovic?

49:03 Serve Breakdown: Why He Changed + What Matters Most

53:02 Coaching Takeaway: Old Serve Easier to Learn

55:20 Placebo Effect vs Real Biomechanical Advantage

55:53 Serve Takeaways: Posture, Leg Drive, Simple Fundamentals

57:02 Wrap-Up + Where to Leave Questions

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🔥 Alcaraz’s Big Win Explained | The Spanish Tennis Method Revealed 🇪🇸🎾

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:21:58 GMT

🔥 Alcaraz’s Big Win Explained | The Spanish Tennis Method Revealed 🇪🇸🎾

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 113

Carlos Alcaraz delivers another statement victory — but how does he keep doing it?

In this video, a tennis expert breaks down Alcaraz’s big win and goes deep into the Spanish tennis method that has produced champions for decades. From clay-court foundations to modern power tennis, we explain the real secrets behind Spain’s continued success at the very top of the game.

💡 In this video you’ll learn:

• What makes the Spanish tennis system different from everyone else

• How Alcaraz blends traditional clay-court skills with modern aggression

• The physical, tactical, and mental pillars of Spanish player development

• Why Spanish players thrive under pressure and in long matches

• How Alcaraz compares to past legends — and where he’s already ahead

• Which country is the best in the world in tennis right now? We debate it

• Viewer questions answered — training, mentality, and future predictions

Whether you’re a player, coach, or hardcore fan, this breakdown shows why Alcaraz isn’t a fluke — and why Spain keeps producing champions while other nations struggle to keep up.

👇 Drop your questions in the comments:

Is Spain still the gold standard in tennis?

Who’s the real rival nation right now?

And how long can Alcaraz stay on top?

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00:00 – Spanish tennis & show intro (Spanish method, book, Q&A format)

00:26 – Congrats: Carlos Alcaraz and Spanish tennis excitement

01:20 – Podcast + “Sunday night” community coaching format (Prodigy Maker Tennis Show)

02:13 – “Changing of the guard”: Spain shifting from homegrown pipeline to global training destination

03:01 – Is Spanish tennis declining after Rafael Nadal? (yes/no + context)

03:33 – Country depth: USA leading in Top 100 numbers; Spain/Italy comparisons

05:17 – Italy adopting Spanish methodology; Spanish influence through coaches

06:00 – Spain as a hub: Barcelona/east coast + Spanish coaching “diaspora” worldwide

07:34 – Examples of Spanish-trained non-Spanish pros (training blocks, Spanish coaches)

10:27 – Core pillar #1: Movement/footwork, positioning, eyes + feet

12:00 – Core pillar #2: Racket acceleration drills (power + spin, topspin forehand culture)

13:30 – Core pillar #3: Consistency, patience, shot tolerance, grinding ability

15:03 – The Spanish “suffering” ethos: endurance, discipline, fighting spirit

18:05 – Fitness & physical development: court time vs gym/track/injury prevention

21:05 – Ecological dynamics / guided discovery: shaping players via constraints & environment

23:45 – Why Spain produced champions: system vs “lab-built” technique; tennis IQ emergence

31:04 – Rafa’s impact on topspin; Spanish style evolution & exceptions

32:18 – Wrap-up: Spanish tennis today—fewer natives in Top 100, but training the world

34:10 – Young Spanish prospects mentioned (next generation to watch)

36:15 – Q: Why US men lag in Slams? (numbers strong, champion gap, “suffering” factor)

37:46 – Closing / goodbye

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Let’s Talk Junior Talent

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:51:44 GMT

What does real junior tennis talent actually look like?

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 112

In this episode, Chris breaks down junior tennis talent identification—covering how to spot potential early, what tests actually matter, and common mistakes coaches and parents make when evaluating young players.

This is one of our most listened-to podcast episodes of the year, brought back from the archive by popular demand.

Whether you’re developing juniors or trying to understand long-term athlete potential, this episode delivers real insight.

Enjoy the show.

0:00 – Introduction: New Topic, Talent & Junior Development

2:21 – Why Talent Identification Is So Difficult

3:27 – First Talent Marker: Eyes, Hands & Ball Contact

6:45 – Movement, Speed & Footwork as Talent Indicators

9:49 – Stamina, Cardio & Running Ability

14:03 – Speed Tests & “Fastest Kid in the Class”

18:22 – Physical Gifts vs Intangibles

19:12 – Target Hitting & Accuracy Tests

22:26 – Drop Shot Test: Reaction & Competitive Drive

24:05 – Early Experience with Prodigies

27:15 – Talent as a “Video Game Character”

32:11 – Competitiveness & the Killer Instinct

37:00 – Wolves vs Sheep: Who Thrives in Tennis

40:38 – The Most Overlooked Talent: Durability & Injury Resistance

45:57 – Mental Gifts: Coachability, Learning & Focus

49:05 – Talent, Time & UTR as a Measurement Tool

52:12 – Hard Work vs Talent: Limits of the Equation

55:11 – Personal Playing Career & Max Potential

58:11 – John Wooden’s Pyramid of Success

1:00:03 – What Makes a Truly Talented Coach

1:06:51 – Time Constraints & Player Development Reality

1:09:45 – When Hard Work Can (and Can’t) Beat Talent

1:12:31 – Tony Nadal’s View on Work Ethic

1:15:21 – Can Players Run Out of Time?

1:18:39 – Evaluating Coaches by Development Speed

1:22:07 – Emilio Sánchez: Talent vs Federation Belief

1:25:07 – Practical Advice for Coaches & Parents

1:30:05 – Final Thoughts: Time, Talent & Coaching Efficiency

1:32:08 – Closing, Cheating Tease & Show Wrap-Up

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Improve Your Spacing and Topspin 🎾🔥

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:22:11 GMT

Improve Your Spacing and Topspin

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 111

Sunday, January 11, 2026

In this live Q&A session, Tennis Evolution Head Coach Chris Lewit shared deep insights into spacing on groundstrokes and how players can train themselves to find better contact positions consistently.

Chris—who studied literature and religion at Cornell, Harvard, and Columbia and is currently pursuing a PhD in kinesiology—is widely regarded as one of the top high-performance tennis coaches in the United States.

Key Takeaways: Improving Spacing

Chris outlined a clear, practical framework for improving spacing, including:

Let the ball fall before striking

Trick your brain to reach and extend more fully

Play deeper near the back fence or wall to give your visual system more time to track the ball

Allow the energy of the ball to die out before receiving it

Be patient and avoid attacking the ball when working specifically on spacing

Spacing and Topspin

Chris also explained how topspin generation is closely linked to spacing, emphasizing that spacing must come first before power and spin can be maximized.

Key elements of effective topspin include:

Letting the ball fall

A loose arm and wrist

A smooth, low-to-high “ramping” swing path

Proper spacing to allow the swing to work naturally

New Book Announcement

Chris also discussed his upcoming book and its central thesis. You can learn more about it now at winningpretty.com.

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Should Talented Kids Under 10 Train with Yellow Balls?

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 16:57:50 GMT

Rather than accepting the Red–Orange–Green pathway as a one-size-fits-all solution, this episode challenges current assumptions and argues that young talents should have appropriate opportunities to train with yellow balls, alongside scaled equipment, when developmentally ready.

🎾 Key themes in this episode include:

• Why the Red, Orange, and Green Ball system can limit long-term potential if applied rigidly

• The difference between recreational participation and high-performance development

• Why some young players need earlier exposure to yellow balls for timing, spacing, and skill acquisition

• How over-protecting young players can delay technical and athletic growth

• A more flexible, individualized approach to junior development

This episode is especially valuable for parents of talented young players, coaches working in high-performance pathways, and anyone interested in the long-term development of elite junior tennis players.

This is a golden oldie from the archive, but the discussion remains highly relevant today as junior tennis continues to debate the best developmental models for young athletes.

📌 Prodigy Maker Tennis Show – Episode 110

Hosted by Chris Lewit

0:00 Introduction and show update

1:00 Topic overview: Red, Orange, Green, and U10 tennis

2:20 Why this is a controversial issue in junior development

3:40 Injury prevention myth with low compression balls

5:30 Tournament mandates and parent frustration

7:30 Racket size vs ball type for young players

9:00 Power development concerns with soft balls

11:00 Why some juniors struggle to develop pace

13:00 U10 vs U6: Rethinking the age model

15:00 Can young kids handle a full court?

17:00 Movement, footwork, and athletic development

19:00 Benefits of Red/Orange/Green for grassroots tennis

21:00 Why ROG is not ideal for high performance players

23:00 Coaching vs equipment in technique development

25:00 Tactical development myths

27:00 Teaching movement instead of slowing the ball

29:00 Can talented kids play yellow ball early?

31:00 Problems with holding players back too long

33:00 Tournament progression rules explained

35:00 Why parents want choice, not mandates

37:00 Evidence vs opinion in junior tennis systems

39:00 Marketing, misinformation, and pressure on parents

41:00 Why tennis development is both a sprint and a marathon

44:00 Consequences of delayed development

46:00 Can elite players survive ROG systems?

48:00 Where junior tennis should go next

50:00 The culture of debate and dissent in tennis

52:00 Final thoughts for parents and coaches

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What Most Tennis Parents Get Wrong About Junior Tournaments

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:40:59 GMT

🎾 Classic From the Archive | Episode 109: Junior Tennis Tournaments, Pathways & Predicting Potential

This is a classic archive episode (Episode 109) where Chris breaks down one of the most confusing—and important—topics in junior tennis: tournaments, development pathways, and how to realistically evaluate future potential.

Over the years, Chris has received countless questions from parents and coaches about how many tournaments kids should play, when to move up levels, how much to train, and how to navigate the maze of junior tennis systems. In this episode, he pulls everything together in one deep, honest conversation.

Chris explains the different tournament options for prodigies and non-prodigies at every stage of junior development—from 5 years old through the teenage years—and discusses what actually matters versus what is often just noise.

In this episode, Chris covers:

• Why most true prodigies don’t do group classes at young ages

• Why elite juniors often bypass Red, Orange, and Green ball programs

• The importance of building world-class technique early

• The heavy-handed tournament mandates in junior tennis

• The typical ranking and tournament pathway of Division 1 college players

• Junior age and ranking trends that accurately predict D3, D1, pro, or Slam-level potential

• The difference between being dominant in your own age group vs. 2–3 age groups up

• How much top sectional juniors really practice and compete

• Tournament volume and training hours for Top 100 nationally ranked juniors

• USTA National Circuit vs. ITF Junior World Tour—which makes more sense and when

• Using UTR, Little Mo, and Junior Tennis Tour to bypass U10 mandates

• Skipping USTA tournaments under age 10—smart or risky?

• Whether UTR actually matters in long-term development

• How Chris evaluates junior pathways and measuring sticks for future success

There’s no crystal ball—but as Chris explains, the trends are there to see if you know what to look for.

📌 Episode 109 is a must-watch for parents, coaches, and players looking for clarity, realism, and long-term perspective on junior tennis development.

0:00 Intro: Classic episode on tournament planning

0:26 Episode focus: Junior tournament progression (ages 5–18)

1:14 Breaking junior ages down (5–10, 10–18)

2:32 Young prodigies: training volume & early development

3:44 Why prodigies avoid group classes early

5:17 Why Red/Orange/Green programs slow development

7:05 When groups can work (motor talent vs. reps needed)

9:08 Building world-class technique early (creating the “gap”)

10:52 Prodigy markers: winning multiple age divisions up

14:09 Non-prodigy kids: realistic training approach & enjoyment

16:48 Why most clubs mis-handle early coaching

19:47 USTA under-10 mandates & frustration

21:20 Push through Orange/Green fast (get to Yellow ball)

22:50 Example: age rules that block talented kids

24:44 Bypassing USTA: UTR, Little Mo, other circuits

26:36 Little Mo explained + why it matters

29:38 Best options for ages 5–10: what to prioritize

32:21 Over 10: USTA levels, nationals, points system

36:53 ITF Junior World Tour: grades & junior slams pathway

39:32 Starting the pro path: Futures / ITF World Tour

41:14 USTA vs ITF: which route makes sense (money/travel/training)

45:05 Ranking “signals”: D1 vs pro vs slam-level potential

48:40 Non-prodigy pathway: sectional → national ranking targets

53:02 What rankings typically predict: D1 vs D3 vs club tennis

56:03 How many tournaments per month (and why too many hurts)

1:00:46 Training hours per week: elite vs non-elite

1:02:36 Is D1 hard to reach? (recruiting reality)

1:03:23 Wrap-up + invite for follow-up questions

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The Elastic Forehand of the Modern Game

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 23:00:27 GMT

The Elastic Forehand of the Modern Game

🎾 Live Coaching Podcast Prodigy Maker

Tennis Show — Episode 108 (LIVE)

This is a live coaching podcast and tennis show focused on the elastic forehand of the modern game. We break down how today’s players create effortless power through acceleration, lag, and whip, and—most importantly—how to teach and develop these skills in players of all levels.

Join us live to ask your questions and learn directly from one of the best tennis coaches in the country. This is an interactive show designed for coaches, players, and serious tennis fans who want a deeper understanding of modern technique and performance.

📍 Live from the Chris Lewit Tennis Academy

🗓 Every Sunday evening

⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM start time depending on when Chris finishes practice!

Tune in live, join the chat, and be part of the conversation and our YouTube community. YouTube.com/ChrisLewit to join!

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How UTR Took Over Tennis: The Good, The Bad, The Truth

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 13:07:04 GMT

Prodigy Maker Show — Episode 107

A classic archive episode exploring why so many players and coaches say “UTR is God.”

We break down the Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) system, how the algorithm really works, and why it has reshaped player habits, tournament choices, recruiting, and the global tennis landscape.

In this episode:

• What the UTR algorithm actually measures

• Why players are changing schedules, training, and match strategy because of UTR

• The good: accuracy, transparency, incentive to play up

• The bad: pressure, ranking-chasing, distorted development paths

• Real stories of how UTR impacts players worldwide

• What coaches and parents need to know

Chapters

0:00 Classic archive intro – “UTR Is God”

0:25 Today’s topic: UTR, tournaments and Q&A

1:02 UTR as a new “religion” in tennis

2:10 Tech, algorithms and how UTR took over

2:51 Early days of UTR and rapid growth

3:32 Parents, kids and UTR obsession

4:27 UTR app, rating addiction and development

5:22 Broken tournament structures and backdraw issues

7:05 Ducking tournaments based on UTR numbers

8:45 App addiction and unhealthy focus on ratings

9:55 Old-school ranking days vs now

12:13 Character building vs ducking competition

15:03 “Just sign up and battle” mindset

17:16 Why kids won’t use tournaments to work on skills

18:26 Fear of the algorithm and missed growth

20:12 Protecting kids from rating obsession

21:29 USDA criticism and 10U red–orange–green

24:03 Fragmented system: UTR, USTA, ITF and others

26:09 Long-term development vs chasing the number

29:04 Tennis vs pickleball (and padel)

31:12 Using UTR but managing its downsides

33:29 UTR as the SAT score of tennis

35:22 Low participation and UTR as partial solution

36:27 How parents and coaches should handle UTR

38:02 Final message: no ducking, play anyone, anytime

39:36 Tournament pathway questions (UTR, USTA, ITF)

40:05 Outro, holiday camps and Vermont summer camp promo

Whether you love it or hate it, UTR has changed tennis forever.

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Elite Serving Blueprint: Junior & Adult Player Guide

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 02:20:24 GMT

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 106

Unlock the Elite Serving Strategy used by top players around the world. In this video, we break down the key tactical elements that help both junior athletes and adult competitors build a dominant, reliable serve.

You’ll learn:

• The essential components of elite serve strategy

• Smart serving patterns for match play

• How juniors can build a champion foundation early

• Tactical serves to apply under pressure

0:00 Elite Serving Blueprint – Show Intro

0:56 Slice vs Kick – Which Serve Should You Teach First?

