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Intercollegiate Tennis Association

Intercollegiate Tennis Association

The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) is the governing body of college tennis and a coaches association, both an advocate and an authority for the sport and its members. The ITA is committed to serving college tennis and returning the leaders of tomorrow while promoting both the athletic and academic achievements of the collegiate tennis community. The ITA, founded in 1956, is comprised of more than 2,000 men’s and women’s varsity tennis teams representing more than 1,250 institutions, while

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46:25

ITA Coaches Podcast - The Momentum Game: Coaching...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/09/29

Alistair Higham draws on more than 40 years of coaching experience to explore the power of momentum and how it can shape the outcome of a tennis match. He explains that momentum is about more than the score, emphasizing the importance of recognizing how players respond to individual match events and changes in performance levels. Higham shares how coaches can help players identify shifts in momentum, capitalize on their strengths, and remain composed when a match begins to turn. For college coaches,

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50:28

ITA Coaches Corner - The Complexities of Coaching &...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/09/16

Listen as Gabrielle Moore (Indiana) and Ronni Bernstein (Michigan) join ITA Director of Coach Education, Lauren Conching, on this special ITAW Coaches Corner Podcast.

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57:05

ITA College Coaches Podcast: Beyond Your Own Program...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/09/03

Danny Westerman has spent nearly two decades leading the University of Wisconsin men’s tennis program and has also played an important role in shaping the broader college tennis landscape as Chair of the NCAA Division I Tennis Operating Committee. In this conversation, Dave and Danny discuss how decision-making works in college tennis, the major issues facing Division I athletics, and why coaches should serve something larger than their own programs. Danny also reflects on his evolution as a coach

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76:52

ITA Coaches Podcast: From the Archives - Simon...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/07/28

In this episode, we take you back to December 2022, to a conversation between Dave and Simon Earnshaw, Head Women’s Coach at NC State, where they discuss the philosophy that has guided his remarkable career, how he continues to adjust his approach to success, and much more. Simon is entering his 13th season at NC State, with 10 consecutive NCAA Championship appearances, three ACC Women’s Coach of the Year awards and the program’s first NCAA Final Four and National Championship match appearances

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27:51

ITA Coaches Podcast: The Courage to Change featuring...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/06/30

In this episode, Hannah reflects on the pivotal decisions that shaped her coaching journey from Missouri State, to Georgia State, and back to Georgia Gwinnett, the lessons she learned from working alongside one of college tennis' most successful coaches, Chase Hodges, and the advice she would offer coaches stepping into head coaching roles for the first time. She also talks about the difficult decision to leave collegiate coaching and her new role with BUNKR, a company helping transform

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55:31

ITA Coaches Podcast: Building a Resilient Tennis...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/05/26

For more than three decades, Vince Westbrook has led the men’s tennis program at University of Tulsa while helping shape college tennis through leadership roles with the ITA and NCAA. In this episode, Vince shares how he built Tulsa into a nationally recognized program through community engagement, fundraising, and long-term vision. He also discusses the evolving landscape of college athletics and offers insights on leadership, networking, and student-athlete development.

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16:23

ITA Student-Athlete Council Podcast - Glen Ngo, Case...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/05/12

In the latest episode of the ITA Student-Athlete Council Podcast for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Case Western Reserve teammates Rohit Jain and Glen Ngo discuss Glen's upbringing in Honolulu, his transition to college tennis and how his sibling rivalry fueled his love for the sport.Jain, a member of the ITA Student-Athlete Council, shines light on Ngo's move from Hawaii to Cleveland, Ohio, while Ngo outlines how his "bet on yourself" mentality is helping him in his first

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54:54

ITA Coaches Podcast: Purpose Driven Coaching...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/04/28

In this month’s podcast, Dave dives into the inspiring journey of Harvard’s Head Men’s Tennis Coach Andrew Rueb, who transformed from a college tennis player at Harvard into a successful coach. Rueb's unique perspective on coaching, influenced by his academic background and personal experiences, offers valuable insights for aspiring coaches and athletes alike. Dave and Andrew discuss his approach to getting athletes to understand their purpose in tennis, his belief in fostering a supportive

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34:33

ITA Student-Athlete Podcast - Bryce Ware, Case...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/04/20

In the latest episode of the ITA Student-Athlete Council Podcast, Case Western Reserve teammates Rohit Jain and Bryce Ware delve into their tennis journeys, how to navigate the physical and mental challenges of the game and how college tennis is preparing them for life after sport.Jain, a member of the ITA Student-Athlete Council, learns about Ware's transition to the Case Western Reserve after transferring from NAIA's Kansas Wesleyan. Ware details his passion for the sport, his career plans for

