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Me and My Racquet

Claire Marie Bartlett

It"s a show about tennis industry professionals sharing their passion, purpose, and connecting over the sport we all know and love! Speaking with guests from the tennis industry, they"ll give us insight into the tennis industry, best practices/tips, and share lessons they"ve learned through their experiences.

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All Episodes

00:16:30

#25 The Status of College Tennis (with LSU's Andy...

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/07/15

Today, I sit down with Andy Brandi (LSU's Co-Head Coach and one of the most successful college coaches in history) and talk about what is going on in the world of college tennis. We talk NCAA rules, recruiting, and advice for parents and junior players. He also talks about what he has been doing during quarantine- working on fitness and learning French!

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00:25:41

#24 Chuck Merzbacher, UTC Men's Tennis Head Coach

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/07/13

Today on the show, we have Chuck Merzbacher! Chuck shares his story as the UTC Men's Tennis Head Coach in Chattanooga, TN. We discuss his coaching philosophy as well some of his most memorable coaching moments and Chuck shares his advice for professionals looking to get into the tennis industry. We also talk biking, the mental game of golf, and Korean baseball!

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00:20:37

#23: Dan Beedle, Staff Professional at Ft. Sanders...

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/07/08

Today on the show, we have Dan Beedle! Dan shares his story as a staff professional at Fort Sanders Health and Fitness in Knoxville, TN. We discuss his tennis journey and the role continuing education plays in his career. He also offers his advice for professionals looking to get into the tennis industry. We also talk about his mentors, hiking and the grand slams!

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00:20:26

#22: Jimmy Borendame, MTSU Men's Head Tennis Coach

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/07/01

Today on the show, we have Jimmy Borendame! Jimmy shares his story as MTSU's Men's Head Tennis Coach in Murfreesboro, TN. We discuss his career as a player and what he loves about being a college coach. He talks about his passion for sports marketing (there are Pop Tarts involved!) and community service. We also talk about his entrepreneurial spirit and what he has been up to this summer.

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00:26:05

#21: Sara Barnett, President-Elect of USTA TN &...

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/06/30

Today on the show, we have Sara Barnett! Sara shares her story as the President-Elect of USTA TN and President of Jackson West Tennessee Tennis Association. We discuss how she initially got involved in tennis and how she continues to serve the sport in her many different roles, including being a USTA league coordinator. We also talk about playing doubles with her sister in the city tournament, running, and breaking her own personal record for a 5k!

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00:21:17

#20: Danny Castro on Being a Director of Tennis

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/06/30

Today on the show, we have Danny Castro! Danny shares his story as the Director of Tennis at Summer Crest Tennis Club in Greenbriar, TN. We discuss his playing and professional career at present. Danny talks about being on the board of the City Tennis Association (CTA), Tennis Nashville, and shares his suggestions and advice for professionals looking to get into the tennis industry. We also discuss traveling to Brazil and red clay courts!

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00:26:10

#19: Chad Camper, Head Women's Coach for the...

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/06/12

Today on the show, we have Chad Camper! Chad shares his story as the Head Women's Coach at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga. We discuss his playing and professional career at present. Chad sheds light on his coaching philosophy and offers suggestions for those looking to get into the tennis industry. We also discuss video games, travel, and the future!

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00:16:58

#18: Allison Hodges, USPTA Tennis Professional

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/06/08

Today on the show, we have Allison Bravo! Allison shares her story as a tennis professional at University Club in Memphis, TN. We discuss her playing career in addition to her professional career at present. She talks about her coaching philosophy and offers advice for professionals looking to get into the industry. We also talk about her new addition to the family and fun travel destinations throughout the South!

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00:27:21

#17: Cari Buck, Director of Tennis

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/06/01

Today on the show, we have Cari Buck! Cari shares her story as the Director of Tennis at the Los Angeles Tennis Club and as a USPTA Elite professional. We discuss her career in tennis and how to pivot in the many different areas of the industry. She also talks about the value of having a mentor and what's on her bucket list!

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00:35:02

#16: Mike Hurley, Tennis Industry Professional and...

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/05/27

Today on the show, we have Mike Hurley! We discuss Mike's playing career as well as his professional career in the many different areas of the tennis industry, most recently as a consultant and volunteer high school coach. We also talk about his heroes throughout the years, his passion for community service/outreach, and being an advocate for tennis everywhere!