3:01 How Many Serves Juniors Need (and Gender Differences)

5:01 Core Strategy: Serving Wide to Open the Court

8:02 Deuce vs Ad Court – Best Serves on Each Side

11:04 Spanish Secrets: Abierto & Angulado Wide Serves

15:53 First-Serve Priorities & the “Working Serve” Concept

18:47 Building a Rock-Solid Second Serve Under Pressure

23:09 Reviewing the Serve Strategy Blueprint

24:22 Power Trap: Why Spin Can Be Tougher Than Pace

26:22 Match Targets: Double Faults & First-Serve Percentage

27:21 Adding Variety, Disguise, and Body Serves

28:59 Custom Game Plans vs Different Opponents

30:25 Final Takeaways & How to Train These Patterns

Whether you’re a developing junior, a competitive adult player, or a coach looking to sharpen your athletes’ skills, this breakdown gives you the tools to build a champion-level serve.

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4 Key Tennis Strategies Every Player MUST Know

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 01:21:33 GMT

The Top 4 Most Important Strategies in Tennis

In this video, I break down the 4 essential strategies every tennis player needs to win more matches—no matter your level. These core principles apply to juniors, adults, tournament players, and anyone who wants to play smarter, not just harder.

These are the foundational strategies used by top players to build pressure, control points, and take over matches. Mastering them will dramatically improve your performance—even without changing your technique.

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3 Types of Tennis Parents — Which One Are You?

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:28:45 GMT

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show Ep. 104

There are 3 types of tennis parents — which one are you?

Learn what really helps (and hurts) a young player’s journey to becoming a champion.

🎯 Insights from years of junior-player development, coaching psychology, and real-court experience.

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Should You Change Your Western Grip?

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:25:30 GMT

The Western grip is dominating more in modern tennis — but is it really the best option for every player?

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 103

In this video, I break down when the Western grip helps, when it hurts, and whether you should consider changing your forehand grip.

You’ll learn:

• The pros and cons of Western grips

• When a Semi-Western or Eastern grip might be better

• How grip choice affects consistency, spin, and injury risk

I’ve coached hundreds of high-performance players, and the right grip can completely change your control, power, and long-term development.

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Spanish Footwork & Positioning Secrets 🇪🇸

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:59:56 GMT

Spanish Footwork & Positioning Secrets 🇪🇸 | ENCORE Episode of Our Favorite Tennis Podcast

We’re bringing back one of our favorite episodes — an ENCORE on Spanish footwork and positioning secrets! 🇪🇸🎾

Discover how top Spanish players move so efficiently on clay and hard courts, and learn the drills, mindset, and movement patterns that make their game so solid.

In this episode, we break down:

• The key principles of Spanish-style footwork

• How to position yourself for better balance and timing

• Training habits that build consistency and endurance

• On-court movement drills you can add to your practice

🎧 Tune in and elevate your movement — Spanish style!

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The BEST Tennis Teaching Method in the World?

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 21:44:06 GMT

The BEST Tennis Teaching Method in the World? | Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP. 101

In this episode of Prodigy Maker Tennis Show, we explore Louis Brugueras’ incredible tennis teaching method — a system that’s changing how players learn, move, and think on the court. 🇪🇸🔥

🎯 What you’ll learn:

• The key principles behind Brugueras’ unique approach

• Why this Spanish training philosophy produces world-class players

• How this method balances technique, footwork, and mindset

• Could it truly be the best tennis teaching method in the world?

Hosted from the tennis courts of Spain, this episode dives deep into what makes the Prodigy Maker Method so powerful.

👇 Watch now to discover why top coaches and players are paying attention!

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USTA Coaching Takes Over — Good or Bad for Tennis?

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 19:37:47 GMT

In Episode 100 of the Prodigy Maker Tennis Show, Chris shares his unfiltered take on the USTA’s bold new “USTA Coaching” initiative, a move that could completely reshape American tennis coaching.

Chris breaks down how this centralized system may change everything — from how coaches are certified and educated to how young players are developed across the country. He also dives into one of the sport’s most controversial issues: cheating in tennis — why it’s become so common, how it affects players’ mental games, and what real coaches can do to restore integrity on court.

In this episode:

• What “USTA Coaching” really means for American tennis

• How independent coaches and academies could be affected

• Chris’ candid thoughts on the culture of cheating and gamesmanship

• Why coaching leadership and ethics are key to the sport’s future

Why this matters:

This episode isn’t just about policy — it’s about the soul of American tennis. Chris brings insight, passion, and real-world experience from years of developing elite junior players, challenging the direction the USTA is taking.

Join the conversation:

Do you think the USTA’s new coaching program will raise the standard or tighten control? How should the sport deal with cheating and ethics at every level? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.

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Does Your Kid Have Talent? | Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 99

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 01:11:45 GMT

✨ Does My Kid Have Talent? | Talent Code Explained

Part 2 in our discussion about talent in tennis.

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 99

Every parent wonders: Does my child have a hidden talent? And many adults ask the same about themselves. This video breaks down how to identify talent, what the Talent Code is, and why building a broad portfolio of talents matters more than focusing on just one skill.

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📌 What You’ll Learn in This Video

• How to Spot Talent in Kids (and Yourself): Practical signs that reveal natural strengths.

• The Talent Code: Why talent isn’t just born, but grown through practice and passion.

• Why a Broad Portfolio of Talents is Key: Balancing different skills builds confidence, adaptability, and long-term success. Talent Code Explained

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What is Talent? | Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP. 98

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 22:49:12 GMT

What is Talent? | Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP. 98 (PMTS) with Chris Lewit

What truly makes a junior player talented? In this episode, Chris Lewit dives deep into the meaning of talent in tennis, sharing insights from years of coaching prodigies, phenoms, and elite athletic kids.

Chris reflects on his early work with phenom Vlada Hranchar at ages 6 and 7—now training with legendary coach Rick Macci, who has boldly predicted she could become World No. 1.

You’ll also learn about:

• The different categories of talent Chris has identified

• The key gifts and attributes he believes are vital for long-term success

• The complex nature of developing young champions

Talent is more than raw ability—it’s a blend of physical, mental, and emotional qualities. This episode unpacks it all.

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Israeli Style Tennis Training PMTS EP 97

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:29:37 GMT

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 97 | Gilad Bloom Wisdom

In this episode I share the Top 10 lessons I learned from Gilad Bloom—as a player training under him, as his student when he was my coach, and later in my own journey as a coach.

Gilad, a former Israeli tennis pro and ATP Tour player, brings a unique Israeli approach to training that blends discipline, creativity, and mental toughness. These insights are valuable not only for tennis players, but also for coaches and parents who want to better understand how to support athletes on and off the court.

🎾 Whether you’re looking to improve your game, enhance your coaching, or guide your child’s development, these lessons will give you practical tools and deeper wisdom drawn from years of experience at the highest levels of tennis.

👉 Perfect for players, coaches, and parents who want to learn from one of the great minds in tennis.

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PRO TIPS on how to get better at TENNIS. PMS EP 96

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 17:55:07 GMT

🎾 Prodigy Maker Show #96 – How to Get Better at Tennis! 🎾In this episode, top American coach Chris Lewit shares insider tips on how to improve your tennis game at every level—from beginner to sectional to nationally ranked player.👉 What you’ll learn:The secrets of smart training and practice schedulesHow many private lessons vs. group sessions you really needCommon pitfalls youth players and parents should avoidThe role of psychology and mindset in long-term successProven strategies for building a champion’s foundationWhether you’re a player, parent, or coach, this episode gives you the tools to help young athletes reach their full potential in tennis.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more coaching insights from Chris Lewit on the Prodigy Maker Show!Don't MISS this TOPSPIN PRO HACKLink to my Topspin Pro Review: https://youtu.be/InOA-d08vrc?si=wlz4GPyWAhHeBK4AAffliate link for purchase to support our channel: https://topspinpro.com/ref/christopher-lewit/#Tennis #TennisTips #ChrisLewit #YouthTennis #ProdigyMakerShow

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Secrets of Spanish Tennis 2.0 Interview. Prodigy Maker Show Episode 95

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 12:55:22 GMT

In this episode, we dive deep into the modern evolution of Spanish tennis training! 🇪🇸🔥Join us as we explore the Secrets of Spanish Tennis 2.0, the updated system and philosophy that continues to produce champions like Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz.We cover:✅ The legacy of Rafa and how his style has influenced a generation✅ The meteoric rise of Alcaraz and what sets him apart✅ How the Spanish developmental system is evolving in 2025✅ Differences between the old and new Spanish methods✅ The training secrets behind Spain’s success on clay—and beyond✅ What American coaches and players can learn from Spain✅ The challenges facing Spanish tennis todayWhether you’re a coach, player, or tennis parent, this episode is packed with insights that can elevate your understanding of high-performance player development.🔔 Subscribe for more cutting-edge content on tennis training, biomechanics, and junior development!👉 Leave a comment below with your thoughts on Rafa, Alcaraz, and the future of Spanish tennis!📘 Learn more: search “Secrets of Spanish Tennis 2.0” on Amazon to purchase the bookENTER CODE LEWPRO for $20 off Eye Coach purchases from Eye Coach.Link to my Eye Coach Drills and Hacks video: Eye Coach Secrets: Pro Hacks & Drills You Need to Know! • Eye Coach Secrets: Pro Hacks & Drills You ... Link to my old Eye Coach review: • Billy Jean King's Eye Coach Review Link to my Topspin Pro Review: • Topspin Pro HACKS: REVIEW and 9 DRILLS to ... Affliate link for purchase to support our channel: https://topspinpro.com/ref/christophe...#SpanishTennis #CarlosAlcaraz #RafaelNadal #TennisTraining #ProdigyMaker #JuniorTennis #ClayCourtTennis #TennisPodcast #PlayerDevelopment

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Physics of the Modern Forehand - Prodigy Maker Show 94

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 10:57:06 GMT

🎾 Physics of the Modern Forehand | Prodigy Maker Show Ep. 94 🎾What makes the modern forehand such a powerful and efficient weapon in today’s game?In Episode 94 of the Prodigy Maker Show, Coach Chris Lewit explores the physics and biomechanics behind the elite modern forehand. This episode focuses on the scientific principles—not drills—that define high-level stroke production in the contemporary era of tennis.🧠 Topics Covered: • How racquet technology has shaped the evolution of the modern forehand • The importance of lag, stretch–shortening cycles, and stored elastic energy • Understanding angular momentum, moment of inertia, and torque • The connection between angular velocity and linear tip velocity • The role of lever length and radius of rotation in generating power • Why longer levers (arm + racquet) can increase force—but require controlThis is a high-level, no-drill discussion meant for serious players, parents, and coaches who want to decode the modern forehand through the lens of physics.👉 Like, Subscribe, and Comment to join the conversation and support the show.📚 For coaching, camps, and online courses, visit chrislewit.com#tennis #modernforehand #physics #biomechanics #racquettechnology #leverlength #angularmomentum #tennistechnique #chrislewit #ProdigyMaker #momentofinertia #tennisscience

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Flat vs Spin: What's Best for Junior Players? - Prodigy Maker Show 93

Tue, 20 May 2025 10:30:49 GMT

🎾 Should you be hitting flat and hard—or with spin and shape? Whether you’re a young player trying to hit big, a parent guiding your child’s tennis journey, or a coach building a strong foundation, this video is for YOU.👉 We break down the difference between hitting flat and hitting with spin.👉 You’ll learn which style gives you better control, helps you win more matches, and protects your body from injury.👉 Plus, find out what the top players in the world did when they were your age—and how that can guide your game today.Whether you’re just starting out or chasing big tennis dreams, this video will help you make smarter choices on the court.💥 For players, parents, and coaches who want long-term success—not quick fixes.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more real tennis training advice you can trust.#TennisTraining #JuniorTennis #FlatVsSpin #TennisTips #PlayerDevelopment #YouthTennis #TennisCoach

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Train UP or DOWN? What Sinner and Top Pros Know That You Don’t - Prodigy Maker Show 92

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:17:54 GMT

The Myth of Playing Down | Why Sinner and Top Players Always Trained UpProdigy Maker Show EP 92Should juniors play lower-level opponents to build confidence? Many coaches think so—but the pros tell a different story. Jannik Sinner and other top players rarely, if ever, trained or competed down during their development. And women? They almost always train up and compete up—not down. In this video, we break down the myth of playing lower-level opponents and explain why training and competing up is essential for long-term success in tennis.#TennisDevelopment #UTR #JannikSinner #WomensTennis #PlayUp #TennisCoaching #JuniorTennis #TrainLikeAPro

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Secrets to Developing Top Juniors in the Northeast US—New England and New York/ New Jersey - Prodigy Maker Show 91

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:28:53 GMT

Prodigy Maker Show Episode 91 – Challenges to Top Juniors in the U.S.In this episode, Coach Chris Lewit dives deep into the real challenges facing the development of top junior tennis players in the United States—especially in regions like the Northeast, New England, New York, and New Jersey.Chris shares his personal experiences coaching elite players, highlights common pitfalls in the American development system, and offers solutions to help families and coaches navigate the journey more effectively.Topics covered: • Regional challenges in the Northeast and LA • Cultural and structural issues in the U.S. system • What parents and coaches often get wrong • Proven solutions from the Spanish system • Why some talented juniors never reach their potentialSubscribe for more in-depth analysis on high performance tennis and junior development!#JuniorTennis #TennisPodcast #ChrisLewit #PlayerDevelopment #USTennis #NortheastTennis #NewYorkTennis #LATennis #HighPerformanceTennis #TennisParents #TennisCoach #UTR #CollegeTennis #TennisTraining #SpanishTennis

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Are You Sure? Line Calls, Lies, and the Junior Tennis Dilemma - Prodigy Maker Show 90

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:05:31 GMT

🎙️ Prodigy Maker Show Ep. 90Are You Sure? Line Calls, Lies, and the Junior Tennis DilemmaIn this important episode, Coach Chris Lewit explores the growing concerns around cheating and questionable line calls in junior tennis. Aimed especially at parents and players, the conversation focuses on how to navigate the ethical challenges young athletes face in competitive environments.Chris draws on decades of coaching experience to offer insight into why this issue persists, how it affects player development and sportsmanship, and what parents can do to guide their children with integrity. If you're raising a junior competitor or training as one yourself, this thoughtful discussion provides clarity, context, and practical advice for staying grounded in character—on and off the court.Top 20 Dirty Tricks Department Show:https://youtu.be/kEr36cgnYCc?si=AyeQFOLGUPPiqTQW

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Summer Camp Guide for Players—Don’t Make these Mistakes! - Prodigy Maker Show 89

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

🚨 Maximize Your High-Performance Tennis Camp Experience! 🚨Prodigy Maker Show EP. 89Are you attending a high-performance tennis camp this summer? Make sure you get the most out of your training! In this video, I share six essential tips to help players optimize their camp experience, avoid common pitfalls, and accelerate their progress on and off the court.🔹 Topics Covered:✅ 6 key tips to maximize your improvement at camp✅ Common mistakes that hold players back✅ How to train smarter and make the most of every session✅ The right mindset for high-performance development✅ How to set goals and track your progress✅ Secrets to standing out and getting the most coaching attention🏆 Train with me this summer! 🏆Join my High-Performance Summer Camp and train personally with me in an elite small-group setting (2:1 coach-player ratio) in the beautiful mountains of Vermont!📩 Spots are filling fast!💬 Comment “CAMP” below or DM me on Instagram (@ChrisLewit) for details!📞 Call/WhatsApp: 914-462-2912🌐 Learn more: ChrisLewit.com🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS for more elite tennis training content!#TennisCamp #HighPerformanceTennis #JuniorTennis #TennisTraining #TennisCoach #ChrisLewit #TennisDevelopment #SummerTennis #EliteTennis

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Advice on Choosing US and International Summer Camps for parents | Spain, Italy, and France - Prodigy Maker Show 88