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11:38

ITA Student-Athlete Podcast - Advik Mareedu, CMS...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/04/20

In the latest episode of the ITA Student-Athlete Council podcast, the Council's Rohan Murali of Harvard hosts Advik Mareedu of Claremont-Mudd-Scripps. Together, the two talk their respective journeys in college tennis and what makes the Division III game so special. Mareedu is freshly removed from one of the greatest seasons in DIII tennis history, winning the NCAA singles title in May and holding on to the No. 1 ranking throughout a majority of the 2024-25 season. He closed his season with a 41-1

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59:11

ITA Coaches Podcast: Late Start, Big Impact featuring...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/03/31

Chad Berryhill, Head Women’s Coach at Embry Riddle, didn’t even start playing tennis until his freshman year of high school, when his basketball coach encouraged him to try the sport as a way to stay in shape. That introduction quickly turned into a passion that led him to the Professional Tennis Management program at Ferris State University and eventually into college coaching. At just 22 years old, Chad became the head coach at Hillsborough Community College and has since built a highly successful

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51:47

ITA Coaches Podcast: Samantha Barr, Grand Valley...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/02/24

In 2025, Sam made history, becoming the first woman to be named the ITA Division II Men’s coach of the Year, a milestone that speaks to her competitive excellence and leadership. Sam has spent her entire collegiate in NCAA Division II as both a player and a coach. In this episode, Sam and Dave discuss the mentors who shaped her, the lessons that molded her leadership, what it takes to build a championship-caliber program and the advice she has for young coaches - especially women - who want to build

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81:50

ITA Coaches Podcast: The Long Game featuring Chuck...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/01/28

Chuck Kriese spent 33 years at Clemson University before retiring in 2008. He became the winningest coach in ACC history, piling up 685 victories, 10 conference titles, and a legacy that produced All-Americans, national players of the year, and future ATP standouts. A former US National Coach and the author of four influential tennis books, Chuck has shaped how generations of coaches think about development, leadership, and building programs that last. In 2013, Chuck surprised many by returning to

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41:54

ITA College Coaches Podcast: Important Updates for...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2026/01/07

In this special podcast, Dave & Anthony provide must-know updates for all college coaches, including important rules to remember for all divisions, the NCAA Division I fall pathway, and new information related to Electronic Line Calling and government lobbying efforts.

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43:00

ITA College Coaches Podcast: From Volunteer to...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2025/11/25

Robin Stephenson is in her 12th season as the Head Women’s Coach at the University of Washington. Under her leadership, UW has made six NCAA tournament appearances, and finished the season ranked in the top 30 five times. In this podcast, Robin reflects on her time as a volunteer assistant for Bryan Shelton at Georgia Tech and the lessons she carries from that NCAA Championship season. She and Dave discuss her coaching journey, what she thinks defines a great college coach and how she evaluates and

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53:29

ITA Coaches Podcast: The Long Game - featuring Nick...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2025/10/28

Nick Zieziula is entering his 12th season as the Head Men’s Coach at Binghamton University. In this podcast, Dave and Nick discuss the ways he was able to keep various key stakeholders engaged and involved with his program during a performance slump. They also talk about what coming back from that looks like and how he and his coaching staff are maintaining their momentum. Finally - this fall, Nick’s program and several other universities in New York, along with USTA Eastern, worked together to

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37:49

From The Tables To The Court: Jason Brown, Montana...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2025/09/30

After graduating from the University of Montana, Jason Brown spent years outside the tennis world, including time as a professional poker player. Dave and Jason delve into the skills he honed in the high-stakes world of poker and how those lessons translated back to the court. Jason also discusses the evolution of his coaching career, his experience working in analytics for pro tennis players and the lessons he’s learned from a former teammate.

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42:01

ITA Coaches Podcast - Tim Siegel: Love, Loss, & Legacy

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2025/08/26

Tim discusses transitioning from the pro tour to college coaching, his remarkable success at Texas Tech, and his decision to retire. He also opens up about the tragic events that unfolded just 20 days after his retirement, and how they influenced the person he is today.

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55:57

ITA College Tennis Coaches Podcast: Top Ten Clips...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2025/07/29

Coaches, please enjoy this special episode that takes a look back at some of our first podcasts recorded during the 2019-20 college tennis season. Guests such as David Roditi, Peter Wright, Sheila McInerney, and Claire Pollard are featured during this first-ever top moments podcast from the ITA.

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01:02:11

2024-25 College Tennis Season Recap: Media Member...

Intercollegiate Tennis Association ·

2025/06/26

In this episode, several leading media members within college tennis sit down with ITA CEO David Mullins to discuss this past college tennis season. Listen as they discuss some of the biggest surprises, breakout stars, and more on this season recap episode.

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