Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach
Candy Reid
Mark Gellard is the coach of WTA Tour professional Magda Linette, who enjoyed a semi-final run at the 2023 Australian Open.In this first edition of the pod, he lets us in on what life on Tour is really like; the perks, plus the problems.Please rate and review and send any questions in that you'd like answering at @DOAPTCThanks, Candy ReidDOAPTC is Sponsored by: Frank Works - the Best Tennis Shoes you'll ever wear!Many tennis players know they should be playing in tennis shoes, but don’t because they find them uncomfortable. But a new company named Frank Works has changed that. Frank Works is the most comfortable shoe in tennis. They talked to players, learned what players didn’t like in their shoes, and then fixed it. Frank Works shoes not only fit beautifully, with flexible/breathable materials so they have amazing cushioning for the 10K steps you take during a match, they also have a 100% customizable straps to secure your foot in comfort for any point during the match. There has never been anything like Frank Works shoes. Frank Works - comfort of a running shoe, function of a tennis shoeLearn more at Frank works shoes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 15, 2023 • 37min
Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 23
We finish our first year of podcasting with a Quiz - it's a contest between Magda Linette and her coach Mark Gellard. We get to know how much they know (and don't!) about each other, with a few surprising and funny answers! Plus, Mark talks about pre-season and what the players have to go through ahead of the new season. Merry Christmas to you all and a Happy New Year!Twitter @DOAPTC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 22, 2023 • 20min
Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 22
Team Linette is taking a much needed break after an 'A' rated season - find out how Mark has been spending the time, what he thinks of record-breaker Novak Djokovic, and when he, Iain Hughes and Magda will get back to it, plus what's in store for the new season!Enjoy and please send in your questions @DOAPTC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 31, 2023 • 20min
Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 21
Apologies for the extended break between episodes but once again the travelling problem got in the way. Mark and Team Linette were in China, I went to Basel for the ATP 500 and with long work days and different time zones, it wasn't possible to record.Hopefully this episode makes up for it. There's a lot to get through including a wrap of the 2023 season, controversy in Cancun, Coco's coaching change and Mark explains why WTA Players often change coaches. It's a cracker!Please let us know if you have a question you'd like answering @DOAPTC on X (Twitter)All the best! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 14, 2023 • 41min
Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 20
The latest edition of DOAPTC has landed - Mark Gellard and Candy Reid discuss the impressive Asian Swing - how the players are looked after; the luxurious train travel; and what Mark thinks about the Sunday start at the Australian Open - plus, a lot more!Enjoy!!Time Codes0-2:15 the Grind2:15-5:00 Magda the Doubles player!5:00- 8:30 Asian hospitality8:30- 9:15 Zuhai or not to Zuhai - that is definitely the question!9:15-11:00 Lessons learnt11;00-18;00 Less is more18:00-23;00 Coaching Carousel23:00-25:30 AO Begins on a Sunday - Mark's thoughts!25:30 Listener Questions - Metaphors, Practise Partners, and Peaking for Slams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 1, 2023 • 49min
DOAPTC 19
On the latest podcast of Diary of a Professional Coach, we've finally made good on our promise to bring you Lauren Davis's coach, Eddie Elliott. He tells us how they began their coaching relationship, what he's learnt over the years, and the strength-in-depth of US tennis at the moment.Mark Gellard, meantime, basks in the glory of another final for his player, Magda Linette, and answers some tricky Listener Questions, which include one about the controversial 'Performance Bye's'You can send your questions in on X (formerly Twitter) to @CandyRH. We'd love to hear from you!0-8:45 Magda's latest WTA final appearance8;45-41:20 Eddie Eiliott - Coach of Lauren Davis41:20-end Listener Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 21, 2023 • 29min
Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 18
Mark Gellard has arrived in China for the first full Asian swing on the WTA Tour since 2019 - find out how and Team Linette got there (hint, it wasn't particularly pleasant!); what he thought of the 2023 US Open - both Coco and Novak's victories; did he agree with the Sabalenka racquet video; Simona Halep's 4-yr doping ban, and Mark answers listener questions. You can submit yours via twitter @DOAPTC or @candyrhTime Codes:1:30 Arrival in China and travel woes + US Open performance.4:00 Do players fly Business Class, First Class or Private Jet (don't be ridiculous!)? 6:11 Simona Halep's doping ban8:24 WTA Tour Finals in Cancun10:36 Elite Trophy Chances12:10 US Open 2023 - how hard is it when there is a partisan crowd?13:20 Coco's Success15:00 Sabalenka's racquet frustration18:08 Novak's 2420:15 Ben Shelton's 149mph serves21:40 Listener Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 28, 2023 • 21min
Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 17
We record this episode of DOAPTC live from New York! Mark and Candy are finally face-to-face and discuss all kinds of topics, such as US hopes at the fourth and final Major of the year, the balls being used, should tennis go to Saudi Arabia and Team Magda's hopes for the tournament, plus an awful lot more!Plus, we have our first listener question and you can send yours by going to the Twitter Handle: DOAPTC.Enjoy!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 17, 2023 • 29min
DOAPTC 16
After a few weeks off, Mark Gellard and Candy Reid resume Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach - to revisit the last podcast where they spoke to the former coach of Iga Swiatek. They also discuss various other topics, including the return to form of 'Danimal', the mental trials and tribulations of the tennis tour, and why Iga practised in Montreal with her mouth taped shut!! Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 26, 2023 • 60min
Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 15
Two for the price of one as today Mark Gellard and Candy Reid are joined by the former coach of Iga Swiatek, who helped the Pole win her first Major Championship, the 2020 Roland Garros title. Piotr Sierzputowski has a fantastic record as a Professional Tennis Coach and has some interesting ideas on the route to succes...enjoy this varied and insightful conversation!Music by Calin Huma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 12, 2023 • 25min
Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 14
On this edition of DOAPTC, Mark Gellard gives us his thoughts of the grass court season and why the top players use this time to take a break. He also assesses the incredible run of returning mum Elina Svitolina at Wimbledon, who is playing with freedom and a new perspective - but will it last?We'd love to add a Q and A at the end of every new podcast, so please send in your questions and your name and Mark will answer them with his usual wit and humour! He's on social media - so start thinking of some good ones!Music by Maestro Calin HumaInterview by Candy Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