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Are you considering an international tennis camp for your child this summer? In this episode of PMS 88, I share key advice for parents on choosing the right summer camp, with a focus on Spain, Italy, and France. From training philosophies to logistics, I cover the essential factors to consider, along with some important caveats to keep in mind when selecting a program abroad.Topics include:✔️ What to look for in a high-quality tennis camp✔️ Common pitfalls and challenges of international camps✔️ Travel, accommodations, and cultural considerationsSubscribe for more expert tennis advice!Have you sent your child to an international tennis camp? Share your experience in the comments!ENTER CODE LEWPRO for $20 off Eye Coach purchases from Eye Coach.Link to my Eye Coach Drills and Hacks video: Eye Coach Secrets: Pro Hacks & Drills You Need to Know!https://youtu.be/PPAE73V9wXILink to my old Eye Coach review: https://youtu.be/KrtaLfOWauI?si=ME9FD9gs3NcwkMFfLink to my Topspin Pro Review: https://youtu.be/InOA-d08vrc?si=wlz4GPyWAhHeBK4AAffliate link for purchase to support our channel: https://topspinpro.com/ref/christopher-lewit/

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Secrets Of Spanish Tennis 2.0 Full Interview. Prodigy Maker Show Episode 87

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 13:52:09 GMT

🎾 Chris Lewit - Secrets of Spanish Tennis 2.0 Interview 🎾In this interview, tennis coach Chris Lewit discusses key principles from his book Secrets of Spanish Tennis 2.0. Chris shares valuable insights into modern tennis techniques, player development, and the Spanish approach to coaching.Learn about the evolution of Spanish tennis, the importance of footwork and movement, and how Spanish tennis has influenced the game. This interview is filled with practical tips and wisdom for players, coaches, and tennis enthusiasts alike.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more tennis content!#Tennis #ChrisLewit #SpanishTennis #TennisCoaching #TennisDevelopment #SecretsOfSpanishTennis

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The Junior Tennis Journey--How to Get Good At Tennis - Prodigy Maker Show 86

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 18:40:27 GMT

Podcast Episode Notes: “The Reality of Becoming a Tennis Champion”In this episode of Prodigy Maker Show with Chris Lewit, Chris delves into the essential elements of building a tennis champion, offering valuable advice for parents, coaches, and young players aspiring to reach elite levels. With his characteristic directness and passion for the game, Chris shares hard truths about the sacrifices and commitment required to succeed.Key Discussion Points: 1. Sacrifice and Commitment: • Examples of families who go to great lengths to support their children’s tennis dreams, including taking second jobs, selling their homes, or traveling in RVs to tournaments. • Chris shares a story about Teo Davidov’s parents, who gave up their careers to support their son’s tennis aspirations. • The importance of being “all in” for players aiming for elite levels, especially for those with Grand Slam or professional ambitions. 2. The Role of Parents and Coaches: • Parents need to provide structure, discipline, and financial support for consistent and high-level training. • The significance of working with a top coach, even if it’s only occasionally, and why quality coaching is worth the investment. • Why bouncing between multiple coaches is a red flag and how having one visionary, dynamic coach can make all the difference. 3. Training Structure and Goals: • The developmental phases: • Before age 10: Focus on building world-class technique and foundational skills. • Ages 10–18: Prioritize structured, consistent training and achieving benchmarks. • The importance of regular, high-intensity training with minimal breaks. • How achieving dreams like Division 1 tennis, becoming a top 100 player, or winning Grand Slams requires different levels of dedication. 4. The Cost of Excellence: • Addressing parents who say they “can’t afford” good coaching or national tournaments. Chris challenges listeners to find creative ways to make it happen, stressing the long-term value of proper guidance. • Chris shares his personal experience investing in Olympic-level coaching for his daughter, emphasizing the mentorship and character development great coaches provide. 5. Avoiding Common Red Flags: • Why “late bloomer” thinking or inconsistent training often limits potential. • The misconception that practicing only two or three times a week or playing multiple sports can lead to elite-level tennis success. 6. Obsession and Focus: • Success at the highest levels requires an almost “unhealthy obsession” with tennis, where it becomes the player’s entire life. • The escalating levels of competition and sacrifice required to move from college tennis to becoming a Grand Slam contender or even the greatest of all time (GOAT).Takeaways:Chris emphasizes that the path to tennis greatness is not for the faint of heart. It requires structure, discipline, and unwavering commitment from both players and parents. Success at every level—from college to pro—demands sacrifices, smart planning, and exceptional coaching.Join the Discussion:Chris invites listeners to share their thoughts and questions in the comments section to keep the conversation going.

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SPEED/Radar Guns for Tennis SERVE. Sport Science Review - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 85

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 11:26:26 GMT

Speed/Radar Guns for Tennis | Sport Science Review | Prodigy Maker Show Episode 85In Episode 85 of the Prodigy Maker Show, we dive into the world of speed and radar guns for tennis! 🎾 Explore how these tools are transforming sport science, enhancing player performance, and revolutionizing coaching.Learn about the latest technology, practical applications for tennis training, and how to integrate radar guns into your coaching or personal development.👉 Hosted by top American coach Chris Lewit.Don’t miss this in-depth discussion on cutting-edge sport science for tennis!Subscribe for more episodes and expert insights:#TennisTraining #SportScience #RadarGuns #TennisCoaching #ProdigyMakerShow

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MOST Important KEYS To MAXIMIZE Junior Potential and Development - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 84

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:07:21 GMT

Podcast Show NotesEpisode 84: MOST Important KEYS To MAXIMIZE Junior Potential and DevelopmentWelcome to The Prodigy Maker Show!In this episode, Chris Lewit, a top American junior tennis coach, dives into the essential strategies and principles for developing a champion. Whether you’re a coach, parent, or a player, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help take your game—or your child’s game—to the next level.What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • The structural issues many players face and how to address them. • Why there’s no “magic” or “secret sauce” in high-level player development. • The importance of a systematic approach to training and maximizing potential. • Real-life examples from Chris’s lessons at his High-Performance Academy in Manchester, Vermont.Key Takeaways: • To achieve maximum development, players need a solid foundation—no shortcuts! • The role of parents and coaches is pivotal in guiding players with clear strategies and long-term goals. • Developing as a player isn’t about a quick fix; it’s about consistent, deliberate work.About Chris Lewit:Chris Lewit is an elite junior development coach known for his high-performance tennis academy in Manchester, Vermont. He works with players from across the U.S. and the world, helping them reach their full potential.Join the Conversation:Chris invites you to train with him at his academy or connect with him online to explore the keys to junior player success.Watch This Episode Now:https://youtube.com/live/hMBEevvnTBIListen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452?i=1000677781615Don’t forget to subscribe to The Prodigy Maker Show for more episodes packed with tennis wisdom and junior development insights!Follow Chris:Website: http://www.chrislewit.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-lewit-75376125/Blog: http://prodigymaker.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452Online Tennis Lesson: https://clta.teachable.com/

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Caffeine, Creatine, Supplements and Ergogenic Aids for Tennis - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 83

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:56:37 GMT

Caffeine, Creatine, supplements and orogenic aids for tennis. Sports Science Review. PMS Episode 83In Episode 83 of The Prodigy Maker Show, the host dives into a Sports Science Review focused on the use of ergogenic aids and nutritional supplements in professional tennis players. The episode reviews a 2017 research study titled "Use of Nutritional Supplements and Ergogenic Aids in Professional Tennis Players," led by Alvaro Lopez Samanes and Mark Kovacs. The study involved a questionnaire sent to 71 professional tennis players, though the host notes there are some limitations to the study. The discussion highlights the relatively sparse research on nutrition specific to high-performance tennis players, with a focus on the use of substances like caffeine, creatine, and other supplements to enhance performance in the sport. The host encourages listeners with a scientific interest in tennis to explore the study further via the provided DOI link.Website: http://www.chrislewit.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-lewit-75376125/Blog: http://prodigymaker.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452Online Tennis Lesson: https://clta.teachable.com/

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Spanish Tennis Declining or Still on Top? Reflections on Spanish Tennis - Prodigy Maker Show Ep 82

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 11:20:23 GMT

In Episode 82 of the Prodigy Maker Show, Chris Lewit reflects on the current state of Spanish tennis after a recent trip to Barcelona. Is Spanish tennis declining, or is it still on top? Chris explores the evolution of Spanish training, discusses the rise of new methods, and shares insights on rising stars like Carlos Alcaraz, the influence of science, and the role of high-tech academies.Key Notes:- Is Spanish tennis on the decline?- TEC Carles Ferrer Salat and the training center in Barcelona- What Spain needs to do to evolve and change to compete better with other countries- How Spain is now known as a leading training ground for foreign players- Rising Spanish juniors- Alcaraz and his development- The negatives of traditional Spanish training- The positives of traditional Spanish methods- New Spanish methods- Science and Spanish tennis- Are Spanish coaches Luddites?- The leading high-tech Spanish academies

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Tennis Sport Science Review: Hydrotherapy, Cryotherapy, Compression - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 81

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 09:46:26 GMT

Tennis Sport Science Review: Hydrotherapy, Cryotherapy, Compression - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 81Recovery is a critical aspect of any tennis athlete's performance, helping players train harder and perform at their best in matches. In Episode 81 of the Prodigy Maker Show, Coach Chris Lewit delves into the latest research on evidence-based recovery methods, featuring insights from Mark Kovacs, a leading sport scientist. Chris breaks down the key findings from Kovacs' study and simplifies complex concepts for viewers, making it easy to understand how to apply these recovery techniques to improve performance.In this episode, Chris covers essential recovery methods like hydrotherapy, ice baths, contrast therapy, and the best temperatures for each. He also explores the benefits of electrical stimulation, Normatec boots, compression garments, and the importance of sleep hygiene in athletic recovery. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or parent, this episode provides valuable tips on optimizing recovery for tennis players of all levels.Key Notes: - Hydrotherapy - Ice baths - Hot baths - Contrast therapy - The correct temperature for hydrotherapies based on the literature - Is hot or cold water better? - The mechanisms that hydrotherapy uses - Electrical stimulation for recovery - Normatec boots - Compression pants and garments - Sleep hygieneJournal article link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3995240/Follow Chris:Website: http://www.chrislewit.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-lewit-75376125/Blog: http://prodigymaker.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452Online Tennis Lesson: https://clta.teachable.com/

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Common Forehand Problems and Fixes - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 80

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:14:25 GMT

Chris talks about common forehand technique problems and fixes. He shares his extensive experience building the technique of national champions to average junior or recreational adult-level players. Chris discusses the ATP forehand and pitfalls, dealing with grip problems, backswings, forward swings and extension, rhythm and spacing issues common for adults and juniors when learning the tennis forehand.Chris also answers technique questions from the audience.Follow Chris:Website: http://www.chrislewit.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-lewit-75376125/Blog: http://prodigymaker.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452Online Tennis Lesson: https://clta.teachable.com/

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Should My Kid Learn An ATP Type Forehand? - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 79

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 17:57:37 GMT

In Episode 79 of the Prodigy Maker Show, Coach Chris Lewit dives deep into the biomechanics and technique of the ATP-style forehand. Is it the right choice for your child? Chris answers essential questions, including whether girls can learn the ATP forehand, what age is best to start, and whether it’s safe for kids and adults alike. He also discusses the evolution of the ATP forehand on the pro tour, insights from experts like Brian Gordon and Rick Macci, and key factors for building this powerful shot.On the show, Chris shares the following insights and answers these questions:Biomechanics of the ATP forehand- Is the ATP forehand a style or type?- What age should kids learn the ATP forehand?- Can girls learn the ATP forehand?- Is it safe to learn the ATP forehand for kids and adults for that matter?- Brian Gordon and Rick Macci and the ATP forehand - The evolution of the ATP forehand on the pro tour- Are more women on the WTA tour using the ATP forehand?- Keys for building the ATP forehand- The future of the ATP forehand - And much more!

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Group Versus Private Tennis Lessons - Which is Better? - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 78

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT

In Episode 78 of the Prodigy Maker Show, Chris Lewit dives deep into the debate between private and group tennis lessons for junior players. He explores the pros and cons of each, offering insights on how many private lessons or group sessions a young athlete might need to become a champion. Chris also discusses whether it's possible to develop a world-class player without private lessons or group training, the ideal group size, and the differences in training methods across countries like Spain. Learn why investing in quality private lessons might save you money in the long run!

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Should My Kid Homeschool For Tennis? - Prodigy Maker Episode 77

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Should my kid homeschool or online school for tennis? Prodigy Maker Show Episode 77.Chris talks about the following important topics:—The positives and negatives of homeschooling for tennis. Mostly the positives!—The important of training/playing tennis twice a day —Why regular schooling can cause tremendous stress and anxiety in a family and for the player—-Why a flexible schooling schedule can be a hit advantage—Why homeschooling can be the best choice for young kids who want to excel at tennis, not just for older kids —What are some alternate options if you can’t homeschool or online school?—A caution to parents—Watch out for tennis kids who are not serious about tennis and just want to get out of schoolwork!—Why homeschooling can be better for the mental and physical welfare of players—What gets missed when training only once per day—Why training afterschool is not enough to build a championAnd much more…Vamos!—Also, Chris mentions that he is looking for families to move to Manchester, Vermont to train with him privately daily!!!Follow Chris:Website: http://www.chrislewit.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-lewit-75376125/Blog: http://prodigymaker.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452Online Tennis Lesson: https://clta.teachable.com/

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Summer Camp Guide for Parents - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 76

Thu, 16 May 2024 16:53:58 GMT

Chris talks about summer camp, pitfalls, important pillars for parents to consider when looking for camps, and his perception of the camp industry.

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Prodigy Making—15 Principles To Improve Junior Development and Technique. Episode 75

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 22:07:09 GMT

Join Chris on the latest episode of Prodigy Maker Show as he delves into the essential principles for nurturing young tennis talents and refining technique. From prioritizing footwork to navigating the evolution of modern tennis, Chris shares invaluable insights to shape budding champions.In this episode, he covers crucial points including the importance of movement training, mastering topspin, and striking a balance between fun and technical instruction. Discover whether your player is a magician or mechanic, and gain valuable advice on avoiding burnout while safeguarding against injuries.With discussions on identifying talent, specializing early, and honing technique through quality repetitions, Chris offers a comprehensive guide to junior development. Plus, he addresses audience queries on topics ranging from the evolution of the two-handed backhand to mastering on-the-rise skills.On the show, he talks about the following:1. Prioritize movement and footwork training. 2. Focus on topspin.3. Make it fun but teach technique.4. Determine if the kid is a magician or mechanic. 5. Don’t worry about burnout.6. Worry about injuries.7. Cross-training multiple sports is good but not required. 8. It’s okay to specialize early.9. It’s possible to identify talent.10. Quality repetitions unlock technique mastery.11. Start with more conservative grips. 12. Encourage ATP type swings but don’t force it!13. Modern tennis is aerial and should be taught and learned that way.14. The one-handed backhand is dead—or almost dead. 15. Teach on-the-rise skills early.Don't miss out on this episode packed with actionable tips and expert advice to nurture the tennis stars of tomorrow. Vamos!

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Swiatek, Djokovic, Nadal and the Western Grip - Prodigy Maker Show 74

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 12:20:34 GMT

In Episode 74 of the Prodigy Maker Show, Chris delves into the intriguing world of modern tennis grips, focusing on the Western Forehand grip structure that has become synonymous with the success of players like Iga Swiatek, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic.—The rise of Swiatek, the first number 1 with a Western grip. —The success of Djokovic and Nadal, with near-western grips. —Should the parameters for acceptable grip structures be expanded?—Is a Bevel 5 western grip workable in today’s modern game. —Is a Bevel 6 western trip too extreme?—Will the future of tennis be more extreme grips closer to Bevel 5?—Advantages of the western grip—Disadvantages of the western grip —Myths about the western grip—Advice for coaches and players regarding grips for the forehandJoin Chris as he dissects the nuances of these gripping tales, offering insights into the world of professional tennis and the evolving strategies that shape the game.Whether you're a coach, player, or tennis enthusiast, this episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to stay ahead in the ever-changing landscape of tennis techniques.Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!Follow Chris at these websites and social media links:Website: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit

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Learn Practical Spanish Methods That You Can Use - Prodigy Maker Show 73

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 15:34:35 GMT

Chris discusses the secrets of Spanish tennis in this webinar. He conveys the practical elements of the Spanish method that parents, players, and coaches can use practically on the court to improve themselves or their players. Chris talks about the following topics: 1. Developing consistency 2. Building racquet head speed and weapons 3. Footwork and movement training the Spanish way 4. Teaching the suffering capacity Spanish players are famous for. 5. Physical conditioning the Spanish way 6. The importance of Defense in the Spanish system It's a riveting discussion and very helpful to all players, parents, and coaches.

