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Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks

Scott Ficks-RSPA Tennis & PB Professional, 3 Time RSPA WI Pro Of The Year

Career tennis & pickleball coach Scott Ficks discusses various topics in the tennis, pickleball, coaching, and business world along with other life lessons and current events. I have made a career out of making stuff up, this podcast might have something for players and coaches looking for new ideas. It could also be an incredible waste of time that you will never get back.

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00:02:37

Dumb Analogy Series: Spend More Time Being Clark Kent

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2024/03/17

Many players focus on trying to do amazing things and take too many risks. Sometimes it's best to spend more time as Clark Kent than Superman. https://www.tiktok.com/@scottfickstennis https://www.instagram.com/scottficks_tennis_and_pickle/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNBVvpoR-mB9V_ASnX5V62g https://www.facebook.com/FicksTennis --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:02:34

Dumb Analogy Series: Lead Singers and Drummers

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2024/02/26

Good lead singers get to have all the fun, stage diving, jumping off of stuff, lighting guitars on fire....but behind them is a great drummer, who keeps the band rocking no matter what the lead singer does. Know your role in a doubles match and be great at both.https://www.tiktok.com/@scottfickstennis https://www.instagram.com/scottficks_tennis_and_pickle/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNBVvpoR-mB9V_ASnX5V62g https://www.facebook.com/scottfickstennis/ --- Send in a voice message:

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00:49:08

My Dad Joins Me Again....#70 Is The Most Random So Far

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2024/02/19

Episode #70 is easily the most random of them all. My Dad joins me again and the topic list covers....post it notes, one pill to cure all issues, bad driver solutions, girl scouts, equal prize money, silverback gorilla's vs. teenage boys, jury duty, and more. https://www.instagram.com/scottficks_tennis_and_pickle/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNBVvpoR-mB9V_ASnX5V62g https://www.tiktok.com/@scottfickstennis?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc --- Send in a voice message:

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00:03:52

Dumb Analogy Series: Just Fix The Flat Tire

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2024/02/11

Sometimes a major mistake has a very small solution. If you get a flat tire, most normal people do not immediately purchase a new car. It is likely a quick fix that can be done without assistance. https://www.tiktok.com/@scottfickstennis?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc https://www.instagram.com/scottficks_tennis_and_pickle/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNBVvpoR-mB9V_ASnX5V62g --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:02:51

Dumb Analogy Series: Faster Than The Bear

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2024/02/04

This analogy talks about how you don't have to play the greatest tennis ever, you just have to be better than your opponent. If they are playing like garbage, you just have to be less garbage. Easy. Click the link below to follow on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNBVvpoR-mB9V_ASnX5V62g --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:03:07

Dumb Analogy Series: Serve Like The Space Shuttle

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2024/01/31

I like to tell stories and create memorable and dumb analogies on the court with the hope that students will remember them. This is one connecting the Space Shuttle launching to your serve. Like I said, it's dumb.....and probably not memorable. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:31:31

Scorpion Venom, White Christmas, & Questioning My Age

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2024/01/28

Episode #66 covers how I've been contemplating my age and career, beating my brother in Madden, and scorpion venom. I also tell 3 stories of how I got here that include all of the following: Weed, White Christmas, and the National Anthem. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:24:39

Snow Sucks, Shaving at the Gym, & Blowing Wind

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2024/01/14

I discuss the dude shaving his chest in the gym locker room, my disaster of a snow day, and is all wind "blowing" wind? Lots of random stuff and probably useless. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNBVvpoR-mB9V_ASnX5V62g --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:27:08

Fluid Fingers, The Demonstration Method, and I Didn't...

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2024/01/01

Episode #64 discusses a guy named Seaman Knapp, who invented the Demonstration Method in 1903. What liquids would you shoot out of your fingers if you could and accepting who you are on the court. Plus, the Colts are the greatest team to ever play! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:23:54

Home Runs, Drilling Holes in Racquets, & Living In...

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2023/12/18

Episode #63 discusses "whats wrong with people", do people living in remote locations care about the state of our country, and more gibberish. Also, how do you want your partner to talk to you when you go to a dark place, do you warm up differently in a lesson than a match, and sometimes we need to let a plan work before changing it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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01:09:07

The Wisdom of Jack Watermolen & Random Other Things

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2023/12/01

I'm joined on episode #62 by Jack Watermolen! Jack is a coach at the WAC, has saved lives, fought bears, hits a smoking forehand, and believes he can hit an MLB distance homerun with one month of training. This is one of my favorite conversations and you will understand why Jack and I get along. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:00:50

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks (Trailer)

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2023/11/28

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00:25:59

What should I have done? Dolly Parton, Henry Winkler,...

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2023/11/27

Episode #61 talks about my dilemma with a lady at the gym, Dolly Parton needs new people, and John McEnroe on Smartless. Also, how to use the K.I.M. method on the tennis court. Enjoy, or don't, either way, I won't really know unless you bash me on social media. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNBVvpoR-mB9V_ASnX5V62g https://www.instagram.com/orderonthecourtspodcast/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:19:45

Zero Glide Potential, Crab Legs, & Christmas Movies

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2023/11/22

Episode #60 covers Christmas movies, Thanksgiving foods, Metallica, and why the world shouldn't mix fruits and dessert. Also, do you have Zero Glide Potential on your swing? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:30:15

"I couldn't find parking" & "I'm miserable so I might...

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2023/11/11

Sometimes saying "great shot" is an easy way to move on from a lost point and can lessen your anger over a loss. Some good ideas like trampoline tennis and a one-stop hospital are discussed along with Seinfeld talking truths about sweatpants, 30 years ago. Listen if you want to, but you probably don't want to. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:40:14

Portillos, Turds, and Marshmallows

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2023/10/23

Episode #58 covers a wide variety of topics including my new shoe business idea, joining AARP, and angularity. Why drawing out your favorite plays could help you play with more purpose and all of the things you shouldn't say to your coach. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:34:31

Skyline Chili, Hotel Snacks, & Pacing Yourself

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2023/09/24

Episode #57 was recorded from a hotel in Columbus, Ohio. I discuss hotel snacks, Skyline Chili, and should adults give foul balls to little kids. Also, how to pace yourself in a match or practice session. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:43:58

The Milwaukee Tennis Classic with Tournament...

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2023/09/19

I'm joined by Andy Volkert, the tournament director of the Milwaukee Tennis Classic. It runs September 22-24th at four locations and is the longest running division one college tournament in the country. It is free and an amazing opportunity to see top level tennis from a courtside seat. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:37:22

Falling Into A Sinkhole, Bonfire Origins, & Time...

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2023/09/05

This weeks show covers a wide range of topics as usual. The U.S. Open, Red Auerbach, and Baby On Board sings are discussed. I also tell a story that ends with someone hoping the WAC falls in a sinkhole. Find all of my stuff on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube at scottfickstennisandpickleball. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-ficks06/message

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00:41:20

Calming Your Monkey Mind & Other Nuts & Bolts

Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks ·

2023/08/27

Episode #54 talks about my trip to Cleveland along with many other nuts and bolts topics. Working on managing your Monkey Mind, no technology gyms, gas prices.....again, and more. I give some feedback on whether players should use words or signals when poaching, and wonder why the best tennis players on the planet aren't being shown on national television. Find more random things on Facebook, IG, and TikTok at scottfickstennisandpickleball. --- Send in a voice message:

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