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00:44:17

#15: Connor Van Alstyne, College Coach

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/05/25

Today on the show, we have Connor Van Alstyne! We discuss his playing career and his professional career at present. He dives deeper into what it's like being a college coach at the junior college level, his coaching philosophy, and how he is utilizing his master's degree in Kinesiology. We also discuss his advice for growing professionally, his heroes, and his love for outdoor activities!

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00:19:13

#14: MJ Garnett, Director of Tennis

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/05/18

Today on the show, we have MJ Garnett! MJ shares his story as the Director of Tennis at Windyke Country Club in Memphis, TN. We discuss his playing and professional career and he offers his advice and suggestions for people looking to get into the tennis industry. We also talk about the role of continuing education in being a professional and MJ's passion for golf!

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00:32:41

#13: Allie Will, Tennis Professional/USTA High...

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/05/18

Today on the show, we have Allie Will! Allie shares her story as a tennis professional and USTA High Performance Coach in Santa Rosa, California. We discuss her playing career at the University of Florida and on the tour as well as her professional career at present. She talks about continuing education and offers advice for professionals looking to get into the industry. We also talk about staying active, playing piano, and starting a band!

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00:32:15

#12: Justin Landis, Tennis Service Representative...

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/05/18

Today on the show, we have Justin Landis! Justin shares his story as a Tennis Service Representative (TSR) Regional Sales Manager in Orlando, Florida. We discuss his playing and professional career and he offers his advice and suggestions for people looking to get into the industry. We also talk about books, food spots to check out when you're in Philly, and the role of comedy during these unprecedented times!

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00:46:54

#11: Ned Caswell, Director of Tennis and Club Manager

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/05/11

Today on the show, we have Ned Caswell! Ned shares his story as the Director of Tennis/Club Manager at Manker Patten Tennis Club and Baylor School in Chattanooga, TN. We discuss his playing and professional career and he offers his advice and suggestions for how to break into the tennis industry. We also talk about his memorable tennis moments like practicing with Agassi, playing John McEnroe, and much more! http://southerntennisfoundation.com/uncategorized/ned-caswell/

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00:21:35

Episode 10: (Mother's Day Special) Sue Bartlett,...

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/05/11

Today on the show, it's a Mother's Day Special, with my mom, Sue Bartlett! Sue shares her story as the Director of Tennis for Girls Preparatory School in Chattanooga, TN. We discuss her playing and professional career and she offers her thoughts on what it takes to get into the tennis industry. We also talk about traveling, reading, and what we are doing for Mother's Day (while maintaining our social distancing guidelines, of course)!

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00:57:15

Episode 9: Greg Chambers, Tennis Director

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/05/04

Today on the show, we have Greg Chambers! Greg shares his story as the Tennis Director at Ensworth School in Nashville, TN. We discuss his playing and professional career in addition to his advice for professionals looking to get into the industry. We also talk about his favorite movies, his mentors, and his US Open locker room experience!

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00:54:26

Episode 8: Buffy Baker, Head Tennis Coach

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/04/30

Today on the show, we have Buffy Baker! Buffy shares her story as the Head Tennis Coach for Harpeth Hall in Nashville, TN. We discuss her playing career at FSU, her coaching career at D1 colleges, and she offers advice for people looking to get into the tennis industry. We also talk about practicing yoga, being an Egoscue Postural Therapist, and her love of reading!

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00:40:56

Episode 7: Callie and Sawyer Voges Ft. Turner

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/04/28

Today on the show, we have Callie and Sawyer Voges! Callie (USTA Adult League Coordinator) and Sawyer (Tennis Professional at McCallie) share their tennis stories and talk about their current involvement in tennis. We discuss their playing and professional careers in addition to advice for professionals looking to get into the tennis industry. Turner Voges (current UTC Tennis Team member) talks to us about his status as a collegiate player. We also talk about what it's like being in a tennis family

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00:35:03

Episode 6: Mark Bran, Director of Tennis

Me and My Racquet ·

2020/04/28

Today on the show, we have Mark Bran! Mark shares his story as the Director of Tennis at St.George's Independent School in Collierville, TN. We discuss his playing and professional career in addition to his advice for professionals looking to get into the tennis industry. We also talk about his love for golf, fishing, and traveling!

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