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The Current State of Spanish Tennis and Carlos Alcaraz - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 72

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:37:13 GMT

In the latest episode of the Prodigy Maker Show, Chris dives deep into the fascinating world of Spanish tennis, with a focus on the rising star, Carlos Alcaraz. Discover the evolution of tennis academies in Spain, from those that have improved to those that have struggled to maintain their standards. Chris sheds light on the new academies you should be aware of and the ones that may raise concerns.Explore what makes Spanish tennis training truly special, including its unique strengths and the methodology's enduring weaknesses. Uncover the secrets behind the endless rote drilling in Spain and the hard work and determination that define this training philosophy.Chris also delves into the coaching greatness of Juan Carlos Ferrero and Antonio Cascales, arguably the best coaches currently in Spain. Learn about Carlos Alcaraz and what you can glean from his exceptional movement and positioning on the court. Is he the Sergi Bruguera of the modern era with enhanced transition and net skills?Join us as we discuss the future of Spanish tennis and what it holds for aspiring tennis players. Don't miss this insightful episode that offers a glimpse into the world of tennis in Spain and the lessons you can learn from the pros. Subscribe now and stay tuned for more from the Prodigy Maker Show!

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Carlos Alcaraz and Spanish Tennis Full Interview NPR - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 71

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 12:53:50 GMT

Welcome to the Prodigy Maker Show Episode 71, where we dive deep into the world of Spanish Tennis and the extraordinary journey of Carlos Alcaraz. In this captivating interview with Chris Lewit, featured on NPR, we explore the secrets behind Spain's tennis success and the rise of this young sensation.Chris reveals the intriguing history of Spanish Tennis, shedding light on why this small country has dominated the tennis world. Discover the unique training methods that have shaped countless champions and find out how Alcaraz emerged as a star player, with his developmental team playing a crucial role.Join us as we explore whether Alcaraz's skills shine brighter on hard courts or clay courts. Chris also highlights the evolution of Spanish tennis development and shares insights into the changing landscape of tennis academies in Spain.Don't miss out on this comprehensive interview that unravels the captivating story of Carlos Alcaraz and offers valuable insights into the renowned Spanish Tennis phenomenon. It's time to say "Vamos!" and embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of Spanish tennis excellence.

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Simple Things To Help Your Kid Win More At Tournaments - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 70

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 23:35:37 GMT

As a parent or coach, you want to help your kids or players perform their best at tournaments. While there are many factors that go into tournament success, there are some simple strategies that can make a big difference. Here are some tips to help your kids win more at tournaments:- Pre-match, peri-match, and post-match nutrition- Warming-up routines- Why you should never sleep close to the match time- How parents should be careful about stressing their kids- Three approaches to cheating- Changeover routines- Tennis strategy- Post-match recover techniques- Timing and planning for the next match- Importance of debriefing- Using a pool vs hot tub- Importance of showerFollow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit

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Is The One-Handed Backhand Near Extinction? - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 69

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 19:21:26 GMT

On this episode of the Prodigy Maker Show, Chris discusses the positives and negatives of the one-handed backhand. He will also answer questions from the audience and talk about how fewer top pros are using a one-handed backhand in the top 100 WTA and ATP tours.Learn about the following topics on the show:- How many female players in the top 100 currently use a one-handed backhand. You may be shocked!- How many male players in the top 100 currently use a one-handed backhand.- Tsitsipas's weak one-hander versus Djokovic's strong two-hander- The primary advantages of the two-handed backhand over the one-hander- Important biomechanical and physiological differences between the one and two-handed backhands- Modern one-handed grip structure- The primary reasons that the one-hander is less and less effective on the pro tour- Myths about the advantages of the one-handed backhandSend any development or tennis questions directly to Chris at Chris@ChrisLewit.com to be answered on the upcoming show! Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares! Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5-star reviews on Apple Podcasts!Vamos!

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UTR Is God - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 68

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:36:46 GMT

Chris talks tournament tennis and UTR, USTA and other systems. Chris discusses the seemingly omniscient UTR algorithm and the omnipresent UTR organization—and how they are like gods. And how players and parents can see UTR ratings like a religion. On the show Chris discusses the following topics:—Why the application of ratings and rankings can be deleterious for some players—The unhealthy obsession kids have with UTR and dangers of the current tournament scene—How parents are sabotaging their kids character and long-term tennis development by hyperfocusing on UTR—How parents can better manage the current tournament landscape —Ducking in tournaments—Withdrawals in tournaments—Chris talks about the flaws of USTA tournaments and tournament structure—How UTR rating has become a de facto tennis SAT score —The way Chris used to play tournaments and check his ranking back in the day—Chris’s SAT score! Curious?—The parallels between the rise of UTR and the rise of Pickleball —Why tennis will whoop Pickleball’s ass any day And much more!Chris is now training players in the paradise of Manchester, Vermont at his club full-time and year-round. He is also still coaching privately in the NYC area.Come train with him in Vermont at the academy or one-on-one in NY!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit

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Is It Healthy To Instagram My Tennis Kid? - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 67

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 13:28:02 GMT

Is It Healthy To Instagram My Tennis Kid? Prodigy Maker Show Episode 67It’s a hot topic in the high performance junior tennis world: Is it healthy to Instagram your tennis kid? Chris wades into the debate. On the show he discusses the positives and negatives of featuring a child’s tennis on social platforms. Chris analyzes the following topics:—The different levels of social media sharing: Casual, Proud Parent, and Social Influencer —The risks associated with each level or sharing—Is it ethical to try and monetize your kid’s tennis?—What are some of the common ways parents can monetize the success of their tennis kid on socials?—The crazy world we live in where everything is filmed, photographed and put online —What would Toni Nadal say about Instagraming a kid’s tennis?—The safest way to share a kid’s tennis on socials with the least risk—Should your child be plugged into the social media posts or kept in the dark?—How this age of tech has spawned a new type of tennis influencer parent—Why we shouldn’t be quick to judge some parents for attempting to brand and monetize their kidThis is the beginning of a larger discussion. Please send Chris your comments and questions about social media and tennis kids. Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!Please subscribe to the show!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

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How Many Tennis Tournaments Should My Kid Play? - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 66

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 04:21:57 GMT

Chris answers many common questions from parents and coaches that he has received over the years about tournaments and tournament progressions and pathways. Feel free to send Chris any specific follow up questions because this is a big complex topic.On the show, Chris describes the different tournament options for prodigies and non prodigies throughout all the junior ages—from 5 years old to older teenager. Chris also discusses how many tournaments to play and the ideal amount of training hours per week for juniors. Chris discusses the following topics:—Why most prodigies don’t do group classes at young ages—Why most elite juniors bypass Red, Orange and Green training programs—The importance of developing world-class technique at a young age —The heavy-handed tournament and junior progression mandates by the USTA—The typical pathway (ranking and tournaments) for a Division 1 tennis players from a young age—The trends in junior age and ranking that almost always accurately predict whether a kid will play D3, D1, pro, or have a chance to win slams—The difference between being a prodigy best in your age division or a prodigy best in 3 age divisions above your age—How much do typical top 10 sectional juniors practice and how many tournaments do they play—How many tournament do top 100 national ranked players play and how much do they typically practice—The choice between the USTA national circuit and the ITF Junior World Tour. Which is better?—UTR, Little Mo, Junior Tennis Tour as options to bypass USTA U10 mandates—Skipping USTA tournaments under 10 completely. Good idea?—UTR—Important or not?—How Chris sees the junior pathways and measuring sticks to judge the future potential of players. There is no crystal ball but the trends are there to see!And much moreVamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Grip Changes - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 65

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:23:59 GMT

Chris discusses the evolution of grip changes at the pro and junior levels over the decades and drills down into the common pitfalls and positives and negatives of changing grips on all strokes. On the show, Chris covers the following topics:—Why grip changes can be bad and good—Why changing a grip can destroy a player—sometimes permanently—Why a coach or parent should be wary to make a grip change in a player who is sensitive, self-critical, or struggles emotionally—Why it’s riskier to change a grip in an older player—Why it’s riskier to change a grip in an advanced player—Why you should not change grips during or before important tournaments—How long it takes to perfect grip changes —Is there such a thing as the “correct” or perfect grip—Why American coaches see grips so differently than in Spain—The secret approach to grips in Spain that leads the country to more success in junior development —The best grip for the modern forehand—The forehand grip that Chris aka ways changes —The best grip structures for the modern two handed backhand—The acceptable parameters for the grip on the modern one handed backhand —Why nobody can agree on what a “continental” grip is—The acceptable serve grips—The best serve grip for spin—Why changing a grip is a lot like going in for surgery at the hospital—And more!Also, send any development or tennis questions directly to Chris at Chris@ChrisLewit.com to be answered on the upcoming show!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Live Ball Versus Dead Ball: Which is Better? - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 64

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 04:59:36 GMT

It’s a huge debate in tennis development circles. Which is better: Live ball or dead ball training?Chris breaks it all down on this intriguing show. You will learn the following from Chris on this program:—Live ball. What is it?—Dead Ball. What is it?—What is Magician and a Mechanic?—The Spanish Way of drilling—How games based approaches (GBA) relates to drilling philosophy —Different ways to structure lessons and classes:1. Open-closed-open approach2. Closed to open3. Open to closed—How to build discipline without drills—How hitting with a 12-13 UTR is as exhausting as doing a basket drill —Whether it is possible to develop a champion without drills—Lluis Bruguera’s drilling philosophy—William Pato Alvarez’s drilling philosophy—Robert Lansdorp’s drilling style—Jose Higueras’ drilling style—How Chris’s coaching philosophy regarding drills has changed over time —Why 8 out of 10 shots made might be more than enough or might not be nearly enough!—Should consistency be built with basket drills or live ball drill?It’s a great program with many good questions from the audience. Enjoy!Also, send any development or tennis questions directly to Chris at Chris@ChrisLewit.com to be answered on the upcoming show!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

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Dinosaur (Outdated) Technique and Tactics That Should Go Extinct - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 63

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 15:45:07 GMT

Chris discusses antiquated techniques and tactics that are sadly--frequently--being taught around the US and the world.On the show, Chris shares his insight and experience on the following topics:--Chris discusses how he builds the modern elastic forehand and how most coaches and clubs are forcing kids to be too stiff and linear--Why the forehand is the most important shot to develop in the game--Why finishing lower is better than finishing higher--How Red Orange Green (ROG) programs create stiff forehands and backhands--Why the game has become more airborne and should be taught as such--Mistakes in the two handed backhand technical development process--Open stance versus closed stance development--Major serve flaws in teaching around the US--Outdated tactical patterns and strategy--Why teaching all players to go to the net and attack forwards is wrong--Why and how Spain and France excel at junior development at the grassroots broad-base level--Why most high school JV and Varsity players across the US have terrible footwork and technique--The main reasons our lower level American players have poor technique and footworkAnd more!Also, send any development or tennis questions directly to Chris at Chris@ChrisLewit.com to be answered on the upcoming show!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Observations From My June 2022 Spain Study Trip - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 62

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:06:33 GMT

Chris discusses his study trip to Spain from June 2022 while he researched for his new book, Secrets of Spanish Tennis 2.Chris answers audience questions about Spanish tennis and junior development. Check out the following resources and projects that Chris is working on:—New Instructional DVDs coming out this fall in partnership with Championship Productions—Secrets of Spanish Tennis 2nd Edition. Spring 2023—New book Spanish Tennis Tactics—New book Spanish Tennis Wisdom—Anatomical and Biomechanical Analysis of Reilly Opellka’s Serve featured in TennisPlayer.net magazine. —The Other Toni article about the legendary Spanish coach Antonio Cascales, also featured in Tennisplayer.net magazine. On the show Chris talks about the following:—His reflections from his most recent Spain trip. The heritage and history of Sanchez-Casal Academy, now known as Emilio Sanchez Academy. —Why ESA is still a world-class academy and still special—The influence or RNA (Rafael Nadal Academy) on the world and other Spanish academies—The sad closing of the Bruguera Academy. It will be missed!—The reconstitution of the Bruguera Academy as Bardou Competition Team—The sad passing of legendary Spanish coach William Pato Álvarez—The incredible Juan Carlos Ferrero Equelite Academy in Villena—Meeting Carlos Alcaraz—How much Juan Carlos Ferrero charges for a private lesson!—The influence of Antonio Cascales, the legendary Spanish coach whom most people have never heard of—Whether UTR is in big trouble for the futureAnd more!Also, send any development or tennis questions directly to Chris at Chris@ChrisLewit.com to be answered on the upcoming show!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Summer Camp Pitfalls - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 61

Tue, 10 May 2022 03:04:17 GMT

Chris discusses summer camp pitfalls—common problems kids (and parents and coaches) experience at tennis camps. Chris breaks down what parents and coaches who are sending kids to summer camp need to watch out for! —Overloaded technical programs—Non-technical programs —Watered down unprofessional fitness—Coach to student ratios—Coach quality—Famous celebrity camps—Large camps —Psychology programsLearn some of the inside information on how to navigate the summer camp scene.Additionally, Chris answers questions from the show audience:—Will Alcaraz be the next dominant force in tennis?—How did Chris get started in coaching?—Should the slice backhand be taught to juniors? Where does the slice backhand fit in developmentally?Speaking of summer camp, Chris has one of the best boarding and day student programs for high performance tennis in the country! Contact him to check it out!Also, send any development or tennis questions directly to Chris at Chris@ChrisLewit.com to be answered on the upcoming show!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit

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Short Sets - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 60

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 04:06:26 GMT

Youtube link: https://youtu.be/Pr0YI4oKQQoOn our 60th program, Chris discusses the prevalence of shorter and shorter set and match formats in junior tennis and the concerns he has about this trend. Chris talks about the positive and negative aspects of short and long set and scoring formats and gives important recommendations to the audience about how to structure both training and competition for juniors who are trying to reach an elite level. On the show Chris also covers the following topics:—The mental, physical and emotional benefits of longer traditional scoring and match formats. —Why playing sets during the practice week is the simplest and most powerful way to train yourself or your players. —How to recreate longer match opportunities if you are from an area that literally has no traditional tournament formats offered anymore or rarely.—Why Chris still dislikes Pickleball and sees the sport cannibalizing the tennis industry. —The 3 things Chris hates about Pickleball: The name, the sound, and the unathletic movements. —The story of Vlada Hranchar, 6 year old tennis prodigy from Ukraine, who is now training with Chris full-time in Manchester, VT. —The ridiculous position of Little Mo, which will not allow Vlada to play in the Little Mo Nationals!More information about Vlada can be found here:https://instagram.com/vladahranchar?utm_medium=copy_linkPlease follow her career!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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King Richard Reflections - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 59

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 01:23:52 GMT

Chris discusses his thoughts as a parent, coach, and junior developer relating to the movie King Richard. There are many thought-provoking subjects raised in the film. On the show Chris discuss the following:—Discrepancies in the film. How accurate is the movie?—Rick Macci’s decision to bankroll the Williams family. The details of the deal and how it fell apart at the end of the relationship. —What are the ways to develop a champion from a coach’s perspective?—What are the roles a parent can play in his or her child’s tennis or athletic journey? Some may be healthier and less risky than others. —Richard Williams’ decision to make his daughters’ tennis development the family business—a rare pathway. —The poison of the junior tennis tournament scene. The bad acting parents, the cheating, and more…Richard says in the movie that junior parents “should be shot.” Is he right? Is the junior tournament scene worse than Compton?—Chris concludes by discussing key takeaways from the film for parents, players and coaches.Enjoy this show and watch the movie King Richard—it’s excellent!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Spanish Footwork and Positioning - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 58

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 04:29:12 GMT

Chris explains key concepts in footwork and positioning the Spanish Way and discusses how to teach on the rise and on the fall movement.Learn why orange ball tennis inhibits learning world-class movement. Why the X drill is so important philosophically. Why on-the-rise is important but not the best way to start developmental juniors. And much more!

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The Spanish Way To Attack The Net - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 57

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 15:34:41 GMT

In this episode of The Prodigy Maker Show, Chris discusses the Spanish Way to attack the net. Learn how one of the top developmental coaches in the world teaches the volley and transition game.In Spain, the coaches typically teach going to the net in a conservative and cautious way and with some unique strategy elements. Chris also busts a lot of myths that he commonly sees regarding net play and the transition game. Many coaches are teaching a very outdated style of approaching the net. Chris relates attacking the net to boxing and MMA! It’s important to work the legs and body of your opponent before going for that knockout headshot!Chris describes the common mistakes he sees junior players make regarding the net. Some players are ultra conservative and never go there; some players are hyper aggressive and always seem to go there. Which way is right? Which way is better? What is the middle ground?Is it better to start a kid from the baseline and get solid there or start a kid attacking early?What is the best way to get a kid to the top of the national rankings under 12 or 14? Do you need to have a good net game to win a gold ball?Chris discusses the spectrum of personalities he meets and how some players are magicians, or gamblers, and need to be allowed to create at the net while other kids are conservative, like bankers, and need to be prodded to go to the net more. Learn about how to train the net and transition game the Spanish Way and how to stop teaching or playing the net in an outdated way—all on this great show!Come visit beautiful Manchester, Vermont in the mountains and train one-on-one with Chris.Vamos!

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Moonballers - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 56

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 02:48:26 GMT

Chris discuss Moonballers and moonballing. He addresses the recent controversy about moonballing at the Little Mo Regionals and Nationals and gives his perspective on this commonly used junior tennis strategy.--Is moonballing dirty tennis or honorable?--Should tourneys stop moonballing?--The good and bad about moonballing--How to stop a moonballer--The best strategy to use against a determined moonballer--What's the difference between moonballing and attacking with a heavy, high ball?--Do the pros ever moonball?--The relationship between the dropshot, pushing, and moonballing--How Chris teaches moonballing, if you want to call it that!--The best technique to use when moonballing.Join Chris for a fascinating discussion about this controversial shot! Vamos!

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Cardio Is King - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 55

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 03:32:59 GMT

--We sincerely apologize for the lowered volume on this broadcast. We had some microphone issues. Please MAX your volumes and you should be able to hear the good content!--Chris discusses the importance of cardiovascular endurance training for tennis--specifically the triathlon sports: running, biking, and swimming. The show is based on his latest acclaimed article on the same subject in New York Tennis Magazine September/October 2021 issue.Chris shares many nuggets of wisdom about the importance of building stamina including how stamina directly relates to mental toughness.Chris also shares his advice for how to successfully weave stamina training into a periodized annual tennis plan.

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Why Is My Kid's Technique So Bad? - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 54

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 02:12:31 GMT

Chris discusses the pitfalls players, parents and coaches face when trying to build modern technique and biomechanics. Many coaches are teaching technique from 30 years ago!—Is the player motorically gifted or not? The talent level for learning a motor skill will affect the technique building process. —Does the player implicitly trust the coach?—Are parents or other coaches interfering in some way to confuse the player?—And more. In addition, Chris focuses on the vital transition period to live ball from dead ball feeding and why so many coaches and players fail to lock in the technical skill during this phase of development.Join Chris, a world leading expert on technique and biomechanics, to learn his perspective on the technical skill building process and the common pitfalls to progress that occur on the journey.Youtube show video link:https://youtu.be/ITFaLTiaoJEVamos!

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Bad Tennis Lessons - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 53

Fri, 21 May 2021 16:52:35 GMT

Episode 53 Bad Tennis Lessons We apologize for the recording quality. We were mobile and ended the show early due to poor internet connection. Still got a good 30 minutes of the show!—Show Notes—Chris discusses the myriad ways coaches give bad tennis lessons and helps parents and players to know what red flags to look out for.Chris touches on the following topics:—Red flags in Red, Orange, Green 10U group classes and privates. What to watch out for!—Red Flags everywhere:The 350 ball carts!The pot-bellied coach!The technical only coach!The tactical only coach!Coaches who check their phone or worse!And many more pitfalls found in bad tennis lessons!Chris also discusses bad tennis camps and academies and shares a brief primer on what he sees as the worst offense in an academy or camp setting:—Is the director on court working with players and overseeing coaches?—Is the fitness serious and professional or a joke?—What is the number of players in the camp and what is the coach/court to student ratio?And more insight!Arm yourself with good knowledge from Chris to avoid bad tennis lessons, sessions, and camps!Vamos!Come train with him in Vermont with full boarding or one on one in NY!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

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Forehand Folly - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 52

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 18:10:30 GMT

Forehand folly—not forehand volley! Toni Nadal says the forehand is the most important shot in the game. Agree or disagree? Regardless, why is the forehand taught so poorly with old technique? Chris discusses outdated forehand technique and teaching methods that are driving him crazy—but making him a lot of money because he has to fix the damages constantly. Learn how to avoid learning a forehand from the 70’s or 80’s that is still (Amazingly) so commonly taught. Learn about the stories of champions like Borg, Arias, and Bruguera who foreshadowed the modern forehand and broke the mold! Secrets of the modern forehand are revealed! Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Serve Technique and Philosophy - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 51

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 05:03:46 GMT

Chris discusses his serve philosophy and technical system. He answers technical questions from viewers and shares his insight from years in the trenches about how to build world class mechanics on the serve.Chris also shares some memories of his early apprenticeship with legendary Israeli coach Gilad Bloom, and how Gilad helped shaped Chris's evolution as a technician.Learn Chris's unique method to building the serve, key reference points and his developmental priorities.Also learn about Chris unique ONE SERVE philosophy.

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Necesito El Ritmo - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 50

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 01:06:23 GMT

Necesito El Ritmo - The Importance Of Rhythm In The Spanish Method“Necesito el ritmo,”—“I need (the) rhythm”—is a common phrase heard on the tennis court in Spain, both from players and coaches. Rhythm, cadence, timing, and control are essential aspects of the Spanish style of training.Chris describes how rhythm relates to control:—Control of the body—Control of the swing and technique —Control of the feet—Control of the mind—Control of the emotions. What is rhythm and why is it important in Spain? How do you achieve good rhythm? Let’s explore Spanish rhythm in more detail!Join top junior coach Chris Lewit to discuss this topic and more and learn about the Spanish Way.Chris is now training players in the paradise of Manchester, Vermont at his club full-time and year-round. He is also still coaching privately in the NYC area.Come train with him in Vermont with full boarding or one on one in NY!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Volley Philosophy and Technique - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 49

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 03:15:05 GMT

Chris discusses his perspective on how to develop a world-class volley. The show is about philosophy and also delves into the key technical areas to develop in junior players.On the show:--Chris discusses his volley blueprint for most kids. What to prioritize and when.--Why "magicians" should be encouraged to volley more than other types of kids--The volley and net game from the perspective of the Spanish Method vis-a-vis the Israeli Method--How the Israeli volley style is different than the Spanish style--The best volley grip--Split step key points--The Y flow movement--Jump power lunge--The myth of the flat volley--The myth of the no swing volley--The importance of the spin volley and the topspin volley --Why players should learn how to spin the volley like a pool shark applies "english" to a cue ball--Is serve and volley dead?Chris breaks the topics down with his usual intelligent insights and simple approach. Enjoy this great volley episode! Vamos!YouTube show link:https://youtu.be/GsMIMZdl8EQ—Chris is now training players in the paradise of Manchester, Vermont at his club full-time and year-round. He is also still coaching privately in the NYC area.Come train with him in Vermont with full boarding or one on one in NY!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit

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Volley Philosophy and Principles - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 48

Sat, 12 Dec 2020 03:51:56 GMT

Curious about how the best coaches in Spain develop the volley?Secrets of Spanish Tennis author, Chris Lewit, shares his insights into developing the volley the Spanish Way, a rarely discussed topic. Chris discusses the principles and philosophy used in Spain when building the net and transition game.Chris busts myths about Spanish players and their ability at the net. Yes--Spanish players can volley well!Learn about the Spanish principles Chris has gleaned from some of the greatest tennis minds in Spain such as Lluis Bruguera, Toni Nadal, Pato Alvarez and Jose Higueras.Vamos!Apple Podcasts Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452?i=1000502129297Chris is now training players in the paradise of Manchester, Vermont at his club full-time and year-round. He is also still coaching privately in the NYC area.Come train with him in Vermont with full boarding or one on one in NY!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

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Should My Kid Play Up? - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 47

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 04:10:34 GMT

Should My Kid Play Up?Chris discusses an article he has been working on for New York Tennis Magazine.He discusses the two most common perspectives on playing up in junior tennis and shares his insight into this thorny issue.Do the best phenoms in the world always play up against older and stronger opponents? Is it possible to become a champion while playing mostly kids your age and level? Tune in to learn more. Apple Podcasts show link:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452?i=1000500298861—Chris is now training players in the paradise of Manchester, Vermont at his club full-time and year-round. He is also still coaching privately in the NYC area.Come train with him in Vermont with full boarding or one on one in NY!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

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Developing Quickness and Anticipation - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 46

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 22:52:22 GMT

Developing Quickness and AnticipationA show full of rare insight!Chris breaks down how to analyze and build quickness and anticipation. He describes the Big 3 aspects of quickness and the three types of anticipation. Learn more about these critical elements. Chris breaks the topics down with his usual intelligent insights and simple approach.YouTube show link:https://youtu.be/QhYWm1zhQOoShow Notes:—What makes a player fast?—Why slow players can get to ever ball—Why fast runners can be slow on the court—How to train anticipation—Why players like Rafa and Novak get to every ball—How to develop quickness on the court—Why most parents and coaches misunderstand why players are slow and how to train them to get faster —Chris is now training players in the paradise of Manchester, Vermont at his club full-time and year-round. He is also still coaching privately in the NYC area.Come train with him in Vermont with full boarding or one on one in NY!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

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Top 20 Dirty Tennis Tricks - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 45

Sat, 10 Oct 2020 19:11:40 GMT

The Dirty Tricks Department. The Top 20 Dirty Tennis Tricks Get more street-smart on the tennis court!Chris discusses common gamesmanship and cheating ploys he has seen on the junior, college, and pro circuits. His goal is to better prepare players for tennis competitions so they are ready for anything their rivals may throw at them.Show Notes:—Chris describes his new article for New York Tennis Magazine on dirty tricks in tennis.—Learn the illegal manipulation and cheating tactics to watch out for to become more street smart.—Chris also delineates the legal tools of manipulation that can be ethically used.—Chris shares some stories of his students who cheated and how he tried to stop it.—Chris also answers viewer questions on cheating and how to deal with it.—Chris believes it’s vital that players go to tournaments mentally prepared for cheating and gamesmanship. Don’t be naive!—Chris is now training players in the paradise of Manchester, Vermont at his club full-time and year-round. He is also still coaching privately in the NYC area.Come train with him in Vermont with full boarding or one on one in NY!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

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When You Are Young, Run And Don't Gun! - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 44

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 13:13:16 GMT

When You Are Young, Run And Don't Gun!Chris discusses the tendency of many juniors to shun running and embrace gunning shots, and how learning to love running and suffering is a critical building block in the Spanish and his developmental system.YouTube show link:https://youtu.be/B2w-vtpDRqMShow Notes:—Why running is so important to the game of tennis—Why players need to develop their love of running, chasing and hustling for balls—Why Northeastern US players often prefer to gun—hit big shots—than run.—How loving to run relates to the Spanish ethos of suffering. —How becoming a better runner improves your mental strength, emotional control, and tactical decision making. —When to teach pulling the trigger early and when to teach grinding and patience.—Should young players be encouraged to run to the net?—Chris’s Lluis Bruguera net play story. —Why tennis is primarily a lateral movement sport—How footwork relates to the love of running. —How good tactics relate to the love of running.—The difference in perspective of Spanish coaches to many uses coaches. —What does it mean to have an “organized, ordered” tennis game from the Spanish point of view.—What is responsible rising to the net?—The three zone Spanish tactical system. —Why it’s a myth that off-court running is bad for most tennis players. —Why Craig O’Shannessy’s research and statistics on the First 4 shots has hindered many kids from learning how to love to run.—Why the Spanish Way to develop players is the best way—especially for less talented athletes.—Chris is now training players in the paradise of Manchester, Vermont at his club full-time and year-round. He is also still coaching privately in the NYC area.Come train with him in Vermont with full boarding or one on one in NY!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

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Return of Serve - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 43

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 02:05:27 GMT

All About The Return. Chris discusses how he trains the return of serve--perhaps the most undervalued and underpracticed shot in tennis.YouTube show link:https://youtu.be/WWIsztLWxeEOn the show, Chris answers viewer questions and discusses the following topics:—Why the return is hard to practice and why coaches often neglect training the return—How training the return parallels training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—Common technical areas of concern on the return—How to train the Eyes and Mind, Hands, and Feet on the return—Common tactical subjects that Chris prioritizes—The Surprise or Secret Move on the return that is critical to train—Should players return from deep like Rafa or close to baseline like Djokovic?—Why visualization and planning are key aspects in building a world-class return—Traditional Spanish reaction drills and modern technological advancements focused on training the eyes and reactions—Why having a great return allows a player to truly dominate his or her opponentChris is now training players in the paradise of Manchester, Vermont at his club full-time and year-round. He is also still coaching privately in the NYC area.Come train with him in Vermont with full boarding or one on one in NY!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show

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The Dirty Tricks Department - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 42

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 01:14:04 GMT

Episode 42. The Prodigy Maker ShowThe Dirty Tricks Department!Chris discusses common gamesmanship and manipulation tactics and how to deal with them.YouTube Show Link: https://youtu.be/FD-mbENdKxIOn the show, Chris explores the following topics:--Chris tells a story about one of his players who is an amazingly clever cheater and manipulator. Learn how to avoid his ploys!--The most commonly used cheating tactics used in junior and adult tennis. Learn to be ready for these dirty tricks to prepare yourself or your players for battle.--Chris tells a funny pro circuit story about when an opponent tried to manipulate him.--Why the structure of the game of tennis is susceptible to cheating and entices cheaters.--Why New York is known as the worst section in the US for cheating and gamesmanship.--Illegal and legal game manipulation--Why the drop shot is almost as devastating mentally as cheating--Why the moonball is a powerful tool for psychological warfare--The ultimate goal of all gamesmanship and manipulation --Why you should tell your opponent to "shut up" if he or she is talking to you at any time in a match--In addition, Chris explodes the myth that cheating doesn't affect the outcome of matches at all levelsChris is now training players in the paradise of Manchester, Vermont at his club full-time and year-round. He is also still coaching privately in the NYC area.Come train with him in Vermont with full boarding or one on one in NY!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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How To Choose The Right Summer Camp - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 41

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 14:21:24 GMT

How To Choose The Right Summer Camp!YouTube show link:https://youtu.be/ftBn5rW398MChris gives his insight into high performance summer tennis camps. He guides parents on how to make a good camp choice for their player.He gives an inside look at running a summer academy and describes the scams and deceptions to watch out for when looking to enroll in a camp.On the program, Chris discusses the following:--The classic bait-and-switch summer camp scam--Why the fitness trainer tells you a lot about a camp's quality and priorities--How fitness training gets watered down in most summer camps--Why the elite coaches at a summer camp rarely work with your kid unless he or she is a top-ranked player--Why top players at a camp don't necessarily prove the camp offers top level training--The challenge of running a camp or academy when every player only wants to play UP!--The key factor to consider when choosing a camp this summer during pandemic. Watch out!--The summer camp financial model and why it affects your choice--And more!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Future of Online Coaching - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 40

Thu, 21 May 2020 12:57:12 GMT

The Future of Online CoachingChris discusses the future of online coaching and his experiences training players remotely using Zoom.YouTube show link:https://youtu.be/vUro5SIAlTwOn the show, Chris covers the following topics:--Zoom training--Different ways to train using online platforms--The best devices for home repetitions to simulate a ball machine or hand feeding.--What subjects can be realistically trained at home and through online platforms?--Review of the Eye Coach, Topspin Pro, Great Base Backboard,--Alternate online lesson formats--Synchronous versus Asynchronous Training--Virtual Reality Training--Live real-time data collection and presentation, Internet of Things--Why not everyone can benefit from online training--Why and how Luddites and technological skeptics are hurting online training--Why coaches should not share their expertise online for free!--Why Chris believes he could train a player to a world-class level without ever meeting them in person!--And much more!Chris is getting ready for summer camp 2020. Are you coming to the mountains to train with him! Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on AppleWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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How Much Should My Kid Train? - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 39

Mon, 11 May 2020 19:10:48 GMT

Chris discusses "How much should my kid train?" He gives advice on training workloads for players of all levels, from beginner to elite.YouTube show link:https://youtu.be/Vo1GHH2FjukOn the show, Chris discusses the following topics:--How many hours should your player train per week in general?—How much should a 5 or 6 year old beginner play tennis?—How much should a serious 10-12 year old tournament player play?—How many hours should an elite national or international junior play?—-Chris touches on the early specialization and multiple sports debate—Chris explains why he hates country club games and why kids should play tennis matches—not silly games—Why tennis sets are often the best developmental tool—-How many sets should you play per week?—How much off court conditioning per week?—Pandemic workloads and training schedules. Is your kid doing enough to keep his or her edge?—-Injury prevention and managing burnout --And much more!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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At Home High Performance Tennis Training - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 38

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 04:46:28 GMT

Episode 38. The Prodigy Maker ShowAt Home High Performance Tennis TrainingYoutube show link:https://youtu.be/C2DHQnheT6I——Here is the link to purchase Eye Coach. It’s essential for home training. You can also quick order from Amazon:A ball machine in the corner of your living room!AmigosMy regular students should all be using Eye Coach at home this winter. To get extra quality repetitions.I use the device at home all the time on bad weather days, and I have made a few videos to share what I have learned, and how I train on the machine.It’s important to follow my advice and not the standard training videos you can find online, which I don’t like at all.You can save $20 by using the discount code below.https://youtu.be/OuHTDbv1Z6g https://youtu.be/KrtaLfOWauI https://youtu.be/hDX_oc0LzI8 The link for Eye Coach ishttps://www.howtoplaytennis.net/product-category/eye-coach/ Enter code LEWPRO for $20 discount——Chris shares his insight and secrets of at home tennis training for serious players. On the show, Chris discusses the following topics:--The Big Three Priorities for at home tennis training. Don't mess these up!--Why Cardio should be the most important at home training focus—How Chris uses the Zoom platform to train kids remotely --The Eye Coach as a ball machine in your living room--The Great Base Backboard as a ball machine in your garage--Chris shares his thoughts about the Topspin Pro machine--Secondary priorities when training at home--Why shadow swinging with the hand is safer than with the racquet--Why you should avoid excessive shadow swinging at home if possible--Why pushups and situps are not nearly enough to stay tennis fit--Why it's important to work groundstrokes and serves at home daily Sammie the tennis academy dog makes a cameo appearance! --Why you should be cautious about watching videos and working on mental training and strategy at home--And much more!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Online Schooling - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 37

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 23:34:06 GMT

Chris breaks down Online Schooling for tennis players. Is it the right fit? Is it the right time?YouTube replay link:https://youtu.be/ci7__I9coesHere is a great link to Top 50 Best Online Schools:https://thebestschools.org/rankings/best-online-high-school-diploma-programs/Here is the link to Episode 25 which featured a great discussion on online and homeschooling:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452?i=1000453985392Episode 37. The Prodigy Maker Show. Online Schooling. Is it the right time? Is it the right fit?Join Chris to discuss Online School options for competitive tennis players.—The reasons why traditional schooling can be a big mistake!—Is online schooling right for your player?—What are the best online schools?—Why are synchronous courses so important in online education?—At what age should you consider online schooling?—Are traditionally schooled kids more prepared for college than online schooled kids?—What should the training and schooling schedule look like?Chris will also answer audience questions from the Prodigy Maker Mailbox:—What’s a developmental plan and should your coach have one?—Can a player succeed with more than one primary coach?—Should girls be taught a Kick Serve or Slice Serve for second serve? Or both? —What does it mean in the Spanish system to have “firm fingers but a loose wrist?”—Do you have to play the USTA Junior Circuit grind to become a champion player? Chris says there is another way!It was a jam packed show!Join Chris at 10pm Thursday night LIVE on his Facebook profile. Comments and questions welcome. The podcast and youtube replays are usually available next day!Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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How to Find and Pick a Great Tennis Coach - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 36

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 03:11:29 GMT

Episode 36. The Prodigy Maker Show.How to Find and Pick a Great Tennis CoachOriginal FB Show Link:https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2746890072025806/?d=nYouTube Show Link:https://youtu.be/7Swh7vdjVWwFinding and choosing the right coach can be very tricky indeed. Don’t miss this insightful episode.Chris dedicates this show to helping parents and players find the best coach. Coaches will learn a lot too from this discussion.On the show Chris covers the following topics:—How to find the best coach in your region—What are the most important characteristics of a great coach?—What makes a very special Guru coach?—Does your coach teach outdated technique from a bygone era?—Why a coach with Pro Tour experience might not be the best choice for your junior player —Why college coaches are often not the best choice for junior development kids—The difference between a Technician and Tactician—and why it matters!—The various strengths and weaknesses of different types of coaches—Command coaches versus compliant coaches —The Spanish coaching ethos —Why it’s important to find a coach who is exigent—In addition, Chris answers mailbox questions on junior development: —How can you get a defensive player to play more aggressive at tournaments?—How can you motivate a player to work harder in practice and show more intensity?Join the great discussion between Chris and his audience of serious tennis parents, coaches, and players Vamos!Thanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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How To Win More Matches At Tournaments - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 35

Sun, 23 Feb 2020 03:47:27 GMT

Episode 35. The Prodigy Maker Show—How To Win More Matches At Tournaments!—Original FB Show Link:https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2734789033235910/?d=nYoutube Replay:https://youtu.be/6MEZ1ysilgs"My kid practices great but doesn't play matches well!""My player lost 2-6, 2-6 but he's the better player"On the show Chris will talk about how to help players win more at tournaments.Why do some kids practice well--but then don’t perform well in competition?What are common pitfalls at tournaments?What can coaches, players, and especially parents do better to WIN more?—Show Notes—Chris discusses the following topics:—The number one job of parents (and coaches) when taking a player to a tournament!—The disconnect between practice and match play—How to ensure your kid competes like they practice—Why do some players practice well but compete badly?—Advice for preparing properly for a tournament and recovering after a match—The biggest mistakes parents and coaches make at tournaments that sabotage the player’s results—The critical mental and emotional aspects of competition —Nutritional advice for tournaments—Tactical advice for tournaments —Mental and emotional advice during competition —Toni Nadal’s thoughts on competition, body language, and parenting—How parents often mess up their kid before and after matches. Don’t miss this discussion!—Wisdom from Dr. Jim Loehr on parenting and competing—Footwork questions answered on big steps versus small adjustment steps —Why American Red Orange Green programs are fatally flawed and hold talented children backThanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Myth of Early Specialization and Multiple Sports - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 34

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 05:25:16 GMT

Prodigy Maker Show Episode 34!—The Myth of Early Specialization and Multiple Sports and The Best Sports To Support Tennis—Youtube Show link: https://youtu.be/SSm_jcVWYd8Join me to discuss the debate on playing multiple sports and early specialization in tennis.We will also discuss my favorite sports to cross train with tennis!Plus—technical footwork questions answered from the mailbox.Here is the link to Chris’s article mentioned on the show, detailing his top 10 cross-training sports. https://prodigymaker.com/index.php/2018/11/19/should-your-tennis-child-be-playing-multiple-sports-chris-lewits-top-10/Old friends and leading tennis coach Brian Boland join the program LIVE!Join the best high performance junior talk show!—Full Show Notes—On this intriguing show, Chris explores the following subjects:—Some myths regarding early specialization and playing multiple sports—Why the current recommendations on playing multiple sports and avoiding early specialization are misguided.—How parents should approach the issue of deciding how much tennis their child should play and at what age.—What to do when your kid says, “I love tennis and don’t want to play other sports!”—What to do when your kid says, “I like tennis but I also like (fill in the blank other sports)!—Toni Nadal’s biggest regret and what he would have done differently with Rafael’s childhood training if he could do it over again.—How to build a well-rounded athlete without playing multiple sports.—How to prevent injury without playing multiple sports.—How to prevent burnout without playing multiple sports.—Is it wrong to focus on primarily tennis from the onset?—The dangers of falling too far behind in tennis skills by playing multiple sports too much.—Why Chris recommends choosing one additional cross training sport rather than many.—Chris’s favorite cross-training sports to support tennis!—Footwork discussion. Which is better—open or closed stance? When should you use these stances? What situations on the court? What is the best stance to teach young children first?—Send any specific questions about your own child’s early specialization directly to Chris and he will answer! Chris@ChrisLewit.comThanks to the loyal audience for all your support and for your shares!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Wayne Bryan's Famous Letter To The USTA - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 33

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 06:08:14 GMT

Chris discusses point-by-point Wayne Bryan's famous letter to the USTA.Original FB show link: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2689054441142703/?d=nPodcast connect link:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452#episodeGuid=tag%3Asoundcloud%2C2010%3Atracks%2F752569363YouTube link:https://youtu.be/L2hdEpV2R90Chris discusses point-by-point Wayne Bryan's famous letter to the USTA.On this blockbuster show, Chris critically analyzes Wayne Bryan’s thoughts concerning the USTA, American Tennis, and the U10 Mandate and Initiative.We had a lively show with great participation from the audience, some of whom were junior tennis champion parents!Chris discusses the following topics:—Would U10 tennis be more appropriately named U6 or U8 tennis?—Chris’s Rick Ferman U10 Mandate story—Should Player Development be closed and the money from its budget used elsewhere?—Is the U10 Mandate too authoritarian and heavy handed?—Why is there a dearth of American champion men on Tour since Roddick’s 2003 US Open victory.—The Myth that kids U10 can’t play well with a yellow ball.—The Myth that a kid’s results don’t matter in the 10s and 12s. They often do!—The Myth that junior tennis development is a marathon—Why juniors shouldn’t play up in age divisions too much—QuickStart is a tool, not a rule—Why there is no data to prove U10 tennis is a better system for developing talented high performance players—The positives of U10 tennis for recreational players —Should international players be allowed to take scholarship spots from American kids? Wayne thinks so. Chris doesn’t agree.—Chris and Wayne’s creative ideas to grow the game! Doubles and High School tennis!—How the US could leverage High School tennis to explode participation in the country!—In addition, Chris answers several junior development and technical questions on footwork and U18 girls and boys development.Sammie, the tennis academy dog took a nap!Thanks for your support and for sharing!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Red Orange Green Yellow or Purple Ball - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 32

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 21:10:30 GMT

Original FB show link: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2676379935743487/YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/9aq1D_eV_RoEpisode 32. The Prodigy Maker ShowTop industry leaders join the program.Red Orange Green Yellow—or Purple Ball? Let’s talk U10 tennis!What color ball is best for your child or player? What age should kids play yellow ball?Chris tackles the the hot topic of 10 and Under Tennis and ROG junior development and answers these questions and many more.His perspective is fresh and different than you will hear from most coaches today.Steroid use on Tour and in the juniors?In addition, Chris explores the issue of doping and steroid use on the pro and junior tours.It all makes for a fascinating show. Enjoy!Show Notes:On the show, Chris discusses the following areas:—The myths of ROG—Why ROG advocates are like members of religious cult—Is there any evidence to support ROG methodologies?—Will playing with a yellow ball U10 contribute to injury? Don’t believe the hype—The dirty little secret about U10 that many famous top junior coaches won’t admit in public—The misguided USTA Mandate—Why the orange ball years can destroy a young kids development—Will playing with low compression balls ensure good technique and biomechanics?—Risks and Disadvantages of ROG Training —Advantages of using a yellow ball, full court, and longer racquet—Why Chris would like to train kids with a faster ball if one was available!—Wayne Bryan’s thoughts on U10 tennis and why he thinks it should be called U6 tennis. Chris agrees—The myth that junior development is a marathon!—How parents and coaches are chastised and vilified and for playing early with a yellow ball.—How U10 systems can be improved in the coming decades —Why Chris suspects there is a lot of doping happening at the top level of the game.—Common doping methods in junior tennis—How the pros are able to evade high level drug tests—And much more high performance tennis talk!Keep sending your player videos. Chris loves them!Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Myths About Kick Serve - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 31

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:25:54 GMT

Original FB show link: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2647176788663802/?d=nYouTube replay: https://youtu.be/esb9-grnqiUEpisode 31. The Prodigy Maker ShowWe kick off the new year with a fantastic and energetic show.Chris discusses the myths and mechanics of the kick serve, the habits of exceptional tennis parents, and the genius of Nick Kyrgios.Top tennis minds like Brian Boland and Jeremy Malfait, among others, tune into the program.Show notes:—The 5 biggest myths about the kick serve—How to toss correctly on the kick—The most common kick serve mistakes —The biggest dangers when hitting a kick serve—Why many girls and women never need to develop a kick serve—The Toni Nadal serving rule—How to safely practice the kick serve and any serve in general—Why great serves are rarely developed in Spain—The 5 most important areas for parents to focus on to develop a junior champion—Why most kids underachieve due to poor parenting—Exigency and why it’s so important in tennis—How to parent with love and toughness —The most overlooked aspects of junior development that parents commonly neglect —Toni Nadal’s brilliant philosophy on good parenting and building character —How and why being well behaved contributes to your success as a player—Why Chris believe Kyrgios is the most talented player on the ATP Tour—How Kyrgios could transcend the sport of tennis like John McEnroe did, and how Kyrgios could draw in millions of fans and new kids to the game—Chris answers technical serve questions from viewers around the world———Chris shouts out to all his loyal fans around the world, and thanks everyone for making the show a big success. Keep sending your player videos. Chris loves them!Sammie the academy dog barks a little and gets some hugs from Chris during the program.Thanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Forehand Fundamentals - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 30

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 13:50:49 GMT

Episode 30. The Prodigy Maker Show Original Show link:https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2601207296594085/?d=nNadal reverse forehand video link:https://youtu.be/VZFCuVPMe6sHappy holidays to all fans and supporters of the show! In this energetic show, Chris wades into the debate about how to teach forehand fundamentals.He discusses different models of teaching the forehand and why most coaches and parents are teaching the forehand inefficiently—if not entirely incorrectly.Chris dissects the forehand stroke and describes his method for building a modern, elastic style.Online tennis personalities and industry leaders Robert Garrett, Jeremy Malfait, Craig Webster, and more tune in.Chris also answers numerous technical questions from the audience.The show covers the following topics:—The “old school”, “traditional” forehand mechanical model and why Chris thinks it should be retired!—Chris’s perspective on why so many U10 players come to him with stiff and arrhythmic forehands that he has to fix—Why children from 3 years old to senior citizens can hit the forehand the modern way with fluidity and rotation —An extensive discussion of the reverse forehand and its historical evolution and variations—Thiem’s bizarre practice follow through on the forehand—Thiem’s new reverse forehand. It’s significant historically—Federer’s forehand and Djokovic’s forehand and their use of the reverse finish—Medvedev’s old school forehand finish. Why is it so ugly?—How Tsitsipas is awesome and has great hair—but he has the technical strokes of a 1980s D1 college player—What are the secrets of the reverse finishes? What is the meaning of the variations?—Why Rick Macci’s Method is right—and also wrong—Why the methods of Peter Burwash and Vic Braden are outdated and should evolve—Why the Great Base method of Steve Smith is too stiff and traditional. —Why Jeff Salzenstein’s obsession with the high forehand finish is misguided—Why coaches should not build multiple motor programs stacked on top of each other, even though that approach works—Chris’s new forehand model and method. How he builds a world class shot! —Why fluidity should be the guiding star for coaches when building a world-class forehand—Yellow Ball VS Green Ball. Chris discusses the relative merits of yellow versus green ball training and competition for young superstars—Orange Ball Stinks! Chris explains why he is not a fan of orange ball and why the orange ball years often cost players a lot of development time—and set them back big timeThanks for your thumbs up and likes. Thanks for your 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts!Happy Holidays!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Toni Nadal and Spanish Coaching Methods - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 29

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 14:55:58 GMT

Episode 29. The Prodigy Maker Show—A Perspective on Toni Nadal and Spanish Coaching Methods—Chris discusses in detail the philosophy and method of Toni Nadal and compares his approach to the other well-known training systems in Spain.Tennis Luminaries such as Tim Bainton, Brian Boland, and Craig Webster, among others, tune in!Topics on the show include the following:—The value of Toni Nadal online courses available to parents and coaches—Toni’s strengths and weaknesses as a coach—Was Toni heavily influenced by the success and method of Luis Bruguera?—Toni’s Method compared to the Method of Luis Bruguera, Pato Alvarez, and the Sanchez-Casal system. Similarities and differences—Why Chris doesn’t think Toni knows much about serve technique—or technical development in general—Why serving is a lost art in Spain—Toni’s old school way to build the groundstrokes. Is it too old fashioned?—Nadal’s golden rule to prevent injury when serving —The “accompaniment” of the ball and it’s importance and origin—What is “rhythm” for Toni and why it’s so important to technique—Toni’s philosophy of “give and take” or “in and out”—Why Toni believes character is essential to becoming a champion—Review of the important elements Chris focuses on in serve development—Important kick serve technical checkpointsFor serve and kick serve resources, please visit our YouTube channel. Youtube.com/chrislewitHere is one of my favorite serve drills for children:https://youtu.be/e9s8JWQxskgSammie the academy dog takes a nap.—Sorry everyone! The podcast version is missing the last 10 minutes of the show.Please visit our show archive https://youtu.be/pdRnOeuEMBwTo watch the full uncut version.—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Parents: The Good, The Bad, and The Cra-Cra - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 28

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 20:46:56 GMT

**Sincere apologies for the recording gaps during the first 20 minutes. We had some difficulties with our network connection**Episode 28. The Prodigy Maker Show. Parents: The Good, The Bad, and The Cra-CraChris tackles another controversial topic: The role of parents in junior development.Learn the dirty little secret that tennis coaches don’t want parents to know.Chris also discusses in depth the best way parents should be involved in the development process.Chris also answers technical and sport psychology questions from his audience around the world.—Full Show Notes—Chris covers these topics on Episode 28:—The dirty little secret most tennis coaches don’t want parents to know—Why parents are often vilified behind their backs by junior tennis coaches—The myth of “educating” parents—Why coaches are the ones who need the most “educating”—not the other way around—Why parents are often the greatest asset to the coach—Rick Macci’s brilliant approach to parents —How Chris has adopted the Macci approach to working with parents—Chris’s personal PTR workshop story—The best way parents and coaches can work together to help the player—Why all advice articles on parenting for tennis are inherently misguided—How coaches can love their students but simultaneously hate their parents—Why it’s often a joke when coaches claim they are the “professionals” and parents should “let them do their job”—The Toni Nadal approach to parenting and building character—Chris explains his simple method for developing footwork fundamentals in young players—How to develop power on the serve. Chris’s best advice for young children.—Chris explains the positives and negatives of the one-handed backhand versus the two handed backhand and discusses how to choose the right one.Here is the link to his article on the subject:http://prodigymaker.com/index.php/2018/11/23/building-a-world-class-tennis-one-handed-backhand-part-2-assessing-who-should-hit-one-hand-or-two/—Chris discusses why sport psychologists are often a waste of money —Chris discusses his simple mental toughness keys for young kids—and they won’t cost you $200-$300 per hour with a PhD psychologist—Chris argues that parents are often the best mentors to shape a player’s character and mental toughness. Parents are the de facto mental coachAnd more!Sammie the tennis academy dog makes a cameo and gets some snuggles.—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Cheating Myths in Junior Tennis - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 27

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 06:56:18 GMT

Episode 27. The Cheating Myths in Junior Tennis ShowChris says, “If you listen to this episode, you will get hooked!”Here is the link to Chris’s comprehensive article “How to Handle Cheating.”prodigymaker.com/index.php/2018/1…ow-to-handle-it/It’s a great guide for kids and parents and will help you come up with a plan for handling cheating.Chris discusses his latest article, 13 Cheating Myths in Junior Tennis, and briefly concludes with his vision of the future of the game and technology vis-à-vis coaching.Industry leaders Brian Boland, Jeremy Malfait all chime in and give a shout out!Chris spends a lot of time debating the positives and negatives about retaliatory cheating and whether it is moral to teach your kids to cheat back.Chris does not shy away from this controversial topic.Other topics discussed on the show:—How the Eastern USTA section is notorious for having the worst cheating and gamesmanship—How the USTA Player Development Compete Like A Champion podcast’s naive perspective on cheating was mostly wrong on its last show—How Chris disagrees with USTA Sport Psychologist Dr. Larry Lauer about cheating and how to deal with it—even though Larry is a good dude—How Cheating is a big problem caused by a “powerful minority”—Why there is less cheating in Europe—How the rules of tennis need to be updated to prevent cheating—A cheating story shared by a mom of one of Chris’s students.—The “dirty little secret” of junior tennis is that most of the best nationally ranked kids retaliatory cheat. They cheat back—Are you a Cheat Back Parent or Coach. Or are you a Never Cheat Coach or Parent?—Why junior tennis is a setup—How to develop a plan to combat cheating—The Vic Braden approach to handling a cheater—If your kid cheats back, will they become a cheater in future life and work—Why umpires are useless to stop cheating and often make things worse—How do we get justice for all the good kids playing junior tennis tournaments—Why parenting and coaching should be allowed in junior tennis and how coaching could help make the game more fair.—Cheating in junior tennis as a microcosm and reflection of a larger cultural debate in politics—Why cheating back—reactive cheating—is more moral than proactive cheating—Why even one bad line call by a cheater can cost a player the match—Cheating and performance enhancing drugs—Why retaliatory cheating often works and actually deescalates a situation—Chris tells his Peter Smith USC cheating story—Chris offers simple solutions to end cheating NOW——How technology will end cheating once-and-for-all—The Future Of Coaching with big data, AI and smart courts. Are coaches in danger of losing their jobs to technological innovation?Sammie says hello and proceeds to take a nap on the couch. Let’s hope he doesn’t pee on it like he did last time.Thanks for all your waves, likes, thumbs ups, and shares!If you enjoyed the podcast, please subscribe and give us a 5 star review on iTunes. Gracias!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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How To Identify Talent In Young Players - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 26

Sun, 03 Nov 2019 02:04:26 GMT

Episode 26. The Prodigy Maker Show. A high performance junior development talk show.On this episode, elite junior coach Chris Lewit discusses talent and how to identify talent in young players.Chris answers questions from his audience around the world and several leading coaches like UPenn’s David Geatz and top junior coach Francisco Montoya tune in and give a shout out.Show Notes:Chris talks about the following on the program:—What is talent?—How Chris identifies talent—What are the most important characteristics of talented players?—The exercises he uses to judge a player’s talent—Robert Landsorp’s famous drill to judge talent—Lansdorp’s views on developing competitiveness—Can you teach a kid to be more competitive?—Why Chris looks for “a killer” when evaluating a player—John Wooden’s views on talent and his Pyramid Of Success —A mathematical model to describe talent, work ethic, and max achievement in terms of UTR—The links between hard work, talent, time, and UTR—What is a player’s Max Lifetime UTR?—Can hard work overcome a lack of talent?—The myth that anything is possible with hard work.—The Talent Code Myth that hard work is the greatest talent—Toni Nadal’s views on talent and his #1 talent characteristic that he looks for in a player—Why parents often believe their kid is talented—and are usually wrong—What makes a talented coach?—How parents can find and evaluate the ability of a coach and how UTR can help—Why the greatest coaches develop kids faster—Why parents should not accept that junior tennis development is a marathon—Why less talented kids need the most talented coaches—Reminder of how messed up junior tournament tennis is vis-à-vis it’s blind eye to the rampant cheating going on—Sammie gets hyper and paced the whole show! Sorry!Chris’s daughter Sky makes a cameo appearance and shouts observations from another room. Oh dear.Chris is a little frazzled but ecstatic to have a new baby in the family. Baby Ocean!Please share the show with friends and give us a 5 star review on iTunes!Vamos amigos!Original Show Link:https://www.facebook.com/100001145192967/posts/2496613980386751?sfns=mo—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Tennis Academy and Kick Serve - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 25

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 13:49:57 GMT

The Tennis Academy and Kick Serve ShowWatch the show replay on video at Youtube.com/ChrisLewitIt was an exciting show with tennis industry leaders like Brian Boland, Bruce Gullikson, and Jeremy Malfait tuning in.Chris discusses the positives and perils of tennis academies and how to find the best academy for the junior player. He also explains the homeschooling options available and the common pathway players take to home or alternate schooling.In addition, Chris breaks down the technique and biomechanics of the kick serve and discusses how he builds this difficult skill with his junior players.It's a jam packed show. Enjoy!Full Show Notes:—Is Robert Lansdorp right when he says that academies don’t do “real” development —Why academies are poor businesses and why that’s dangerous for the consumer—The truth about how academies work—The danger of summertime at an tennis academy —Academy and homeschooling costs—Which is better—private coaching or academies?—Do academies play favorites with the scholarship kids?—The story of Academia Alvarino-Altur in Valencia—now Lozano-Altur Academy.—What is the right age to homeschool?—The difference between the training of a top 10 national player and top 100—The typical pathway to homeschooling —The variety of online and alternate schooling options available currently—How most parents of top juniors like to lie about their kid’s training —Is there a back arch on the kick serve?—Key techniques to consider when learning the kick?—What is the best age to teach and learn a kick?—Chris’s secret kick serve teaching methods—How to learn or teach a kick safely to a young player—Keys to preventing injury on the kick serve—Toni Nadal serving recommendations—Mark Kovacs serving practice recommendations —Why many girls don’t need a kick serve and shouldn’t try to learn one.—Why most adults can learn a kick serve but it will never be good in competition And much more!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Big Footwork - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 24

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 15:41:13 GMT

The Big Footwork Show is now available on Chris Lewit Youtube Channel. Youtube.com/ChrisLewit--On the show, learn Chris’s footwork philosophy and method!--How do Spanish coaches train movement and balance?What are the key components of a good footwork system?What are the critical footwork skills to teach young kids?Chris explains this and more and answers parents questions from around the world.--Show NotesOn this big footwork show:--Chris discusses his favorite footwork drills and what to focus on.--Why David Bailey is amazing but his method is too complicated.--How online coaches are scamming their students and inundating them with complex footwork courses.--Chris helps the audience navigate the myriad footwork philosophies and methods promoted on Youtube and online. Be careful whom you trust!--Save time by learning the footwork skills to prioritize.--Learn how to teach and train the split step, recovery step and shuffle--fundamentals that players get wrong all the time.--Why and how U10 coaches and clubs are failing young kids by neglecting their footwork skills--The two simple setups to learn for attacking the net and short balls. You only need two footwork skills. Keep attacking footwork simple!--How to see past the racquet and swing mechanics and observe a player's movement like a Spanish coach.--The best drill for training balance that Chris uses every day--Chris explains the importance of synchronizing the eyes, footwork, and handwork.--How to develop the Spanish "support system.”--Why you should avoid progressions as much as possible when training footwork.—Why working with an off court trainer will never build fluid, agile movers on court.—How to use The Eye Coach to train strokes and footwork at home.--And more! It was an awesome show. Chris also went to "the mailbox" to answer audience questions. Send Chris any questions you may have to Chris@chrislewit.com and he will include in the mailbox segment on next week's show.--Sammie the tennis dog said hello, barked, and proceeded to go to sleep on the couch. Follow Sammie @Sammiethetennisdog on Instagram and Facebook!Vamos!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Big Forehand - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 23

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 18:40:39 GMT

Episode 23. The Prodigy Maker Show. The Big Forehand ShowVideo replays available at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit.Toni Nadal says the forehand is the most important shot in tennis. Chris probably disagrees with this statement but understands why Toni says it like this!Learn the secrets of the modern Spanish forehand and how to build it on the latest edition of The Prodigy Maker Show.We had many good questions and a lively audience for Episode 23!Chris's sidekick and cohost, Sammie the tennis dog, makes a cameo and then takes a nap! Check out Sammie on Instagram @sammiethetennisdog.Chris discusses:--The story of how he broke away from teaching the traditional, old-school forehand technique.--The key technical reference points to the modern forehand the way Chris teaches it.--Should kids start in closed or open stance? Eastern or Semiwestern grip?--A sidebar discussion and Q/A about when to teach the kick serve to children and how to teach it safely. Chris explains the most important safety concerns.--How most of the legendary coaches of the game today currently teach the forehand, including Robert Lansdorp, Rick Macci, Luis Bruguera, Pato Alvarez, Emilio Sanchez, Toni Nadal and more.--Important terminology that Chris uses such as extension, parabolic shape, open stance, inverted finish, and drift.--Spanish terminology and theory regarding teaching the forehand.--Why the rate and speed that a coach develops a player is important. --Why the best coaches work faster and more efficiently than others and thus can charge more money per hour.--Insight into technical trends in the past 40 years on the pro tour including the dramatic shift in backhand technical development and where Chris sees the future of forehand technical training.--Why its important to question long-held beliefs in the teaching industry and to take calculated risks when developing new theories and methods.--How Toni Nadal still teaches the old school forehand to his players. Chris can't believe it!Here is a link to Chris's YouTube Channel where he has many videos of exercises used in Spain to build the Spanish forehand:https://youtu.be/jiDIYumfEXAHere is the online Spanish forehand course Chris mentioned on the show: https://clta.teachable.com/p/whipJoin our online school today!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Spanish Method and System - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 22

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 14:13:25 GMT

In case you missed the live broadcast!Here is Episode 22 of The Prodigy Maker Show.—Chris discusses “The Spanish Method” and whether there truly is a Spanish System. —He delves into some history of Spanish Tennis coaching discussing the influence of Pato Alvarez and Luis Bruguera. He compares their methods.—Chris talks about the commonalities in the teaching method across Spain.—Chris discusses the merits of long suffering drills—one of the hallmarks of the Spanish approach.The show also covers important wisdom from Chris about what makes a great coach and the common mistakes parents should avoid when choosing a coach for their child:—The 4 most common mistakes when choosing a junior coach.—The most important priorities when choosing a junior coach. —Why a former high level player could be an amazing coach—or could also be lousy.It was a show full of wisdom and candor by Chris. Hope you all enjoy the program.Thanks for sharing with friends!All show episode archives can be found at YouTube.com/ChrisLewit—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Summer Study Trip To Spain - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 21

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 13:10:11 GMT

Here is the replay of Episode 21 Prodigy Maker Show.It’s a jammed-packed episode!Video replays can be watched at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit.Chris discusses:—His summer study trip to Spain—Why Spain is the premier destination for tennis training in the world!—The enigma of the Rafa Nadal Academy—Juan Carlos Ferrero Equelite Academy and JC’s return to coaching—Is Carlos Alcaraz the next Rafa Nadal? Remember the name!—The 3 reasons why junior tennis tournaments in the US are unhealthy for children.—Isolation, cheating, and disorganization and complexity in USTA junior tourneys.—Why a tiny percentage of competitive junior players actually play USTA tourneys.And much more!Sammie the academy dog cohosts!Vamos!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Topics In The High-Performance Coaching Community - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 20

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 13:12:11 GMT

https://www.facebook.com/357910184339377/posts/1556621637801553?s=100001145192967&sfns=moSeason 2 Episode 3 Prodigy Maker ShowWhat’s up amigos!It was a great show!Top development coach Chris Lewit—The Prodigy Maker—discusses current topics in the high performance coaching community and in junior tennis. Chris also answers viewer questions from around the world. Chris discusses the following topics:—High Performance Summer Camps and Academies. What to look for and perils to avoid.—Dropshot Philosophy. Chris discusses the importance of developing the drop shot and why he believes it should be prioritized—even over its sister, the volley. Why do coaches always teach the volley but not its sibling the dropshot?—Slice Backhand Philosophy. Let’s talk about the other sibling to the dropshot and volley. Why it’s important to develop a good slice, even in today’s power game.Gain insights from—and pick the brain of—one of the top minds in high performance junior coaching. Join Chris Live on Facebook!Archives of all shows are at YouTube.com/ChrisLewit and all shows are also available as podcasts on your favorite podcasting platform.—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Myth About ROG Balls - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 19

Tue, 07 May 2019 13:05:33 GMT

We had a lot of buzz and great comments.Chris discusses the following topics:—The Myth of Red, Orange, Green for elite junior development and U10 tennis.—The problems and pitfalls of the orange ball progression and U10 ROG pathways.—Why the forehand follow through to the top of the shoulder near the ear is “dead” or “near extinction”.—Why kids U10 should be taught to jump on their groundstrokes and serves. Staying grounded with both feet is “old school”.And much more!Please share with friends!If you miss the show, catch the replay or listen to the podcast version on your favorite podcasting platform!Vamos!#tennis #prodigymakerIf video is more your style, catch all the replays of the show at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit.Vamos!New shows can be watched LIVE on Facebook Thursdays 930pm NYC time. Join Chris Lewit's Facebook Page to watch. Watch and learn, or join the debate and conversation!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Myth of the First 4 Shots - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 18

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 15:37:44 GMT

Chris is an internationally respected coach and speaker, and the author of two best selling tennis books: The Tennis Technique Bible and The Secrets of Spanish Tennis. Join this former #1 for Cornell and pro circuit player, and elite coach of numerous top 10 nationally ranked junior players LIVE weekly.Visit https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewitArchived shows at Youtube.com/ChrisLewitChris discusses high performance tennis:—He continues to debunk the Myth of the First 4 Shots.—He describes in detail the keys to building a great clay court player—He argues why we should teach kids to JUMP on the serve and groundstrokes—He laments the new ITF World Tour structure.—He enumerates the many ways the game of tennis is a turnoff for players, families, and fans, both at the junior and pro level—and what we can do to change the game and make it more popular!—And more—Chris’s daughter makes a cameo appearance.—Sammie the academy dog mostly naps.It was an awesome show. Share with friends and be sure to catch the podcast version of the show and all the archives on your favorite podcast platform.If video is more your style, catch all the replays of the show at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit.Vamos!New shows can be watched LIVE on Facebook Thursdays 930pm NYC time. Join Chris Lewit's Facebook Page to watch. Watch and learn, or join the debate and conversation!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Symmetrical Training - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 17

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 14:57:54 GMT

Chris is an internationally respected coach and speaker, and the author of two best selling tennis books: The Tennis Technique Bible and The Secrets of Spanish Tennis. Join this former #1 for Cornell and pro circuit player, and elite coach of numerous top 10 nationally ranked junior players LIVE weekly.Visit https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2137272589654227?sfns=moArchived shows at Youtube.com/ChrisLewitChris discusses the future of modern tennis technique: Symmetrical Training. Could dual hand forehands and serves be the future technical standard?—Learn how ambidextrous tennis technique is critical to reducing repetitive use injuries at all levels of the game—from junior to senior to pro.—What is the preacher grip?—How do you change grips with two forehands?—How can we train ambidexterity in children?—Is the one handed backhand near extinction at the pro level?—Why the forehand is the next evolution of the two handed backhand.—Top High Performance coaches and parents of highly ranked kids join the show and share in the discussion!Vamos! #tennis #coaches #coaching #prodigymaker #technique #highperformanceNew shows can be watched LIVE on Facebook Thursdays 930pm NYC time. Join Chris Lewit's Facebook Page to watch. Watch and learn, or join the debate and conversation!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Q and A With Chris Lewit - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 16

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 20:59:38 GMT

Chris is an internationally respected coach and speaker, and the author of two best selling tennis books: The Tennis Technique Bible and The Secrets of Spanish Tennis. Join this former #1 for Cornell and pro circuit player, and elite coach of numerous top 10 nationally ranked junior players LIVE weekly. Original show post:https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/...Archived shows at Youtube.com/ChrisLewitPodcasts of the show now available on all podcasting platforms!Topics include:—Two hander backhand technique. What is the future of the two-handed stroke—Chris’s theory of and unique views on Symmetrical Tennis Technique Training (ST3)—Symmetrical Footwork Training.—Why long Spanish drilling is important for clay court training and developing champions—What is absorption in the Spanish Approach? How do you teach absorbing?—The benefits of Spanish style training —Continued debunking of the First 4 Training Myth —The reason Chris believes the drop shot is more important than the volley!—Drop Shot philosophy and discussion —A grip for modern volleys? Chris’s thoughts about the merits of what he calls “The New Continental Grip.”Cohost Sammie the dog gets crazy and ultimately takes a nap on the couch!Vamos!New shows can be watched LIVE on Facebook Thursdays 930pm NYC time. Join Chris Lewit's Facebook Page to watch. Watch and learn, or join the debate and conversation!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Biomechanics And Technique of Two-Handed Backhand - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 15

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 13:15:26 GMT

In case you missed the show!—Great discussion about the biomechanics and technique of the two-handed backhand: grips, swing path, future evolution of the stroke, pitfalls and technical flaws, and more.—Additional technical thoughts from Chris about serve leg drive and the proper ratio of front to rear leg drive.—And the big question of the night—how do you make new shoes less stiff? Chris’s feet are sensitive and he hates the break-in period of new shoes. Help with your suggestions!—And much more!Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel YouTube.com/ChrisLewit and visit our online Spanish tennis academy at CLTA.teachable.com!Thanks for supporting the show everyone. Add your comments to the FB post, watch replays on our YouTube Channel, or catch all our shows on your favorite podcast platform. Just search Chris Lewit!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/u

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Q and A Session 6 With Chris Lewit - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 14

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 13:26:33 GMT

Sunday Q and A with Chris Lewit Episode 14The original show with comments here https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2098837333497753?sfns=moChris’s talk show is blowing up!Here are the show notes!Chris discusses:—How cheating is ruining the sport and should be changed for child welfare and to grow the game.—Why coaches and parents should be allowed on court at junior tournaments.—What is the Inverted finish?—Why a modern trend is hitting with the same side of strings with one semiwestern grip.—Learn about the “new” continental —How much should Competitive 12 and under players train and play per week?—The Myth of the First 4 and the Myth that the Spanish Tennis training style is outdated and doesn’t work anymore. Fake News! Shuck and Jive Alert!—Why little kids need to learn how to suffer!—Why changing a western grip forehand can ruin a player!—Why wacky club player technique offers clues to the next big technical innovations on the pro tour!—Why some players shouldn’t run around their backhands!And Chris answers all your technical questions.——-Also, check out Chris’s new MMA beard! Sammie takes a nap as usual.—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Q and A Session 5 With Chris Lewit - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 13

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 13:55:07 GMT

The original show was broadcast here:https://www.facebook.com/100001145192967/posts/2090041154377371?sfns=moOn this show, Chris answers questions on a host of topics before getting derailed by bedtime for his kids:Chris discusses:—Nuances of the Spanish style of drilling in-and-out, X drill, footwork and tactical focus of these types of drills.—Lateral movement and the crossover recovery technique including the importance of keeping the head still like Roger Federer—The benefits of leaving the ground on shots when moving laterally.—The latest debate about the length of the game of tennis and the industry trend towards shorter time duration matches and shortened tennis formats.—And much moreGet to meet Chris’s family on this broadcast as they were up during the show in anticipation of a big snow day!Sammie takes a nap as usual. Watch Chris parent and do the show at the same time. Mission accomplished!#tennis—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Q and A Session 3 with Chris Lewit - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 8

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 22:13:51 GMT

Season 1 Episode 8. Sunday Tennis Q and A Live with ChrisChris and his cohost Sammie the dog had an awesome show!Chris discusses:—the debate and benefits of hand feeding—Spanish style training—a rarely discussed benefit of clay court training—the technical future of the game,—the most important areas to develop for athletic development, —the potential MYTH of the first 4 Shots—whether talent beats hard work—and more interesting topics!—Chris also discusses the merits of his technical approach and whether his technical system, especially regarding the parabolic forehand and inverted finish, will become a standard in the industry.Sammie sleeps most of the show! Chris’s wife Kim makes a cameo by cooking beans for dinner in the kitchen and nags Chris sotto voce off camera.Can’t beat this show! Don’t miss it!Here is the link to the Facebook Live commentshttps://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2021312491250238/—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Good and Bad of Games Based Approaches - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 6

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 22:13:12 GMT

Chris discusses:—the good and bad of Games Based Approaches to training young children—the myth of the first 4 shots, junior development—the biggest problems with American tennis—an extensive talk about the current state Spanish tennis and academies. And of course he answers various viewer questions from around the world! Sammy the CLTA mascot also makes his appearance!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Q and A Session 1 With Chris Lewit - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 1

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 22:11:17 GMT

Is Serve and Volley Dead—Or is it the Future?Video replay available at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit.Chris has a lively Q and A with a number of coaches and players joining in. Chris discusses —Building coordination in young children —Judy Murray’s coordination genius”””@@ —Toni Nadal and the Spanish Method—Toni Nadal’s character building genius, but his old fashioned approach to building technique —Serve and volley training tips—The important of doubles and how to train doubles—Is it dead? How can serve and volley return and what will it look like?—Are bigger 6” 6 plus players taking over the Tour?—Next evolution in the net game—Oren Motevassel checks in—The future of racquets and string tech—He future of the game. Ambidexterity. 6 foot 6 plus.—Vision of the next gen serve and volleyerI—Jose Higueras’ view on serve and volley—Biggest mistake in junior development—Do coaches teach the volley too much or too little?—College coaches share their insight—The anxiety of not being solid from the baseline and why serve and volley is so stressful—Why we need to recruit in the inner city to find the next American champ--Chris’s solution to building the next great American champ —Why the best athletes in the US don't seriously consider playing tennis.Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Teaching A Legit Kick Serve - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 7

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 22:11:03 GMT

Chris discusses the kick serve and how it's impossible to teach a legit kick serve to all players. —He shares his opinions on GBA, Game Based Approach and weighs in on whether kids should be learning technique or tactics first. Spoiler alert: Some kids love to drill! —In addition, Chris addresses the myth and debate about the First 4 Shots. —Furthermore, Chris compares and contrasts Spanish and French tennis systems. —Learn why Chris is called the Prodigy Maker. —And of course, Chris answers tennis questions from around the world! For the Facebook comments go here: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2011771958870958/—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Grips, Technique, and Cheating in Junior Tennis Show - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 2

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 22:09:49 GMT

Grips, Technique, and Cheating in Junior Tennis ShowVideo replay available at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit.Chris’s kids make a cameo.Sammie the tennis dog takes a nap!Chris discusses:—The unique way he builds the modern one handed backhand including the uncommon semi-western grip.—Modern grips for young kids—Don’t start young kids with conservative grips—Toni Nadal’s philosophy of teaching technique like calligraphy—The Macci two handed backhand—The future of the two handed backhand —Ambidextrous forehands—Reading with the eyes and adjusting with the feet. How to create space and not be cramped!—Keys to developing a world class slice—Heath Waters Jr. ambi player and top ranked junior—Some online tennis celebrities join the debate!—An in depth review of cheating and how to stop it—Why coaching should be allowed—Why the USTA and other governing bodies are negligent in allowing cheating to run rampant—Why most online coaching courses are a scam—too complicated—and they use high pressure sales tactics to get you to buy—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Q and A Session 2 With Chris Lewit - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 5

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 22:09:13 GMT

Chris answers tennis questions from around the world on this popular talk show for High IQ tennis learners!In this episode Chris discusses the parabolic forehand, serve technique for 4/5 year olds, and various other technical and philosophical tennis questions.—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Future of Spanish Tennis - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 3

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 22:07:52 GMT

Episode 3. The Prodigy Maker ShowThe Future of Spanish TennisBig industry names highlight the lively discussion on Episode 3 of The Prodigy Maker Show.Chris discusses:—The future of Spanish Tennis—The most important areas to focus on in junior development—The importance of evidence based coaching—Mark Kovacs and Tim Bainton check in—The biggest mistakes in current Spanish tennis—Why the Spanish approaches must evolve to compete in this next decade and beyond.—Which academy in Spain is the best—The conundrum of the Rafa Nadal Academy—The philosophy of Toni Nadal—What age is the best to start homeschooling?—Cheating in junior tennis and how the end of cheating will finally come to fruition.—The biggest problems with ATP/WTA Tennis and how to fix them—Chris also answers technique and junior development from a lively audience of coaches and players—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Big Technique - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 4

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 22:07:35 GMT

Episode 4 is a Big Technique Show!Chris answers questions from around the world on junior technical development and we had a very lively audience.Online tennis leaders Jeremy Malfait and Robert Garrett join the program to share ideas.Chris’s son Isaiah and Sammy the Tennis Dog make a Cameo.Chris covers the following topics:—Whether to teach closed or open stances to children.—The biggest problem with Red, Orange, Green curricula.—Why players should be taught to jump on the groundstrokes and serve. “Jump” shouldn’t be a dirty word!—Building the ATP Forehand and the research of Brian Gordon and system of Rick Macci.—Should backswings be compact at a young age?—Frank Giampaolo’s work—Is athletic development more important than technical development?—We need more Lebron type athletes. Chris’s plan to get them into tennis.—Why kids are so STIFF U10!—Best grips for the two handed backhand—Online coaching scams—Why tennis parents often know best and are often the smartest coaches.—Why there is so much “shuck and jive” in online tennis courses.—How Brain typing influences tactical development —Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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In-Depth Discussion on Spanish Style - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 11

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 00:04:47 GMT

Original show: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2049878898393597/Chris is chillin' once again with his hairless dog and cohost Sammie. —Chris holds an in depth discussion on Spanish style drilling, the First 4 Shots Myth, and he also answers viewer technical questions from around the world. Other topics covered: —Is the two-handed backhand better than the one handed backhand? —Is there a way to shorten the backswing on a world-class one handed stroke?—Are long grinding drills better than short ones?—-The secret method that Chris uses to hardwire motor skills and world-class technique.—And more!Top coaches Brandon Arradaza, Styrling Strother, and other leaders in the industry join the intelligent conversationVamos!—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Controversies and Interesting Tennis Debates - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 9

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 00:00:29 GMT

Enjoy the replay of Chris’s latest tennis talk show. The smartest tennis talk around!On the show, Chris and his intelligent community of friends dig into many controversies and interesting tennis debates.Show Notes:—One handed versus two handed technique. Which is better and what are the technical variations of the one hander?—Frances Tiafoe and the cobra serve.—What is the future of the backhand technique on tour?—The downsides of GBA and the tactical/cognitive approach to training—Why a coach should make a kid suffer and feel stress in practice.—How yelling at a player during tough drills can actually help make them tougher under pressure.—Why traditional drilling and long repetitions in rallies are important for building champions.—Why First 4 shot training is misguided for young children—Why results and ranking for young kids matters! Don’t fall for the myth that is doesn’t!—In addition, Chris discusses the positives and negatives to the Venus and Serena Williams approach to junior development.And Chris answers technical and tactical questions from viewers around the world!Enjoy the show and post your comments.https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2030943256953828/—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Tennis Techniques and Tactics - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 10

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 23:03:15 GMT

Chris talks technique and tactics and answers viewer questions from around the world! Some heavy hitters from the tennis industry, like Tim Bainton and Mark Kovacs, pop into the program—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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Q and A Session 4 With Chris Lewit - Prodigy Maker Show Episode 12

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 15:16:26 GMT

Chris answers viewer questions from around the world. Chris discusses:—the best forehand grip for high performance juniors—the open versus closed stance debate—developing the Spanish "effect"—He shares his opinion about the new ITF World Tour—And more!—Chris also vents about how old people at the club are harassing him for being too loud during his lessons. It's driving him bananas!Sammie the hairless dog cohosts but mostly gets tummy rubs and takes a nap.—Follow Chris at these websites and social media linksWebsite: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademyTwitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewitLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris-lewit-tennis-academyInstagram: www.instagram.com/chrislewittennis/YouTube: www.youtube.com/ChrisLewit iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/

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